Emphasis - Geology
Ph.D. in Engineering Science
Description
The Ph.D. in engineering science is offered in a number of emphasis areas: aeroacoustics, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computational hydroscience, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, electromagnetics, environmental engineering, geology, geological engineering, hydrology, mechanical engineering, and material science and engineering.
Minimum Total Credit Hours: 54
Course Requirements
A student must complete the requirements for one of the emphasis areas. All doctoral programs require completion of a comprehensive examination, dissertation prospectus, and a dissertation. See the department chair or adviser for specific requirements for an emphasis area.
Emphasis - Geology
Description
A M.S. in engineering science with emphasis in geology prepares a student with advanced technical knowledge and communication skills for pursuing a career in industry, research and development, public service, or for doctoral work.
Course Requirements
The M.S. with emphasis in geology can be completed as either a thesis or nonthesis option. All course selections for both the thesis and nonthesis options must be approved by the student’s advisory committee. The thesis option requires a minimum of 6 semester hours of thesis credit. The nonthesis option requires the successful completion of an applied project approved by the student’s committee.
Other Academic Requirements
For either option, a candidate must pass a final oral examination.