They are involved in deep-sea exploration and projects such as designing and operating platforms or sub-surface vehicles. A master’s in ocean engineering from Florida Tech provides students a multidisciplinary, hands-on program oriented toward the needs of industry. With emphasis on basic engineering sciences, design and modern engineering tools and methods, its one of the only graduate programs that offers training in ocean engineering, naval architecture, oceanography, meteorology, environmental science and coastal management. Through hands-on fieldwork, students apply their understanding of civil, mechanical, electrical and computer engineering to design and build solutions for complex marine environments.

Careers

Whether students want to help design the next battleship, build an alternative energy system, protect the coastlines from the ocean's forces in a hurricane, or reduce the energy consumption of ships cruising the oceans, a master’s in ocean engineering from Florida Tech puts students in the perfect environment to prepare for a future career. Employment opportunities are available in private industry, contracting and government agencies.