Graduate Program In Graduate Program In Mechanical EngineeringMechanical Engineering

F. S. Alvi, Graduate Studies Coordinator

Department of Mechanical Engineering

FAMU- FSU College of Engineering

Senior Seminar

October 21, 2005

WelcomeWelcome

OverviewOverview• Program Introduction

• Who we are• Where we stand• What we do: Research Opportunities

• Research Areas• Research Labs

• Details• Degree Options• Financial Support ($$$)• Application Procedure &

• (Why Graduate School ?)

Program Details – Who ?Program Details – Who ?

• Faculty

• Chair – Dr. C. Shih

• Associate Chair – Dr. C. Luongo

• Graduate Coordinator – Dr. F. Alvi

• Undergraduate Coordinator – Dr. P. Hollis

• Staff

• Research Administrator – Mr. J. Cloos

•Office Manager – Ms. D. Humose

• Graduate Program Administrator – Mr. G. Green

• Undergrad Administrator/Multimedia Guru – Ms. A. Stanley

Graduate Program GrowthGraduate Program GrowthEnrollmentEnrollment

• Twenty one faculty members; 80-90 students.• ~ $ 5 million/year in external research funds.

• Twenty one faculty members; 80-90 students.• ~ $ 5 million/year in external research funds.

Projected.

Graduate Program Graduate Program Graduation RatesGraduation Rates

• Graduated 11 PhD’s11 PhD’s last year; more than any other ME program in the Florida SUS! (On track to do the same next year)• Program is only 20 years old

• Graduated 11 PhD’s11 PhD’s last year; more than any other ME program in the Florida SUS! (On track to do the same next year)• Program is only 20 years old

Research AreasResearch Areas

Thermal Sciences (Fluid Mechanics and Heat transfer )

Aeroacoustics, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Flow Diagnostics, Microflows, Biofluids, Active Noise & Flow Control, Magnet Design,

Power Engineering

Mechanics and Materials

Computational Mechanics, Superplasticity, Materials Processing, Metallurgy, Microscopy, Microtexture, Thin films,

Magnet Design

Dynamic Systems and Controls

Adaptive & Intelligent Controls, Robotics, Mechatronics, Flow Control, Power Engineering

Research Labs/ProgramsResearch Labs/Programs• Advanced Mechanics and Materials Laboratory (AMML)

• Biomagnetic Engineering Laboratory

• Center for Advanced Power Systems (CAPS)

• Dynamics, Controls, and Mechatronics Laboratory

• Fluid Mechanics Research Laboratory (FMRL)

• National High Magnetic Field Laboratory (NHMFL)

• Applied Superconductivity and Ceramic Processing Lab

• Materials Processing and Applications Laboratory

Degree OptionsDegree Options

• Master Of Science• B. S. - M. S.• M. S. (Non-Thesis)• M. S. (Thesis)

• Ph. D • Traditional (after an MS)• B. S. – Ph. D

Financial SupportFinancial Support

• Fellowships & Scholarships• Internal: through the Universities• External: Industry, Federal, International

• Research Assistantships• Teaching Assistantships

~ $17k/yr - $ 20 k/yr (incl. summer)

Almost 100% of our graduate students are supported.

Degree Options – M. S. M. E.Degree Options – M. S. M. E.• Thesis & Non-Thesis Options

• B. S. - M. S. Program

• M. S. M. E. Online

• Approximately 2 Yrs ( 1 Yr under B. S./M. S.)

Admission Requirements

• GPA > 3.0/4.0

• GRE score above a prescribed minimum

• Three Letters of Recommendation

• Statement of Goals

Financial support almost always provided

M. S. Program DetailsM. S. Program DetailsThesis Non-Thesis

30 credit hours 33 credit hours

EML 5060 – Analysis in ME I 7 ME Courses (21 Credit Hours)

2 Core Course in your Depth Area 2 Technical Electives

2 Courses in Mechanical Engineering Engineering Design Project OR two letter-graded courses.

3 Technical Electives in Engineering Math and/or Science.

6 Credit hours of Thesis & Thesis Defense

Note: No more than 2 C’s allowed on the transcript !• Refer to the Web Page for details.• Exceptions can only be requested in writing with ADVISOR’S APPROVAL and w. good reasons.

Degree Options – Ph. D.Degree Options – Ph. D.

Goal: Conduct Independent, Original research

• Complete dissertation & publicly defend your work

• 2 –4 Yrs beyond M.S.

Admission Requirements

• M. S. in M. E. or a related field

• Other requirements similar to M. S.

Financial support almost always provided

Ph. D. Program DetailsPh. D. Program DetailsTotal credit hours (45=21+24 dissertation)

Math Requirement:

• 6 credits of General Engineering and Advanced Mathematics . (These courses will be chosen from the list on the Web)

Ph. D. Breadth Requirements:

• Ph.D candidates must complete 6 credits of ME courses outside their major and allied field.

(Allied Field – E.g. Dynamics is an Allied field for Controls and vice versa; Materials is an allied field for Mechanics and so on.)

Preliminary Exam:

• Normally only administered during the Spring semester.

• Consult with your advisor before signing up.

• Sign up early

BS/Ph.D. Program DetailsBS/Ph.D. Program DetailsAdmission Requirements (Direct) :

• Undergraduate Technical GPA 3.2 or higher

• GRE (V + A) 1300 or better

• Recommendation by an ME faculty who will be your advisor

• Can also switch from MS to PhD track

• See George Green or me for details (will be posted on the web soon)

Total credit hours (60=36+24 dissertation)

Math Requirement:

• Same as regular PhD

Ph. D. Breadth Requirements:

• Same as regular PhD

Technical Electives:

•12 credit hours (at least 2 courses- 6 credits- from the department)

How to Apply ?How to Apply ?

• Discuss your plans with faculty

• Advisor and other faculty

• Areas of interest

• Look at Financial Aid options

• Complete Application through FAMU or FSU

• Prepare for and take GRE’s (scores to be sent to the University)

• Write Statement of Goals/Purpose.

• Keep checking on admission status

• Plan ahead

Why Graduate School ?Why Graduate School ?• An opportunity for Personal & Professional Growth• An opportunity to satisfy your curiosity & learn.

Become more mature and self-confident. Opportunities to develop communication skills, Learn more about specific areas of interest - become an ‘expert’ Eligible for more responsible/challenging positions in industry. Travel to exotic Places ! It’s Fun & Free. ……..

If you are interested in grad school, START EARLY !!!