ME-PHD - Mechanical Engineering (PhD)
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Program Overview
The PhD degree is intended primarily for students who desire a career in research, advanced development, or teaching; for this type of work, a broad background in mathematics and the engineering sciences, combined with intensive study and research experience in a specialized area, are the necessary requisites.
Guidelines for Reasonable Progress
Students should align with a permanent advisor by the first academic year’s end.
Students must make satisfactory progress in their program and research, as determined by their advisor.
Students should pass their Qualifying Examination and file for candidacy by the second academic year’s end.
Students should form a Reading Committee and submit a signed Reading Committee Form to the ME Student Services Office by the third academic year’s end or during the fourth academic year.
Students typically complete their Oral Exam/Dissertation Defense by the fifth academic year’s end.
Students are encouraged to review the ME Graduate Student Handbook for further details about the program.