The Master’s of Engineering Degree in Engineering Mechanics
The M.Eng. two-semester professional degree program stresses applications of Mechanics of Materials, Engineering Mathematics and Modeling.
The program is designed for engineering students and students from the physical and mathematical sciences who wish to further develop their skills in fundamental areas of mechanics, mathematics and simulation in the context of physical or biological problems.
The Master’s Program Center Piece
The center piece of the program is a project based on important real-world problems. The project may involve any combination of theory, analysis, computation, design, fabrication or testing and may be completed individually or as part of a team. The student learns to handle a wide variety of multi-disciplinary problems by working on this project.
Students consult with their advisors prior to choosing a project.
Program Requirements
The degree program requires satisfactory completion of 30 credits of coursework. The program is flexible, but focuses on two broad areas: (1) Mechanics of Materials (2) Engineering Mathematics.
Mechanics of Materials
Students in this area deepen and broaden their knowledge of mechanics as applied to different material, structural and mechanical systems. The course work centers on additional study of continuum mechanics, fracture mechanics, materials and computational methods (such as the finite element method), widely used in industry.
Potential employers are companies interested in computational modeling of mechanical systems, composite materials and structures and failure and reliability analysis.
Engineering Mathematics and Modeling
Students in this area take courses in mathematical modeling and computational methods. They have great flexibility in their choice of studies. Graduates will be well prepared for positions in industry that involve the development and application of mathematically based simulations of engineering, physical and biological systems.
Financial Aid
Partial financial support is available for M. Eng. students. Typical M. Eng. financial support ranges from $3,000-$6,000 per year. Support could include a partial tuition scholarship, or a stipend in exchange for serving as a teaching assistant.
Contact Information:
Director of M.Eng. Program: Prof. Herbert Hui, ch45@cornell.edu
M.Eng. Administrator: Marcia Sawyer, mjs14@cornell.edu
Office: 108 Upson Hall
Phone: (607) 255-5250
Fax: (607) 255-0813
Application
Applications should be directed to Cornell's Graduate School. To apply, go to Cornell's website (www.cornell.edu) and look up admission. Follow instructions there to apply.
