Mechanical Engineering M.S.

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Minimum Requirements for Mechanical Engineering M.S.: 30 credits

Credits
General University Requirements
Complete the graduate general university requirements.
Master’s Degree Requirements
Complete the master's degree requirements.
Mechanical Engineering Program Requirements
Complete one of the following options:30
Thesis Option
Non-thesis Option
Total Credits30

Options

Thesis Option

Credits
Complete the following:
ME F699Thesis6
General Electives 19
Program Electives 215
Total Credits30
1

Mechanical engineering or other engineering, science or mathematics courses approved by the student’s advisory committee

2

F600-level mechanical engineering courses

Non-thesis Option

Credits
Complete the following:
ME F698Non-thesis Research/Project6
General Electives 19
Program Electives 215
Total Credits30
1

Mechanical engineering or other engineering, science or mathematics courses approved by the student’s advisory committee.

2

F600-level mechanical engineering courses

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Admission Requirements

Complete the following general university admission requirements for graduate programs:

  1. Submit an application for admission

  2. Submit official transcripts

  3. Official test results: GRE scores are not required for this program, but may be considered if submitted

  4. Submit resume/curriculum vitae

  5. Submit statement of academic goals

  6. Submit 3 letters of recommendation

International Students: Please consult UAF’s most recent application requirements regarding English language proficiency.

Additional program admission requirements and information:

  • Complete a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a closely related program with a GPA of at least 3.0 (out of 4.0)
  • Evidence of English language proficiency

GRE exam scores are optional but will be considered when submitted to support the application. Evaluation for admissions is conducted on an ongoing basis. The department has a small number of highly competitive teaching and research assistantships available. Reviews for these assistantships start in January for the following academic year.
 

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Roadmaps

Roadmaps provide suggested semester-by-semester study plans for programs and are based on full-time enrollment, unless otherwise specified.

  • This roadmap should be used in conjunction with regular academic advising sessions. All students are encouraged to meet with their advisor or mentor each semester.
  • Certain courses and milestones must be completed in the specified semester to ensure on-time graduation.
  • Transfer credits may affect the roadmap.
  • Requirements, course availability, and sequencing may change.
  • Courses marked with (*) are recommended.

Thesis Option 

First Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
ME F699183ME F699183
Program Elective3Program Elective3
General Elective3General Elective3
 9 9
Second Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Program Elective3Program Elective3
General Elective3General Elective3
 6 6
Total Credits 30

Footnote Definitions

General Education Requirements Degree Requirements Program & Other Requirements
1--Communication 8--Alaska Native-themed 20--Program Requirement
2--Arts 9--Communication 21--Capstone Requirement
3--Humanities 10--Computation 22--Concentration Course
4--Social Sciences 11--Ethics 23--General Elective
5--Additional Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences 12--Humanities 24--Minor Course
6--Mathematics 13--Human Relations 25--Upper Division
7--Natural Sciences 14--Humanities or Social Sciences 26--Program Elective
15--Library & Information Research
16--Mathematics
17--Natural Sciences
18--Other
19--Social Sciences

Non-thesis Option 

First Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
ME F69818,213ME F69818,213
Program Elective3Program Elective3
General Elective3General Elective3
 9 9
Second Year
FallCreditsSpringCredits
Program Elective3Program Elective3
General Elective3General Elective3
 6 6
Total Credits 30

Footnote Definitions

General Education Requirements Degree Requirements Program & Other Requirements
1--Communication 8--Alaska Native-themed 20--Program Requirement
2--Arts 9--Communication 21--Capstone Requirement
3--Humanities 10--Computation 22--Concentration Course
4--Social Sciences 11--Ethics 23--General Elective
5--Additional Arts, Humanities or Social Sciences 12--Humanities 24--Minor Course
6--Mathematics 13--Human Relations 25--Upper Division
7--Natural Sciences 14--Humanities or Social Sciences 26--Program Elective
15--Library & Information Research
16--Mathematics
17--Natural Sciences
18--Other
19--Social Sciences

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Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes are specific, measurable statements that define the knowledge and skills students will gain by the end of the program.

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  • Maintain adequate progress toward their degree objectives and acquire sufficient knowledge and skills to engage in successful research projects
  • Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering to the solution of engineering problems
  • Develop an ability to use modern engineering tools in the pursuit of their research and career objectives
  • Develop good oral and written communication skills