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Master's in Mechanical Engineering

The MS in Mechanical Engineering at FIU is a professional graduate program that explores the varied and essential fields behind our technologically advanced society. Students will gain meaningful experience in the robust disciplines that play a vital role in today’s industries.

Highlights

  • Three specializations to customize area of expertise
  • Hands-on experience in professional development or research work
  • No GRE requirement
  • STEM-designated Program

By engaging with the program’s curriculum, you will be prepared for a future career in diverse, high-demand fields, including research, development and academia in robotics, HVAC, manufacturing and automation, computational analysis, biomechanics, nanotechnology and renewable energy.

View this program in the University Catalog

Course Outcomes

In the MS in Mechanical Engineering program, our curriculum is designed to help you master specialized knowledge in multifaceted industry subfields, including:

  • Laser and plasma materials processing
  • Mechatronics
  • Distributed parallel computing
  • Waste management
  • Optical measurement and diagnostics

Specializations & Thesis Options

The MS in Mechanical Engineering program requires students to choose one of 3 specializations to determine elective courses:

  • Thermo/Fluid
  • Mechanics/materials
  • Design and manufacturing

  • Thesis Option

    The Thesis Option requires completion of a master’s thesis for 6 credits and 24 credit hours of coursework.

    The master’s thesis must be presented to a Thesis Committee consisting of three members with Graduate Faculty Status. Once approved by the committee, the student will present a thesis defense in the form of a public lecture.

  • Non-thesis Option

    The Non-thesis option requires 30 credit hours of coursework. Non thesis students are required to complete a 3 credit project under the independent study course registration as well as a final oral comprehensive exam.

Program Information

  • Application Requirements
    • 4-year bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, systems engineering or operations research, from an accredited institution
    • Submit the FIU Master’s Program Online Application, which will ask you to submit:
      • Official transcripts of all previously earned college or university credits
      • A statement or letter of intent
      • Three letters of recommendation
      • A statement of objectives
      • Resume or CV

    For more information, visit the FIU Admissions Graduate Applicant page.

  • International Students

    International students should refer to the FIU International Admissions site for additional instructions on how to apply or enroll as a first-time or transferring international student.

  • STEM Designation

    The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering is a STEM-designated program. After program completion, international students have the opportunity of Optional Practical Training (OPT), which allows students to work within the U.S. for up to 36 months (one year of OPT + two years of STEM OPT) for STEM designated programs.

Apply to FIU

Interested students are encouraged to apply to FIU as early as possible. Applicants must submit transcripts from all schools attended, as well as any other supporting documentation required by their program of interest.

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