Mechanical Engineering (MSME)

Program Educational Goals:

The educational goals of the Master of Science and Mechanical Engineering program at the University of Delaware are to impart students with advanced analytical and technical knowledge in the core areas of mechanical engineering while also providing specialized knowledge in new and emerging areas, enabling them to lead successful careers in industry, pursue advanced degrees, and to contribute to the profession and society at large.

Graduates of the Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering program will be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to apply graduate-level mathematics to the solution of engineering problems in the general areas of solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, dynamics, and heat transfer.
Demonstrate the ability to conduct, present and defend graduate-level research including literature review, motivation, methodology utilized, results, unique contributions, and conclusions generated (thesis track).
Contribute to engineering knowledge, the profession, and the community through technology development, research, or service in areas relevant to mechanical engineering.
Work effectively in multidisciplinary teams to solve complex mechanical engineering problems related to a variety of technologies shaping the future of our lives.

Requirements for the Degree:

All coursework must be completed with a grade point average of 3.0 or higher.

Core Courses:

12 credits.

MEEG 690 - Intermediate Engineering Mathematics Credit(s): 3

Choose three of the following:

MEEG 610 - Intermediate Solid Mechanics Credit(s): 3
MEEG 620 - Intermediate Dynamics Credit(s): 3
MEEG 621 - Linear Systems Credit(s): 3
MEEG 630 - Intermediate Fluid Mechanics Credit(s): 3
MEEG 640 - Intermediate Heat Transfer Credit(s): 3
MEEG 683 - Orthopedic Biomechanics Credit(s): 3

Restricted Electives:

9 credits total; thesis or non-thesis options, plus additional restricted electives. Core requirement elective list and restricted elective list are the same.

Thesis Option
- 6 credits of MEEG 869 - Master’s Thesis are required.
- 3 credits of any course listed below, excluding those used to fulfill the core requirement.
Non-Thesis Option
- 6 credits of MEEG 868 - Research or MEEG 666: Independent Study may be taken. Remaining credits can be taken from core requirements list, excluding those used to fulfill the core requirement.
- Otherwise, all 9 credits must be taken from the list below, excluding those used to fulfill the core requirement.

Restricted Elective List:

MEEG 610 - Intermediate Solid Mechanics Credit(s): 3
MEEG 620 - Intermediate Dynamics Credit(s): 3
MEEG 621 - Linear Systems Credit(s): 3
MEEG 630 - Intermediate Fluid Mechanics Credit(s): 3
MEEG 640 - Intermediate Heat Transfer Credit(s): 3
MEEG 683 - Orthopedic Biomechanics Credit(s): 3

Note:

Any course listed above may count for this requirement, excluding those used to fulfill the core requirement.

Graduate Level Restricted Electives:

Three additional graduate level courses (9 credits) in engineering, mathematics, science, or another field related to the student’s academic concentration. Courses must be selected with the documented approval of the department’s Graduate Committee.

Seminar Requirement:

At least one semester of the following:

MEEG 600 - Seminar Credit(s): 0

Note:

Special arrangements can be made for part-time or online students to fulfill this requirement.

Mechanical Engineering (MSME)

Program Educational Goals:

Requirements for the Degree:

Core Courses:

Choose three of the following:

Restricted Electives:

Restricted Elective List:

Note:

Graduate Level Restricted Electives:

Seminar Requirement:

Note:

Last Revised 2018-2019 Academic Year