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MS/SE Program Overview
The graduate program leading to the Master of Science in Systems Engineering (MSSE) prepares students for a professional career in systems design, development, and management, associated with problem formulation, issue analysis, and the evaluation of alternative courses of action. The program emphasizes both analytical and practical aspects of engineering complex systems. Students are expected to demonstrate proficiency in several quantitative modeling disciplines. Students are also expected to master issues relevant to practical aspects of systems design, engineering and management. The program also prepares students for careers in research and development and for pursuing advanced graduate study leading to the Ph.D. degree in Information Technology.
To earn the master of science degree, students must complete an approved Plan of Study. This Plan of Study must include three core courses, two methods courses, three to four electives in a specialization area, and a thesis or systems engineering project. The Plan of Study must include 30 semester hours of graduate-level course work. Either a thesis (6 semester hours) or research project (3 semester hours) is required for the degree. Matriculation requirements for candidates needing additional work in mathematics or engineering will also be included in the plan of study.
Advising
All entering systems engineering students must attend an orientation meeting that will culminate in the completion of a Plan of Study for the MSSE degree. All MSSE students are required to have an approved Plan of Study on file with the department. Each student is assigned a faculty advisor; students are encouraged to seek out their advisor when questions arise and when their Plan of Study needs to be revised. The assigned advisor can also help each student identify the appropriate faculty member for supervising her or his project or thesis.
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