Department website: https://www.uwplatt.edu/distance-education/online-master-science-engineering
Michael Zampaloni, Program Coordinator
Master of Science in Engineering
Address: University of Wisconsin-Platteville
1 University Plaza
Platteville, WI 53818-3099
Phone: 608.342.1561
Fax: 608.342.1566
Email: engineering@uwplatt.edu
Statement of Purpose
The Master of Science in Engineering program provides high-quality, online development opportunities in mathematics, engineering communications, computer applications, management, and select engineering topics.
Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates will:
- Demonstrate effective technical, business, and client communication skills;
- Apply engineering management practices;
- Contribute to the solution of engineering problems as a member of a local, regional, or international team;
- Demonstrate advanced competence in at least one technical emphasis area;
- Demonstrate application of mathematics or statistics for solving engineering, management, or business problems;
- Use technique, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice;
- Recognize and respond appropriately to ethical situations.
Introduction
The Master of Science in Engineering (MSENGR) degree draws on students’ existing knowledge of engineering theory and mathematics and on their practical engineering experience. The program requires 30 credits of advanced course work.
The program includes core competency courses in mathematics, computer applications, engineering communications, and engineering management. Each student additionally completes a technical emphasis. Currently, students may select an emphasis in engineering design, application in engineering management, control systems, or structural/geotechnical engineering.
Admission Requirements for Master of Science in Engineering
Admission to the Master of Science in Engineering requires:
- A bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field from a nationally or regionally accredited institution recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation or
- Prerequisite coursework in Calculus
To be eligible for admission in full standing, a student must have an overall undergraduate grade point average of 2.75 or above or 2.90 on the last 60 credits from the degree-granting institution. Students who do not qualify for admission in full standing may be admitted in full standing on probation if justified by the admitting department and approved by the College Dean.
Program entrance requirements and degree completion requirements are consistent with those of the graduate programs of the institution. Students seeking admission to the program should follow the instructions found in the Admission Policies and Procedures section of this catalog.
Special Students
Students who have earned a bachelor’s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited institution recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation may register as a Special Student. Students will receive academic credit for courses taken while on this status. Students can be considered for admission into a degree program if they maintain a 3.00 grade point average in all graduate-level work and all other admission requirements are met. With the program area advisor’s approval, students may transfer up to 12 credits earned at UW-Platteville into a degree program. All graduate-level work will be included in computing a student’s GPA.
Curriculum
The Master of Science in Engineering is earned upon the successful completion of degree requirements. A total of 30 graduate credits, as outlined below, are required. For admission requirements, registration instructions, course descriptions, tuition rate, and a long-term course rotation schedule, visit our web site at https://www.uwplatt.edu/distance-education.
All courses are three credits unless otherwise noted. Courses that are cross-listed in more than one section cannot be counted twice. Graduate credits in which a grade lower than a "C-" has been earned will not be counted toward a degree in Engineering; however, these lower grades will be reflected in the student's grade point average.
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Section A: Core Courses | 12 | |
| Select one course from each of the following areas: | ||
Mathematics: | ||
| Linear Algebra | ||
| Applied Statistics | ||
Computer Applications: | ||
| Simulation Modeling of Engineering Systems | ||
| Optimization with Engineering Applications | ||
Technical Communications: | ||
| Engineering Communications | ||
Engineering Management: | ||
| Engineering Management | ||
| Section B: Technical Emphasis Course 1 | 9-12 | |
Select one of the Technical Emphasis areas below | ||
| Section C: Elective Courses 2 | 6-9 | |
Select from the following: | ||
| Special Topics in Engineering | ||
| Independent Study in Engineering | ||
| Project Management Techniques I | ||
| Project Management Techniques II | ||
| International Supply Chain Management | ||
| Total Credits | 30 | |
| 1 | Students completing an emphasis in Engineering Design, Applications in Engineering Management, or Control Systems must select a total of nine technical emphasis credits. Students completing an emphasis in Structural/Geotechnical Engineering must complete a total of twelve technical emphasis credits. |
| 2 | Students completing an emphasis in Engineering Design, Applications in Engineering Management, or Control Systems must select a total of nine elective credits. Students completing an emphasis in Structural/Geotechnical Engineering must complete a total of six elective credits. Courses listed in Sections A and B which were not previously used to satisfy other requirements may be taken as electives. In addition, the courses listed below may be taken as electives. Additional electives may be available through transfer and/or other arrangements. Contact an academic advisor or the program coordinator for more information. |
Technical Emphasis Areas
Students must choose one of the four technical emphasis areas: Engineering Design, Applications in Engineering Management, Control Systems, or Structural/Geotechnical Engineering. The specific requirements for each emphasis are listed below.
Engineering Design
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 9 credits of the following (at least one course at 7000-level): | 9 | |
| Computational Fluid Dynamics | ||
| Computational Methods in Engineering | ||
| Advanced Manufacturing Processes | ||
| Simulation Modeling of Engineering Systems | ||
| Optimization with Engineering Applications | ||
| Design of Experiments | ||
| Design for Manufacturability | ||
| Design for Usability | ||
| Advanced Finite Element Method | ||
| Product Design and Development | ||
| Sustainability in Engineering Design and Manufacturing | ||
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Applications in Engineering Management
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 9 credits of the following: | 9 | |
| Advanced Production and Operations Analysis | ||
| Quality Engineering and Management | ||
| Advanced Cost and Value Analysis | ||
| Systems Engineering Management | ||
| Taguchi Method of Designing Experiments | ||
| Continuous Improvement With Lean Principles | ||
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Control Systems
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Select 9 credits of the following: | 9 | |
| Control Systems Engineering I | ||
| Control Systems Engineering II | ||
| Digital Control Systems | ||
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Structural/Geotechnical Engineering
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Linear Algebra 1 | ||
| Select at least 12 credits of the following: 2,3 | 12 | |
| Reinforced Concrete Structures (Str) | ||
| Structural Steel Design with LRFD (Str) | ||
| Dynamics of Structures (Str) | ||
| Advanced Shallow Foundation Design with LRFD Applications (Geo) | ||
| Advanced Deep Foundation Design with LRFD Applications (Geo) | ||
| Geosynthetics Engineering (Geo) | ||
| Earth Retaining Structures: Design, Analysis and LRFD (Geo) | ||
| Advanced Finite Element Method | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |
| 1 | Allowed to be taken as part of the degree core course requirements |
| 2 | Must include at least two Structural Engineering (Str) courses and one Geotechnical Engineering (Geo) course. |
| 3 | At least two of the courses chosen must be at the 7000-level |
Certificate in Engineering Management
A 12-credit Certificate in Engineering Management is available for people who want to expand their knowledge in engineering management related areas, but are not currently pursuing a master’s degree. Credits earned for the certificate can later be applied toward the Master of Science in Engineering.
The Certificate in Engineering Management is comprised of four courses. Each course is worth three credits. These courses allow individuals to gain knowledge in areas that will assist them most in their professional situation.
To obtain a graduate certificate, students must:
- Achieve a minimum grade of “C” in each course from the certificate program
- Complete the certificate with a minimum GPA of 3.00
- Request a certificate through their advisor within one year upon completion of the final course of the certificate
To earn the certificate, students must complete the following requirements:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGRG 7800 | Engineering Management | 3 |
| Select three courses from the following: | 9 | |
| Applied Statistics | ||
| Advanced Production and Operations Analysis | ||
| Quality Engineering and Management | ||
| Advanced Cost and Value Analysis | ||
| Systems Engineering Management | ||
| Taguchi Method of Designing Experiments (Prereq: ENGRG 6050 Applied Statistics) | ||
| Continuous Improvement With Lean Principles | ||
| Project Management Techniques I | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Students must complete all of the required courses for this certificate from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville to be eligible to receive the certificate. Transfer courses cannot be applied to the certificate program.
Certificate in Geotechnical Engineering
A certificate in Geotechnical Engineering is available for people who want to expand their knowledge in Geotechnical skills. This certificate allows individuals to gain knowledge in the area that will assist them most in their professional situation. Credits earned for the certificate can later be applied toward the Master of Science in Engineering degree. The certificate is comprised of 12 credits (four courses). Each course is worth three credits.
To obtain a graduate certificate, students must:
- Achieve a minimum grade of “C” in each course from the certificate program
- Complete the certificate with a minimum GPA of 3.00
- Request a certificate through their advisor within one year upon completion of the final course of the certificate
To earn the certificate, students must complete the following requirements:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGRG 7260 | Advanced Shallow Foundation Design with LRFD Applications | 3 |
| ENGRG 7270 | Advanced Deep Foundation Design with LRFD Applications | 3 |
| ENGRG 7280 | Geosynthetics Engineering | 3 |
| ENGRG 7290 | Earth Retaining Structures: Design, Analysis and LRFD | 3 |
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Certificate in Structural/Geotechnical Engineering
A certificate in Structural/Geotechnical Engineering is available for people who want to expand their knowledge in the area that will assist them in their career. Credits earned for the certificate can later be applied toward the Master of Science in Engineering degree. Each course is worth three credits.
The certificate is earned by completing 12 credits consisting of two required and two additional courses from those listed below.
To obtain a graduate certificate, students must:
- Achieve a minimum grade of “C” in each course from the certificate program
- Complete the certificate with a minimum GPA of 3.00
- Request a certificate through their advisor within one year upon completion of the final course of the certificate
To earn the certificate, students must complete the following requirements:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGRG 6230 | Structural Steel Design with LRFD | 3 |
| ENGRG 7220 | Dynamics of Structures | 3 |
| Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Advanced Shallow Foundation Design with LRFD Applications | ||
| Advanced Deep Foundation Design with LRFD Applications | ||
| Geosynthetics Engineering | ||
| Earth Retaining Structures: Design, Analysis and LRFD | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Certificate in Engineering Design
The Engineering Design Certificate is comprised of 12 credits of design-related courses. Available courses span a wide range of disciplines, including industrial engineering, mechanical engineering, sustainability, and systems analysis.
The certificate is earned by completing 12 credits consisting of two required and two additional courses from those listed below.
To obtain a graduate certificate, students must:
- Achieve a minimum grade of “C” in each course from the certificate program
- Complete the certificate with a minimum GPA of 3.00
- Request a certificate through their advisor within one year upon completion of the final course of the certificate
To earn the certificate, students must complete the following requirements:
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGRG 7520 | Design for Manufacturability | 3 |
| ENGRG 7550 | Product Design and Development | 3 |
| Select two courses from the following: | 6 | |
| Control Systems Engineering I | ||
| Design of Experiments | ||
| Design for Usability | ||
| Advanced Finite Element Method | ||
| Sustainability in Engineering Design and Manufacturing | ||
| Systems Engineering Management | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |