密西西比大学-Shorelight

The M.S. in engineering science is offered in a number of emphasis areas: aeroacoustics, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computational hydro science, computer science, electrical engineering, electromagnetics, environmental engineering, geology, geological engineering, hydrology, mechanical engineering, material science and engineering, and telecommunications.

A M.S. in engineering science with emphasis in computer science prepares a student with advanced technical knowledge and communication skills for pursuing a career in industry, engineering research and development, public service, or for doctoral work.

COURSE REQUIREMENTS

Students must choose one of the following options and complete the stated degree requirements.

Thesis option

24 semester credit hours of approved graduate coursework plus 6 hours of thesis research (by enrolling in Engr 697)

A written thesis

A final public oral examination over the work in the thesis area the student must register for the Engr 697 section assigned to the student's research adviser for 6 hours during the program; Engr 697 is an ungraded, variable credit course for which the student may register repeatedly until the thesis is complete. The student must prepare the thesis according to the Graduate School requirements and schedule.

Project option

27 semester credit hours of approved graduate coursework plus 3 hours of an independent study research project (by enrolling in Engr 693)

A written project paper

A final public oral examination over the work in the research project's area. The M.S. project can be a survey of results in a particular research area, a design and implementation of a known idea, or a thorough study of a research problem.

The student must register for 3 hours in the Engr 693 section assigned to the student's research adviser during the final semester of the program; Engr 693 is a graded course that should only be taken once. The student must prepare the research paper according to department requirements.

Coursework option: 30 semester credit hours of approved graduate coursework; A final oral examination in front of a committee, but no written report. The topics of the final oral examination are selected by the graduate committee.