Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management

The Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering facilitates in-depth knowledge of manufacturing systems based on engineering principles. The core foundation in computer-based and automated design, manufacturing and assembly is complemented by expertise in selected areas, such as advanced manufacturing systems, materials and processes, and quality and management. The evolving curriculum, contemporary laboratory facilities and internationally published faculty enable students and practicing professionals to pursue a versatile field of study having a wide range of career opportunities. The program places its graduates in the academic community and in every facet of industry.

A. Requirements for Admission to the Program

1. Satisfaction of all requirements for graduate admission to the University.
2. Approval by the department graduate coordinator.

B. Requirements for Advancement to Classified Graduate Status

1. Satisfaction of University requirements for classified status.
2. Approval of a program of study plan by an assigned advisor.
3. Approval by the department graduate coordinator.

C. Special Requirements

1. This program is intended primarily for students who hold a B.S. degree in Engineering, Computer Science or a related technical field. Prospective students who work in technical environments and hold degrees in nontechnical fields should contact the department to discuss any prerequisite courses with a faculty advisor.
2. No more than 6 units of advisor-approved 400-level courses may be included in the graduate program of study.

D. Required Courses (33 units)

1. Required Core Courses (15 units)

MSE 509 Computer-Aided Manufacturing Systems (3)
MSE 521 Design of Engineering Experiments (3)
MSE 609 Advanced Topics in CAD (3)
MSE 611 Robotic Systems (3)
MSE 614 Smart Manufacturing (3)

2. Electives (15 units)

The approved electives include:

MSE 505 Engineering Decision Analysis (3)
MSE 507 Lean Manufacturing Systems (3)
MSE 508/L CAD/CAM Systems and Lab (2/1)
MSE 511/L Industrial Automation and Lab (2/1)
MSE 512 Fundamentals of MEMS Fabrication (3)
MSE 513 NDE Methods and Analyses (3)
MSE 516/L CAD/CAM Advanced Tools and Lab (2/1)
MSE 518/L Additive Manufacturing and Lab (2/1)
MSE 523 Composite Materials (3)
MSE 527/L Mechanical Behavior of Materials and Lab (2/1)
MSE 528/L Principles of Materials Engineering and Lab (2/1)
MSE 531 Corrosion (3)
MSE 536 Introduction to Advanced Biomaterials (3)
MSE 550 Thin Film Technology (3) 
MSE 562 Introduction to Data Analytics for Engineering Managers (3)
MSE 603 Computer Integrated Manufacturing (3)
MSE 617 Engineering Quality Management and Analytics (3)
MSE 618 Six Sigma Quality Engineering (3)
MSE 691 Manufacturing Systems Engineering Research Practicum (3)

Other electives may be substituted with approval from the graduate coordinator or department chair.

3. Culminating Experience (3 units)

MSE 697MFS Manufacturing Systems Directed Comprehensive Studies (3)

Total Units Required for the M.S. Degree: 33