Students developing skills in the world of engineering on Manhattan College Graduate Degrees

Master's degrees in Engineering

On successful completion of the Graduate English Transition Program, you will progress to one of the following Master's degrees at Manhattan College:

Master's in Chemical Engineering

Acquire an advanced degree in chemical engineering with an emphasis on practice-oriented knowledge on analysis and design.

Objective of the program:

  • Cover the basic fundamentals and principles of chemical engineering
  • Cover advanced topics such as separation techniques, pollution prevention, economic analysis and analysis and design
  • Provide opportunities to conduct fundamental or applied research

Entry requirement:

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering accredited by ABET (or equivalent) OR a Bachelor's degree in another area of engineering, chemistry or biology
  • Minimum GPA of 3.00

Sample courses:

• Transport phenomena
• Biotechnology for engineers
• Bioengineering separations
• Process thermodynamics
• Membrane process technology
• Modern separation processes
• Process simulation & design
• Separation & recovery processes
• Air pollution control
• Independent project
• Design project
• Hazardous waste incineration
• Chemical reactor design

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Master's in Civil Engineering

With a strong emphasis on design, the program is intended for practicing civil engineers, as well as those who wish to pursue doctoral studies. Programs of study include structural analysis and geotechnical engineering.

Objectives of the program:

  • Cover advanced topics related to the structural and geotechnical engineering areas of civil engineering
  • Provide a practice-based knowledge founded on application of advanced techniques in analysis and design

Entry requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering accredited by ABET (or equivalent)
  • Minimum GPA of 3.00

Sample courses:

Structural:
• Advanced structural analysis
• Design of steel structures
• Long span metal structures
• Reinforced concrete structure
• Elastic & Inelastic stability
• Theory of plates & shells

Construction:
• Construction engineering & management
• Contracts & specifications

Geotechnical:
• Ground improvement
• Advanced foundation design
• Design for lateral earth pressure
• Earthworks design
• Advanced soil mechanics
• Site characterization & design

Water resources:
• Hydrology
• Hydropower engineering

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Master's in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering

Covers electrical and computer engineering fundamentals, particularly practical applications, preparing you for advanced level professional positions and for admission to doctoral programs.

Objectives of the program:

  • Provide a strong grasp of electrical engineering and computer engineering fundamentals
  • Instill skills in practical applications, contemporary industrial needs and emerging technologies
  • Provide a foundation for increasing professional responsibilities or continued study at the doctoral level

Entry requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering accredited by ABET (or equivalent) OR a Bachelor's degree in another area of engineering, physics or mathematics

Sample courses:

• Signals, systems & transforms
• Linear mathematical methods
• Probability & stochastic processes
• Signals, noise & transmission
• Microprocessor systems
• Transmission of digital data
• Computer networks
• Advanced study

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Master's in Environmental Engineering

Concentrations in process engineering, water quality modeling, geoenvironmental engineering or environmental project management. Graduates will be committed to working toward engineering a sustainable environment for the world.

Objectives of the program:

  • Provides skills for leadership through service in private and public agencies, and in research and academic institutions
  • Works toward engineering a sustainable environment for the world
  • Cover ethical practices

Entry requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering accredited by ABET (or equivalent) OR a Bachelor's degree in another area of science
  • Adequate preparation in two courses in chemistry, one course in physics, three courses in calculus, differential equations, one course in computer applications, fluid mechanics, and principles of environmental engineering
  • Minimum GPA of 3.00 for these courses

Sample courses:

• Water & wastewater treatment
• Mathematical models
• Surface water quality modeling
• Water chemistry
• Fate & effects of toxic contaminants
• Biological processes & treatment
• Environmental organic chemistry
• Geohydrology
• Environmental impact assessment
• Environmental biotechnology

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Master's in Mechanical Engineering

A contemporary, person-centered experience characterized by high academic standards, values and principles, and preparation for a lifelong career. Prepares individuals for advanced technical positions or for admission to doctoral programs.

Objectives of the program:

  • Cover theories associated with advanced mechanical engineering topics with an emphasis on the areas of HVAC, computer aided engineering, and thermal/fluid systems
  • Practices and operations associated with working in industry so that graduates can function effectively and efficiently in the high technology industrial environment

Entry requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering accredited by ABET (or equivalent) OR a Bachelor's degree in another area of engineering, physics, or mathematics

Sample courses:

• Solo energy devices
• Fluid machinery
• Analysis & design HVAC systems
• Manufacturing engineering
• Viscous flow theory
• Advanced thermodynamics
• Conduction heat transfer
• Introduction to aerodynamics
• Computer aided design
• Design of machine elements

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