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Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Doctoral Degree

Degree Highlights

An advanced research-oriented degree with the goal of entering academia or a research-focused industrial or government laboratory. The Ph.D. dissertation requires the creation of new, high-impact knowledge and understanding at the frontiers of engineering or science.  

Research is performed in-depth under the close mentorship of a faculty advisor.

 

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Academics

Our program takes pride in the collegial student-faculty relationship it provides and in its preparation of students for successful careers in industry, government and academia. Use the link below to learn more about our academic program, courses and requirements.

 

Two male students stand in front of a poster. The student on the left holds a robot while the other student stands with his arms. crossed.
Male professor sitting behind motorcycle in robotics lab.
Two male students stand in front of a poster. The student on the left holds a robot while the other student stands with his arms. crossed.