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Master of Science in Technology
At the graduate level, a Master of Science in Technology degree is available in four different concentration areas: aeronautical, mechanical, manufacturing and instrumentation. Manufacturing Engineering Technology Master' students can select a technical concentration of manufacturing processes, management or computerization.
This flexible program permits the student to develop a program of study, with faculty approval, to meet individual career goals. While the program is not a "night" program, many courses are offered either during the late afternoon or early evening.
There are two basic degree options in the Masters of Science in Technology program: thesis and applied project. Both degree options require the completion of 33 credits. All course work applied toward the minimum 33 semester hour total must be at the 400 level or higher with a grade of B or better. An oral defense of the written applied or research project (thesis) is required as the final examination in either option. This defense is typically done during the last semester of study. All course work outside the Department of Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering Technology must be pre-approved and on the program of study.
Thesis Option
In the thesis option, a minimum of 24 semester hours must be 500-level courses, allowing students to take up to nine semester hours of 400-level coursework to broaden their technical knowledge within the technical concentration or the supporting area. The coursework may be a combination of manufacturing, mechanical or aeronautical engineering technology courses or a limited number from outside the department. Students are required to first complete AET/MET 592 - Research (three semester hours), then AET/MET 599 - Thesis (three semester hours), write a thesis, and present an oral defense.
Thesis Option
Technical Concentration area (18 hours)
Supporting area (6 hours)
Research Methods Courses
MET 591 Research Seminar (1 hour) & a research writing course (2 hours)
AET or MET 592 Research (3 hours)
AET or MET 599 Thesis (3 hours)
Total minimum semester hours: 33
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Applied Project Option
In the applied project option, a minimum of 24 semester hours must be 500-level courses, allowing students to take up to nine semester hours of 400-level coursework to broaden their technical knowledge within the technical concentration or the supporting area. The coursework may be a combination of manufacturing, mechanical or aeronautical engineering technology courses or a limited number from outside the department. The applied project requires a supporting report; the project and report are defended in a final oral examination.
Applied Project Option
Technical Concentration area (18 hours)
Supporting area (9 hours)
Research Methods Courses
MET 591 Research Seminar (1 hour) & a research writing course (2 hours)
MET or AET 593 Applied Project (3 hours)
Total minimum semester hours: 33
Additional materials about the Master of Science in Technology:
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Departmental Research Activity
Current research interests of the faculty include computer-assisted design (CAD), computer-assisted manufacturing (CAM), computer-integrated manufacturing (CIM), factory simulation and decision making, alternative energy systems and analysis, energy management, simulation and modeling of industrial processes, machinability, manufacturing processes, motivation, numerical control (N/C), quality control, robotics and automation, supervision, weld-ability of metals, and welding-related metallurgy.
The Aeronautical Engineering Technology faculty interests and facilities support applied research in testing aerodynamics, fixed wing and helicopter performance, and reciprocating and gas turbine engine development. Research support facilities consist of reciprocating engine and jet propulsion laboratories, materials and fabrication laboratories, and a laboratory subsonic wind tunnel.
Visit our Research page for more information on faculty research interests.
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Admissions
Applicants are expected to satisfy all requirements for admission to the ASU Graduate College. In addition to the materials required by the Graduate College, applicants are required to provide a resume and statement of purpose to the department (do not send these two items to the Graduate College).
Recommendation letters are not required but up to two letters will be considered. Letters of recommendation may be helpful during the admission process if the candidate' qualifications are atypical or the letters provide information not typically addressed in the required admission materials listed above. Letters of recommendation should be sent directly to the department. If you have questions about what you should provide, please contact the department or the Graduate College.
Industrial experience beyond completion of a baccalaureate degree is recommended. Applicants with deficiencies in critical undergraduate technical subjects or those not meeting program prerequisites may be required to complete them before being admitted to the degree program.
Applicants who hold a bachelor' degree from a regionally-accredited U.S. institution do not need to take the GRE. Applicants holding a bachelor's degree from outside the U.S. should take the GRE. If English is not their native language, applicants also should take the TOEFL exam.
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