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The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences prides itself on providing high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs that prepare students for advanced studies and challenging positions in business, government, and industry. The college is guided in this mission by the tenets embraced by New York Institute of Technology: the professional preparation of students, applications-oriented research, and access to opportunity for all qualified students.
Integral to success are our faculty’s dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service; the support of alumni, industrial advisory boards, friends, and employers; and the college’s state-of-the-art facilities that provide students with a solid foundation for achievement.
To accomplish its mission, the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences:
At NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, students have the opportunity to work on 21st-century technological challenges that directly affect the world in which they live. The college is known as “the place” where innovators, engineering firms, public utilities, and federal and state agencies seek talented faculty and students to advance their projects, inventions, and technologies in the classroom, the lab, the field, or on site. By the time they graduate, our “industry ready” students are equipped with the fundamentals needed to pursue graduate studies and are prepared to join the workforce with minimal on-the-job training.
Babak Beheshti, Ph.D., Dean
Frank Lee, Ph.D., Chair–Long Island
Aydin Farajidavar, Ph.D., Chair–Long Island
Professor Lak Amara, Chair–New York City
Yoshikazu Saito, Ph.D., Chair–New York City
Xun Yu, Ph.D., Chair
Undergraduate Minors
The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences offers high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs to prepare students for advanced studies and challenging positions in business, government, and industry. The college is guided in this mission by tenets embraced by New York Institute of Technology: the professional preparation of students, applications-oriented research, and access to opportunity for all qualified students.
Integral to success are our faculty’s dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service; the support of alumni, industrial advisory boards, friends, and employers; and the college’s state-of-the-art facilities that provide students with a solid foundation for achievement.
To accomplish our mission, the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences:
At NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, students have the opportunity to work on 21st-century technological challenges that directly affect the world in which they live. The college is known as “the place” where innovators, engineering firms, public utilities, and federal and state agencies seek talented faculty and students to advance their projects, inventions, and technologies in the classroom, the lab, the field, or on site. By the time they graduate, our “industry ready” students are equipped with the fundamentals needed to pursue graduate studies and are prepared to join the workforce with minimal on-the-job training.
The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences offers baccalaureate degrees in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, information technology, mechanical engineering, engineering management, electrical and computer engineering technology, and telecommunications network management. Students who have not chosen a specific branch of engineering as a major, or who do not fully satisfy the entrance requirements for engineering, may be classified with an “undeclared” status in the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences up to the end of their second year. Transfer students and students who have completed more than two years of coursework should check with both their academic and financial aid advisors regarding their status as majors. The college also offers master’s degrees in computer science, electrical and computer engineering, energy management, cybersecurity, data science, mechanical engineering, and bioengineering.
Established in 2012, this program broadens and enriches the academic learning experience, creates an environment of excellence and excitement, and puts students on the path for success. Incoming freshmen will be admitted to the program based on academic excellence in high school.
The college offers five-year accelerated degree options leading to a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science in the following areas:
For more details on accelerated degree programs, please visit the B.S. with Accelerated M.S. Options page, and contact the chairperson of the department. For more information about the Dean of Engineering honors program, visit the Dean of Engineering Honors Programs page.
Full-time Faculty: M. Akhtar, K. Balagani, S. Billis, H. Cao, J. Cheng, M. Colef, F. Fischman, S. Gass, P. Gasti, H. Gu, X. Huang, A. Jafari, F. Lee, W. Li, Y. Saito, G. Salayka Jr., T. Zhang
Computer science is the stimulating force at the center of the information revolution of the 21st century. Advancements in computer science have transformed all aspects of society and new fields of study have emerged such as bioinformatics, robotics, network security, computer graphics, telemedicine, big data and information management, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, biometrics, the interaction between computers and humans (HCI), and software engineering. As a field of study, computer science encompasses the analysis, design, and implementation of computer-based systems as well as their maintenance and advancement.
The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science offered by New York Institute of Technology prepares graduates to be creative, inquisitive, analytical, and detail oriented. The program is designed to allow students to gain theoretical knowledge and apply it to developing an in-depth specialization in one area of concentration, ensuring they become proficient in developing computer applications in a number of frameworks.
By the end of the first term of junior year, computer science majors may select a concentration in consultation with an advisor. Areas of concentration include Network Security and Big Data Management and Analytics:
This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.
Students with a GPA above 3.0 can be accepted into the Accelerated M.S. Options program and become eligible to take three graduate-level courses in their junior and senior years, which can be applied to both their undergraduate and graduate degree requirements within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences at no additional cost.
Five-Year Accelerated Program: B.S. in Computer Science and M.S. in Computer Science – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Five-Year Accelerated Program: B.S. in Computer Science and M.S. in Cybersecurity – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Computer Science and M.S. in Data Science – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Within this general direction and the mission of the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, our program faculty, with input from stakeholders such as employers, alumni, and industrial advisory board members, have determined Program Educational Objectives to prepare versatile computer scientists who:
In support of these objectives, the curriculum has been developed to provide student outcomes describing what degree candidates are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. Upon graduation, students are expected to have the ability to:
Courses conform with Information Assurance (IA) standards of the National Security Agency, which lists New York Tech as an IA Course Institution. IA Training standards 4011 and 4013E of the Committee on National Security Systems provide course content for the training of information systems security professionals and systems administrators.
To ensure that degree candidates can successfully apply these outcomes, all students in the Computer Science program are required to complete a substantial project, which utilizes the full extent of the technical skills and knowledge gained throughout the curriculum as well as an understanding of the relevant economic, societal, and ethical issues appropriate for effective computer science practice. Projects will also be evaluated based on teamwork, when appropriate, and the effective written and oral presentation of ideas.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
The Computer Science, B.S. program on the Long Island and New York City campuses is accredited by the Computing Accreditation Commission (CAC) of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Computer Science and similarly named computing programs.
The Department of Computer Science also offers four graduate programs leading to a Master of Science in Computer Science, a Master of Science in Cybersecurity, a Master of Science in Data Science, and a Ph.D. in Computer Science.
Full-time Faculty: K. Ahmed, L. Amani, L. Amara, R. Duke, R. Meyers, L. Pavlidis
Students in this program receive the value of a practice-oriented engineering education that prepares them for real world electrical and computer engineering technology careers. Our program is one of just a few that bridges the two major areas of electrical technology and computer technology. Students enrolled in this program obtain the opportunity to receive training in both fields. They will acquire the theoretical background and practical skills that enables them to build electrical and computer-based systems, to apply programming techniques that drive devices and/or systems, to design IOT applications, to design software apps, to analyze communications circuits and control systems, to design and analyze basic fiber optics communications links, to understand and apply technologies to the many layers of computer networking, to apply the techniques learned from project engineering courses, etc. To keep abreast of current practices in the electrical and computer engineering technology industry, we update our program's curriculum on a regular basis—starting in spring 2024, we introduced a brand-new course, Wireless Communication Technology (ETEC 422), to provide expanded career opportunities for our students enlisting the recently blooming 5G/6G IoT domain.
The results of our ECET alumni surveys show that our graduates hold positions in a wide range of technical areas. These positions include work dealing with component design, testing and evaluation, production engineering, design, development and distribution, field engineering, quality control, technical management, and information technology. Our graduates continue to play a major role in the industry, bridging technology and human needs to enhance people's daily life while ensuring protection of our environment.
Our graduates can look forward to working with state and city agencies, and, in most states, after three years of field experience, they will automatically qualify to sit for the Professional Engineer Exam.
In keeping with the mission of our college, and using input from like-minded stakeholders such as employers, alumni, and our own Industrial Advisory Board, our faculty have identified three program educational objectives. We have designed these objectives to prepare a body of versatile graduates who:
To support these objectives, our curriculum articulates six disparate student outcomes. By the time of graduation, students must have demonstrated:
Entering students enroll directly in our program as candidates for the Bachelor of Science degree. We also admit prospective students holding an A.A.S. degree in electronics/electrical engineering technology or other related areas as junior-year candidates in our baccalaureate degree program.
This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.
Five-Year Accelerated Option – Accelerated Path to Master's Degree (APMD)
The college offers an accelerated five-year accelerated degree option leading to a Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology and a selected number of Master of Science Degrees. Students with a GPA above 3.0 can be accepted into the Accelerated M.S. Options program and become eligible to take three graduate-level courses in their junior and senior years, which can be applied to both their undergraduate and graduate degree requirements within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences at no additional cost.
For details, please visit the Accelerated Program Options page, and contact the chairperson of the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
The Electrical and Computer Engineering Technology, B.S. program on the New York City campus is accredited by the Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and Program Criteria for Computer Engineering Technology and similarly named programs, and Program Criteria for Electrical/Electronic(s) Engineering Technology and similarly named programs.
Full-time Faculty: R.K. Amineh, N.S. Artan, S. Billis, B. Chalise, M. Colef, B. Dastgheib-Beheshti, Z. Dong, A. Farajidavar, A. Ilyas, A. Jafari, M. Ravan, Y. Saito, A. Santhanakrishnan, S. Wadoo, M. Wernicki
The primary goals of the Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering program at New York Institute of Technology are to produce well-rounded graduates with a broad range of skills, aptitudes, and interests who are prepared for successful careers in industry, government, or the pursuit of graduate studies.
These goals are satisfied by required and elective courses in liberal arts, humanities, science, mathematics, computer science, and electrical engineering with an increasing emphasis on design. Established sequences provide both depth and breadth in the major areas of study and offer a degree of flexibility through the choice of elective courses.
Today’s engineering students must understand both hardware and software used in controls, signal processing, integrated circuits, communication networks, wireless communication, and computer operating systems. Our Electrical and Computer Engineering program addresses this need through a sequence of course requirements. The use of modern engineering tools and computers is integrated into nearly all engineering courses.
Two capstone courses provide students with a design experience under the guidance of a faculty advisor. This experience draws significantly on knowledge and skills acquired in previous coursework in digital control, embedded systems, and other areas. While projects may be self-contained, they incorporate engineering standards and practices and provide a major design experience as required by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the ABET, Inc. Students work in teams to design a system or component of a system. Teams work independently, with the instructor serving as a mentor. Designs incorporate engineering standards and multiple realistic constraints such as their impact on society, health and environmental considerations, literature and patent search, and project management. Weekly progress reports and a final oral and written presentation are required.
The university’s liberal arts and humanities core curriculum is designed to provide students with skills related to career and graduate school success and prepares them to be responsible citizens and engineers. To achieve this goal, the core curriculum offers a broad selection of advanced courses in social science, philosophy, and literature. Written and oral presentation skills are intended to carry over into major areas of study.
This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.
Students with a GPA above 3.0 can be accepted into the Accelerated M.S. Options program and become eligible to take three graduate-level courses in their junior and senior years, which can be applied to both their undergraduate and graduate degree requirements within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences at no additional cost.
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and M.S. in Computer Science – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and M.S. in Cybersecurity – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering and M.S. in Data Science – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Objectives
Within this general direction and the mission of the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, our program faculty, with input from stakeholders such as employers, alumni, and industrial advisory board members, have determined Program Educational Objectives to prepare versatile engineers who:
Outcomes
To support these objectives, the curriculum has been developed to provide student outcomes describing what degree candidates are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. Upon graduation, students are expected to have:
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
The Electrical and Computer Engineering, B.S. program on the Long Island and New York City campuses is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Electrical, Computer, Communications, Telecommunication(s) and similarly named engineering programs.
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering also offers a graduate program leading to a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Full-time Faculty: M. Akhtar, K. Balagani, S. Billis, H. Cao, J. Cheng, M. Colef, F. Fischman, S. Gass, P. Gasti, H. Gu, X. Huang, A. Jafari, F. Lee, W. Li, Y. Saito, G. Salayka Jr., T. Zhang
New York Institute of Technology’s Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a focus on computer security produces well-rounded graduates with a range of skills, aptitudes, and interests. Our graduates pursue successful careers in industry and government and/or advanced graduate studies. Our courses prepare students in information technology, computer science, liberal arts, humanities, and life sciences. Established sequences provide depth and breadth in the major areas of study and offer a degree of flexibility through a choice of elective courses allowing students to specialize in areas of interest.
Students can also select a minor in any area of interest such as communication arts, business, architecture, and others. Minors can provide students with an opportunity to focus in an area of application and interest. In addition to the university’s extensive computer facilities, students have access to state-of-the-art laboratories in computer and network security, electronics, telecommunications, and more.
Graduates may find employment in a variety of technical career roles such as software engineer, network administrator, systems analyst, computer programmer, sales engineer, or technical consultant.
This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.
Students with a GPA above 3.0 can be accepted into the Accelerated M.S. Options program and become eligible to take three graduate-level courses in their junior and senior years, which can be applied to both their undergraduate and graduate degree requirements within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences at no additional cost.
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Information Technology and M.S. in Computer Science – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Information Technology and M.S. in Cybersecurity – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Five-Year Accelerated Option: B.S. in Information Technology and M.S. in Data Science – Accelerated Path to Master’s Degree (APMD) Option
Objectives
Within this general direction and the mission of the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, our faculty members, with input from stakeholders such as employers, alumni, and industrial advisory board members, have determined program educational objectives to prepare versatile information technologists who:
To support these objectives, the curriculum has been developed to provide student outcomes describing what degree candidates are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. Upon graduation, students are expected to have the ability to:
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Full-time Faculty: X. Yu, J. Scire, F. Li, T. Ioppolo, Q. Liu, W. Zeng, K. Mishra, J. Seidel
New York Institute of Technology offers courses leading to the Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering at the Long Island campus. Students have the option of selecting a concentration of courses in aerospace engineering in the mechanical engineering option.
The primary objectives of the mechanical engineering curriculum (as written in the college catalog and on the department’s website) are to produce versatile engineering graduates capable of growth within the industry or prepared to pursue advanced studies. The objectives listed below reflect New York Tech’s overall mission: career-oriented education to prepare students for successful careers in an information-age society and applications-oriented research, expanding the knowledge base of society, and contributing to economic development of the region, state, and nation.
The important mission element to emphasize is the applied orientation of the college in general, and the engineering programs in particular. Emphasis is on the design/computer/applications components in the spectrum of mechanical engineering programs, and objectives are fulfilled by courses in the sciences, humanities, and mechanical engineering, with increasing emphasis on design. Established sequences for students provide them with a broad education and the flexibility to allow some degree of depth in an area of interest.
Providing the curriculum’s backbone are the sciences, mathematics, and the basic levels of mechanical engineering courses, which constitute the fundamental knowledge base needed by students for an array of advanced courses. The university’s liberal arts and humanities core curriculum is designed to provide students with additional knowledge and skills related to job and graduate school success. It is concerned with the student as a citizen and community leader; to that end, it provides a broad selection of history, philosophy, and literature. One of the major features of the core curriculum is an emphasis on learning through written, oral, and electronic presentations. These communication skills carry over effectively into advanced mechanical engineering courses.
Design courses include a capstone course and two electives, the latter chosen depending on a student’s interests. Design projects encompass engineering components using the skills developed throughout the curriculum, economic issues appropriate to the effective practice of engineering, and written language and oral communication skills.
Within this general direction and the mission and vision of the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, our program faculty, with input from stakeholders such as employers, alumni, and industrial advisory board members, have determined program educational objectives to prepare versatile engineers who:
To support these objectives, the curriculum has been developed to provide student outcomes that describe what degree candidates are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. Upon graduation, students are expected to have:
The concentration in Aerospace Engineering is designed to give mechanical engineers the opportunity to focus on aircraft and space vehicle design. Material capabilities, production, and propulsion are emphasized to enable an engineer to meet the changing priorities of the aerospace industry.
This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.
The college offers a five-year accelerated degree option leading to a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering. Students with a GPA above 3.0 can be accepted into the Accelerated M.S. Options program and become eligible to take three graduate-level courses in their junior and senior years, which can be applied to both their undergraduate and graduate degree requirements within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences at no additional cost. For details, please contact the chairperson of the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
The Mechanical Engineering, B.S. program on the Long Island campus is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, http://www.abet.org, under the General Criteria and the Program Criteria for Mechanical Engineering.
The college also offers a graduate program leading to a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering, as well as a Ph.D. program in engineering with a concentration in mechanical engineering.
The cybersecurity field is a fast-growing field with expectations of substantial jobs growth over the next decade. As the business world, governments, and individuals become more acutely aware of the threats to their private data, IT assets, and resources (and the need to secure and defend them), the demand for cybersecurity-skilled professionals will continue to increase. The Master of Science in Cybersecurity at New York Institute of Technology is an innovative degree program that will provide professionals with the advanced skills needed to protect and defend information systems from attack.
The curriculum in the program features emerging topics in the field that build upon a solid theoretical foundation combined with practice through classroom coursework, projects, and research. An Industrial Advisory Board composed of industry leaders advises our program, ensuring that the program is relevant to industry needs and requirements. Topics covered in the program include network security, operating systems security, data center security, forensics, cryptography, and cybersecurity laws and policies, to name a few.
This program is offered at the Long Island, New York City, and Vancouver campuses, providing a global view of cybersecurity to professionals in the United States and worldwide.
The Master of Science in Cybersecurity is ideally suited for students with engineering and computer science backgrounds who intend to play a leading role in implementation and management of computer and network security systems.
Objectives
Our curriculum articulates several student outcomes. Upon graduation, students are expected to have the ability to:
Curriculum
The curriculum is comprised of 30 credits and divided into fundamental and elective courses. Requirements include four fundamental core groups. In addition, students consult with an advisor to choose elective credits, which will be geared to their interests and professional goals.
Thesis Option Master’s Degree1
Students selecting this option will be required to complete 30 credits, which include six credits of M.S. thesis courses. Full-time students typically take two semesters to complete the thesis course sequence, which entails planning and conducting research and writing a thesis. Depending on the thesis topic, students will gain specialized skills and knowledge to make them better qualified for research and development jobs at companies. The thesis may also lead to advanced degrees beyond the Master of Science. With the approval of a supervising thesis advisor, qualified students pursuing the master’s thesis must:
1 Not offered at the Vancouver campus.
2 All master’s theses must strictly adhere to the Master’s Thesis Policies and Guidelines published by NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.
Non-Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will still be required to complete 30 credits. Instead of M.S. thesis courses, students will either take twelve C.S. elective credits or nine C.S. elective credits and three project course credits with the department chair’s or advisor’s permission.
Fellowships and Assistantships
Research fellowships and teaching assistantships are available to qualified candidates. These opportunities are usually for a 10-month period and may include partial remission of tuition and fees.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
The graduate program leading to a Master of Science in Computer Science is designed to serve a wide range of professional interests and within this framework takes a practical approach to computer applications.
New York Institute of Technology’s program is suited for individuals with a baccalaureate degree in computer science, engineering, management, information technology, mathematics, or related fields of interest. Our curriculum is consistent with the recommendations of the Association for Computing Machinery.
Objectives
Specific objectives of this program are to provide students with a comprehensive background in:
Curriculum
The curriculum consists of 30 credits, 21 of which are allocated to required courses in computer science. The remaining nine credits permit students either to specialize in areas appropriate to their individual needs, or to complete the thesis option. In order to accommodate working professionals, courses are offered during day and evening hours, as well as weekends at the Long Island and New York City campuses.
Emphasis is on computer systems and real-world applications, and is ideal for individuals interested in systems engineering, networks, software engineering, computer security, systems architecture, data organization and communications, microprocessors, computer graphics, or artificial intelligence.
Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will be required to complete 30 credits, including six credits of M.S. thesis courses and three credits of general electives. Full-time students typically take two semesters to complete the thesis course sequence, which entails planning and conducting research and writing a thesis. Depending on the thesis topic, students will gain specialized skills and knowledge to make them better qualified for research and development jobs at companies. The thesis may also lead to advanced degrees beyond the Master of Science. With the approval of a supervising thesis advisor, qualified students pursuing the master’s thesis must:
Note: All master’s thesis students must strictly adhere to the Master’s Thesis Policies and Guidelines published by NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.
Non-Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will still be required to complete 30 credits. Instead of M.S. thesis courses, students will either take nine C.S. elective credits, or six C.S. elective credits and three project course credits with the department chair’s or advisor’s permission.
Fellowships and Assistantships
Research fellowships and teaching assistantships are available to qualified candidates. These opportunities are usually for a 10-month period and may include partial remission of tuition and fees.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
To apply for the M.S. in Computer Science, visit nyit.edu/apply.
The graduate program leading to a Master of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering provides advanced knowledge and skills for the professional electrical and computer engineer or student who wishes to pursue advanced studies. Our curriculum emphasizes practical design-oriented engineering and its underlying theoretical concepts.
Objectives
Our program provides seasoned engineers and recent graduates with advanced engineering education and state-of-the-art specialization. Specific program objectives prepare students to have comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in:
Curriculum
Our curriculum is comprised of 30 credits, twelve of which are allocated to required courses and six of which are allocated to specialized courses in Electrical and Computer Engineering. Requirements include core and specialized courses. Remaining courses establish elective choices and project/thesis options; students consult with an advisor to develop competency in a given area of expertise. In order to accommodate working professionals, courses are offered during day and evening hours, as well as during weekends at the Long Island and New York City campuses.
Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will be required to complete 30 credits, including six credits of M.S. thesis courses. Full-time students typically take two semesters to complete a thesis, which entails planning and conducting research and writing a thesis. Depending on a thesis topic, students’ specialized skills and knowledge can make them more qualified candidates for research and development positions at companies. The thesis may also lead to advanced degrees beyond the Master of Science. With the approval of a supervising thesis advisor, qualified students pursuing the master’s thesis must:
Note: All master’s theses must strictly adhere to the Master’s Thesis Policies and Guidelines published by NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.
Non-Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will still be required to complete 30 credits. Instead of MS thesis courses, students will either take eighteen CS or ECE elective credits, or fifteen CS or ECE elective credits and three project course credits, or twelve CS or ECE elective credits and six project course credits with the department chair’s or advisor’s permission.
Fellowships and Assistantships
Research fellowships and teaching assistantships are available to qualified candidates. These opportunities are usually for a 10-month period and may include partial remission of tuition and fees.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
To apply for the M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, visit nyit.edu/apply.
Energy managers skilled in business management and energy technology fill executive positions in corporate and government organizations. There is growing demand for professionals in these areas as expenditures of billions of dollars per year are expected in the coming decades for investment in energy-efficiency equipment, energy management systems, resource recovery plants, and cost-effective alternative energy systems. Energy managers develop and implement organization policy for analyzing and improving energy efficiency in commercial and industrial processes, building operations, new design and construction. They also direct the operation of new plants designed for cogeneration, resource recovery, biomass conversion, wind energy, geothermal power, and small-scale hydroelectric power.
Our Master of Science in Energy Management provides professionals in business management or engineering and college graduates in compatible fields with the most up-to-date knowledge in energy management. Our program equips students with the interdisciplinary skills required of the new class of energy managers, in particular, modern energy technology, business practice, policy development, program analysis, cost-benefit evaluation, and computer-assisted management techniques.
For organizations involved in energy generation and transmission, building operation and design, and industrial energy utilization, the college offers specialized professional certificate programs to increase the knowledge and skills of personnel who attend classes in their workplace or at a New York Tech campus.
For energy professionals with busy schedules and home bases outside the New York metropolitan region, New York Tech conducts intensive professional seminars on technical subjects of importance to the energy field and offers the entire degree online.
NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences offers an option for a five-year Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Master of Science in Energy Management. Students in the B.S./M.S. option who have taken six graduate credits in mechanical engineering are required to complete 24 additional graduate credits for the M.S. in Energy Management. This option provides students with a strong technical background and specialized preparation for a variety of career options.
The college offers a fully online graduate certificate program for healthcare facilities managers. Students who complete ENGY 681 Environmental Safety in Health Facilities and ENGY 682 Health Facilities Management Project, plus 12 additional credits of graduate-level facilities management courses, can earn an Advanced Certificate in Facilities Management. Students who complete the 18-credit online certificate program can take 12 additional credits of online courses to earn an M.S. in Energy Management.
Faculty members are academicians known nationally for their energy expertise; practicing energy management professionals who both teach and work as ranking administrators, engineers, and operating officials of corporate and governmental organizations; and a select group of scholars associated with other appropriate graduate programs at New York Institute of Technology.
In all cases, the curriculum consists of a core of seven courses including a practicum course and three elective courses to be chosen on the basis of specialization objectives. In order to earn the Master of Science in Energy Management, students must complete the prescribed curriculum of 30 graduate credits.
Courses are offered in a convenient, flexible evening format. Courses meet for two hours and 40 minutes once a week for 15 sessions. Courses are available online, or at the Long Island and New York City campuses. Fall, spring, and summer semesters are scheduled.
Research fellowships and teaching assistantships are available to qualified candidates. These opportunities are usually for a 10-month period and may include partial remission of tuition and fees.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
To apply for the M.S. in Energy Management, visit nyit.edu/apply.
New York Tech’s 18-credit Advanced Certificate programs have the same admission requirements as the M.S. in Energy Management. Courses may not be applied to more than one certificate and must be completed with a minimum 3.0 cumulative average. A separate application for graduate admission must be filed at least one semester before completing a certificate. The certificate must be completed before the M.S. in Energy Management. Descriptions of each Advanced Certificate program are below.
Alternate sources of energy, experimental vehicles, automated energy control systems, and advanced resource recovery facilities have been developed in order to maximize the efficiency of energy utilization. The Advanced Certificate in Energy Technology requires graduate coursework in energy technology and related areas. All course selections must be approved by the Energy Management Program Director. For more information, email ramundse@nyit.edu.
The environmental debate has attracted widespread attention among policymakers and the general public. Strict new environmental regulations have created a need for managers with an understanding of environmental issues. Environmental quality is inextricably linked with energy consumption. Automobiles, power plants, and furnaces release pollutants as products of combustion. Coal, oil, and gas resources cannot be developed without careful consideration of the environmental impacts. Therefore, the focus of the energy field has broadened to include more environmental issues. Environmental management courses are offered within the M.S. in Energy Management degree program for managers, planners, engineers, and policy makers who must consider environmental issues when making decisions. Students who obtain the certificate may continue their studies by completing the M.S. in Energy Management degree. Students who have completed the M.S. in Energy Management core course may choose to specialize in environmental management by taking the environmental courses as electives. These courses explore technical, economic, and regulatory frameworks of environmental protection and conservation.
The complexity of modern buildings has increased with the advent of sophisticated lighting systems, building controls, and air-conditioning equipment. There are numerous career opportunities for facilities managers, who operate and maintain buildings and related infrastructure. Facilities managers need to be able to control costs, while maintaining high standards of safety, comfort, and performance.
Today, we depend on trained professionals to identify security concerns and to develop effective response strategies to protect facilities and infrastructures. These individuals use advanced technology for fire protection, crime prevention, and environmental monitoring. They ensure that critical systems, such as backup power, life safety equipment, and water infrastructure are fully operational and in compliance with all regulatory requirements. Certificate includes coursework in facilities management, contingency planning, security systems technology, and environmental risk assessment.
Babak Beheshti, Ph.D., Dean
Frank Lee, Ph.D., Chair–Long Island
Aydin Farajidavar, Ph.D., Chair–Long Island
Yoshikazu Saito, Ph.D., Chair–New York City
Xun Yu, Ph.D., Chair
Robert N. Amundsen, Ph.D., Director
The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences offers high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs to prepare students for advanced studies and challenging positions in business, government, and industry. We are guided in this mission by tenets embraced by New York Institute of Technology: the professional preparation of students, applications-oriented research, and access to opportunity for all qualified students.
Integral to success are our faculty’s dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service; the support of alumni, industrial advisory boards, friends, and employers; and the college’s state-of-the-art facilities that provide students with a solid foundation for achievement.
To accomplish our mission, the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences:
At NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, students have the opportunity to work on 21st-century technological challenges that directly affect the world in which they live. The college is known as “the place” where innovators, engineering firms, public utilities, and federal and state agencies seek talented faculty and students to advance their projects, inventions, and technologies in the classroom, the lab, the field, or on site. By the time they graduate, our “industry ready” students are equipped with the fundamentals needed to pursue graduate studies and are prepared to join the workforce with minimal on-the-job training.
There are several scholarship programs, specifically designed for the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, that benefit incoming students:
For more information about the APMD Five-Year B.S.-M.S. Combined option, visit the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences’ webpage.
The Minor in Energy Science, Technology, and Policy enables students in all majors to develop “green skills” in their chosen field. Many employers seek to reduce their carbon footprint and promote cleaner, more efficient technologies that are less harmful to the environment.
NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, in partnership with the Long Island Alternative Energy Consortium, received a grant to establish a multidisciplinary, multicampus minor. Students enrolled in the minor will benefit from partnerships among academic institutions, private industry, college and government laboratories, and legislative offices.
Key resources include the Energy and Green Technologies Laboratory, which is one of three labs in the Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center. Projects at New York Tech include solar carports, plug-in hybrid vehicles, and the Long Island Carbon Footprint Project. Demonstration projects are underway at partner institutions such as Stony Brook University and Farmingdale State College that focus on smart grid technology, building automation, solar energy, small-scale wind power, geothermal heat pumps, green data centers, and alternative fuel vehicles.
Declaring a minor is easy: Fill out the Application to Declare Undergraduate Minor form and then have it signed by Robert N. Amundsen, Ph.D., Director, Energy Management. For more information, call 516.686.7578 or email ramundse@nyit.edu.
The 15-credit minor includes 12 credits of required courses and one three-credit elective course.
Full-time Faculty: X. Yu, J. Scire, F. Li, W. Zeng, T. Ioppolo, Q. Liu, J. Seidel, A. Boldini
The primary objectives of the engineering management curriculum (as written in the college catalog and on the department’s website) are to produce versatile engineering graduates capable of growth within industry or prepared to pursue advanced studies. The objectives listed below reflect New York Institute of Technology’s overall mission: career-oriented education to prepare students for successful careers in an information-age society and applications-oriented research; expanding the knowledge base of society; and contributing to economic development of the region, state, and nation.
The important mission element to emphasize is the applied orientation of the college in general, and the engineering programs in particular. In our Engineering Management program, students will learn about engineering leadership, financial management, project analysis, operations management, and quality control. Our engineering management curriculum is complemented by a core liberal arts curriculum that includes critical thinking, communications, and other skills needed in today’s global marketplace. Established sequences for students provide them with a broad education and the flexibility to allow some degree of depth in an area of interest.
Providing the curriculum’s backbone are the sciences, mathematics, and the basic levels of engineering management courses, which constitute the fundamental knowledge base needed by students for an array of advanced courses. The university’s liberal arts and humanities core curriculum is designed to provide students with additional knowledge and skills related to job and graduate school success. It is concerned with the student as a citizen and community leader; to that end, it provides a broad selection of history, philosophy, and literature. One of the major features of the core curriculum is an emphasis on learning through written, oral, and electronic presentations. These communication skills carry over effectively into advanced mechanical engineering courses.
Within this general direction and the mission and vision of the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, our program faculty, with input from stakeholders such as employers, alumni, and industrial advisory board members, have determined program educational objectives to prepare versatile engineers who:
To support these objectives, the curriculum has been developed to provide student outcomes that describe what degree candidates are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. Upon graduation, students are expected to have an ability to:
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.
The college offers a five-year accelerated degree option leading to a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Management and a Master of Science in Energy Management. Students with a GPA above 3.0 can be accepted into the Accelerated M.S. Options program and become eligible to take three graduate-level courses in their junior and senior years, which can be applied to both their undergraduate and graduate degree requirements within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences at no additional cost. For details, please contact the chairperson of the Department of Mechanical Engineering.
The Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering combines fundamental concepts with modern applications. The program’s innovative approach combines cutting-edge research and up-to-date coursework in:
You will complete your program by selecting a six-credit thesis option or a project-based non-thesis option. Both options prepare you for research and development opportunities and provide you with the opportunity to present work at major conferences and publish your findings alongside our faculty experts in peer-reviewed journals.
Our Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center and Rapid Prototyping Maker Space at the Long Island campus offer state-of-the-art space for research in bioengineering, assistive technologies, energy, and more.
Fellowships and Assistantships
Research fellowships and teaching assistantships are available to qualified candidates. These opportunities are usually for a 10-month period and may include partial remission of tuition and fees.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
New York Institute of Technology’s graduate program leading to a Master of Science in Bioengineering is designed to serve a wide range of professional and career interests. It combines coursework in engineering concepts, life sciences, and entrepreneurship along with the tools to succeed in the biotechnology and bioengineering industries. It is applied in nature and ensures that research-based engineering and medical knowledge is translated to practice.
The M.S. in Bioengineering currently focuses on Medical Devices. Future tracks are planned in Health Informatics and Biomechanics.
The Bioengineering program is designed specifically for college graduates holding an appropriate engineering (e.g., biomedical, mechanical, electrical, computer, chemical) or science (e.g., biology, physics, computer) degree who wish to pursue a career within specific subspecialties of Bioengineering (in particular, medical device design).
The program provides the students with a comprehensive knowledge and proficiency in:
Objectives
Program objectives are aligned with the national standards established by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) below:
The program prepares students to engage in a successful professional bioengineering career or pursue an advanced research degree.
Curriculum
Our curriculum consists of 30 credits, 18 of which are allocated to required courses in Bioengineering. Six credits permit students to specialize in areas appropriate to their individual needs, and the remaining six credits allow students to pursue either a project or thesis. In order to accommodate working professionals, courses are offered during day and evening hours, as well as weekends on the Long Island campus.
Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will be required to complete 30 credits, including six credits of M.S. thesis courses and six credits of general electives. Full-time students typically take two semesters to complete the thesis course sequence, which entails planning and conducting research, and writing a thesis. Depending on the thesis topic, students will gain specialized skills and knowledge to make them better qualified for research and development jobs at companies. The thesis may also lead to advanced degrees beyond the Master of Science. With the approval of a supervising thesis advisor, qualified students pursuing the master’s thesis must:
Note: All master’s thesis students must strictly adhere to the Master’s Thesis Policies and Guidelines published by NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.
Non-Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will still be required to complete 30 credits. Instead of M.S. thesis courses, students will take 6 credits of Capstone project under the supervision of the department chair or a faculty advisor.
Fellowships and Assistantships
Research fellowships and teaching assistantships are available to qualified candidates. These opportunities are usually for a 10-month period and may include partial remission of tuition and fees.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
To apply for the M.S. in Bioengineering, visit nyit.edu/apply.
The graduate program leading to a Master of Science in Data Science is designed specifically for all students or working professionals who wish to pursue a career in Data Science (data analytics, machine learning, big data management, data visualization, etc.). The program is capable of serving a wide range of professional interests, and within this framework takes a practical approach to computer applications. Students can complete the degree program either with traditional in-person classes or with flexible online courses.
New York Institute of Technology’s program is open to students from diverse professional backgrounds who have a baccalaureate degree in computer science, engineering, management, information technology, mathematics, or a related field of interest.
Objectives
Specific objectives of this program are to provide students with a comprehensive background in:
Curriculum
The curriculum consists of 30 credits, 15 of which are allocated to required courses in data science. The remaining 15 credits permit students to specialize either in areas appropriate to their individual needs, or to complete the thesis option. In order to accommodate working professionals, courses are offered during day and evening hours, as well as weekends at the Long Island and New York City campuses.
Our emphasis on real-world, applications-oriented training is ideal for individuals interested in Data Science (data analytics, machine learning, big data, data visualization, etc.). Graduates of the program will also have the opportunity to receive specialized training in commercialization and entrepreneurship via the Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center (ETIC).
Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will be required to complete 30 credits, including six credits of M.S. thesis courses and nine credits of general electives. Full-time students typically take two semesters to complete the thesis course sequence, which entails planning and conducting research and writing a thesis. Depending on the thesis topic, students will gain specialized skills and knowledge to make them better qualified for research and development jobs at companies. The thesis may also lead to advanced degrees beyond the Master of Science. With the approval of a supervising thesis advisor, qualified students pursuing the master’s thesis must:
Note: All master’s thesis students must strictly adhere to the Master’s Thesis Policies and Guidelines published by NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences.
Non-Thesis Option Master’s Degree
Students selecting this option will still be required to complete 30 credits total, but instead of M.S. thesis courses, students will take twelve elective credits and a three-credit project course (DTSC 870).
Fellowships and Assistantships
Research fellowships and teaching assistantships are available to qualified candidates. These opportunities are usually for a 10-month period and may include partial remission of tuition and fees.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
To apply for the M.S. in Data Science, visit nyit.edu/apply.
The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences along with the School of Management, and in association with the Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center (ETIC), has established a Minor in Technology Entrepreneurship. The primary outcome of this collaboration is to produce versatile graduates who are able to launch their own technology-based enterprises, or are capable of growth within industry, by teaching them how to apply entrepreneurial principles of innovation and strategic problem solving to a technology field. Key skills include: a) an increased confidence to form and work in collaborative teams; b) an understanding of the processes to get from developed technology concepts or new ideas to the formation of a startup; and c) becoming equipped with the experiential and foundational knowledge of how to find financial resources to form a viable company.
This undergraduate minor provides a well-structured academic curriculum, offering opportunities for applied research, technology implementation, and product development, as well as exposure to enterprise building, venture capital, and corporate partners. Featuring enhanced learning with a common set of courses and electives available across majors and demographic groups, this integrated program provides access to opportunities with industry, laboratories, and the full resources available at the Entrepreneurship and Technology Innovation Center (ETIC), including its three labs in IT and Cybersecurity, Green and Energy Technologies, and Bioengineering and Medical Devices.
The minor is open to students from all schools within New York Tech, and has a dedicated advisor to assist students in course selection. By focusing on the enhancement of participation with all students, the minor enhances technology entrepreneurship learning, while fostering a collaborative environment where students learn to work across disciplines.
Declaring a minor is easy: Just fill out the Application to Declare Undergraduate Minor form and have it signed by the program chair.
New York Institute of Technology College of Engineering and Computing Sciences has created a Ph.D. program to address the regional, as well as national, demand for experts, researchers, and scientists in Computer Science.
The program's educational objective is to educate talented students in multiple emerging areas of computer science, including cybersecurity, data science, and cloud computing.. The program is designed to be rigorous and innovation-focused, including core fundamental theoretical courses, transformative research, and special topics that are intended to bridge the gap between high-technology research and its commercialization.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, from 2016 to 2026 there will be a 13 percent increase in computer and information technology occupations. Innovative and competitive research funding in new research thrust areas will require a highly educated workforce. The Ph.D. program is structured to address, sustain, and increase this innovative capacity. Its education and research aspects will prepare students to join the innovative and competitive workforce, and graduates will become the technical leaders in the region, the State of New York, and the nation.
The curriculum is designed to prepare students for research careers in industry as well as academia. It provides students with both the fundamental concepts of the field as well as the ability to perform independent research in a specialized area. The program's goal is to contribute to the development of well-trained engineers and scientists who will advance the state of the art in computer science through training in cutting-edge research.
The academic requirements for the Ph.D. consist of coursework, exams, a written dissertation, and an oral dissertation defense. The minimum 66 credits beyond a B.S. degree in Computer Science or relevant field will be required to obtain the doctoral degree. Thirty-six (36) credits are for the coursework (12 courses). Students will earn the minimum thirty (30) Ph.D. credits based on an individual plan of study established with the student's advisor and approved by the graduate program director for dissertation research performed in years two–four of the program.
Candidacy for the Ph.D. degree will be awarded after the student successfully passes both the qualifying examination and the preliminary dissertation proposal—typically in the summer after the third year. Completion of at least 66 graduate core, elective, and research credits will be required to qualify for the degree. The Ph.D. degree will be awarded after the submission and approval of a written dissertation, supporting the results of an original scholarly investigation, and the passing of an oral defense of the submitted dissertation.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Full-time Faculty: X. Yu, J. Scire, F. Li, T. Ioppolo, Q. Liu, J. Seidel, W. Zeng, A. Boldini
NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences offers courses leading to the Bachelor of Science in Construction Engineering. The primary objectives of the Construction Engineering curriculum are to produce versatile engineering graduates capable of growth within industry or prepared to pursue advanced studies, and reflect our institution's mission to provide career-oriented professional education and support research and scholarship that benefit the larger world.
This unique program is the integration of the traditional fields of civil engineering and construction management, and will ground students with strong fundamental knowledge in engineering design and management principles, by learning engineering mechanics, engineering graphics, survey and geomatics, construction materials, building construction, concrete and steel structure design, construction management, cost estimating, planning and scheduling, and project management. In meeting rigorous ABET engineering accreditation requirements, this degree serves as a long-term foundation for a construction career in a time of rapidly changing technology.
The university's core curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills related to job and graduate school success. One of the major features is an emphasis on learning through written, oral, and electronic presentations. These communication skills carry over effectively into advanced mechanical engineering courses.
An important element to emphasize is the applied orientation of the college in general, and the engineering programs in particular. Attention is given to the design/analysis/applications components in the spectrum of construction engineering programs, and objectives are fulfilled by courses in the sciences, mathematics, humanities, design, construction, and management. Established sequences for students provide them with a broad education and the flexibility to allow some degree of depth in an area of interest. The capstone design project encompasses engineering components using the skills developed throughout the curriculum, economic issues appropriate to the effective practice of engineering, and written language and oral communication skills.
Within this general direction and the mission and vision of the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, our program faculty, with input from stakeholders such as employers, alumni, and industrial advisory board members, have determined Program Educational Objectives to prepare versatile engineers who:
To support these objectives, the curriculum has been developed to provide student outcomes that describe what degree candidates are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. Upon graduation, students are expected to acquire an ability to:
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
This B.S. program also offers a co-op option. The co-op program is a mechanism to enable students to prepare themselves for the job market while pursuing their undergraduate degrees. Typically, junior or senior students work full-time for six months at an industrial partner related to their major or career interests. During this time, students earn a salary and do not pay tuition. The skills, contacts, and real-world know-how gained through the co-op program—combined with what is learned in the classroom—creates a unique and holistic educational experience. Please note that the co-op option will extend the degree program by one semester. Enrolling in the co-op is optional, but students must apply for placement in the program. For details, please contact the co-op program coordinator.
According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, from 2016 to 2026 there will be a seven percent increase in jobs for biomedical engineers and electrical engineers, and a nine percent increase for mechanical engineering positions. Our Ph.D. program is structured to address, sustain, and increase this dynamic workforce. The education and research aspects of the program will prepare students to join the innovative and competitive environment. Graduates of this degree program will be the technical leaders in the region, the state, and the nation.
The educational objective of the Ph.D. in Engineering is to educate highly talented students in multiple emerging engineering fields with concentrations in: Bioengineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. The program is designed to be rigorous and innovation-focused, and will include several core fundamental theoretical courses, transformative research, and advanced topics that bridge the gap between high-technology research and its commercialization. The curriculum is designed to prepare students for research careers in industry as well as academia, and provides students with both the concepts as well as the ability to perform independent research in a specialized area.
The Engineering, Ph.D. programs goal is to contribute to the development of well-trained engineer-scientists who will advance the state-of-the-art in engineering through training in cutting-edge research. This is aligned with New York Tech’s mission:
The program will focus on training students in applied research in one of three concentrations:
Candidacy for the Ph.D. will be awarded after the student successfully passes both the qualifying examination and the preliminary dissertation proposal—typically in the summer after the third year. Completion of at least 66 graduate core, elective, and research credits will be required to qualify for the degree. The doctoral degree will be awarded only after the submission and approval of a written dissertation supporting the results of an original scholarly investigation, and the passing of an oral defense of the submitted dissertation.
International F-1 students who successfully complete this degree are eligible for an additional 24-month STEM OPT extension to work in the U.S. in an area directly related to their area of study immediately upon completing the customary 12-month post-completion Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Babak Beheshti, Ph.D., Dean
Helen Gu, Ph.D., Associate Dean and Program Director
Xun Yu, Ph.D., Associate Dean and Program Director
The College of Engineering and Computing Sciences offers high-quality undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs to prepare students for advanced studies and challenging positions in business, government, and industry. We are guided in this mission by tenets embraced by New York Institute of Technology: the professional preparation of students, applications-oriented research, and access to opportunity for all qualified students.
Integral to success are our faculty’s dedication to teaching, scholarship, and service; the support of alumni, industrial advisory boards, friends, and employers; and the college’s state-of-the-art facilities that provide students with a solid foundation for achievement.
To accomplish our mission, the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences:
At NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, students have the opportunity to work on 21st-century technological challenges that directly affect the world in which they live. The college is known as “the place” where innovators, engineering firms, public utilities, and federal and state agencies seek talented faculty and students to advance their projects, inventions, and technologies in the classroom, the lab, the field, or on site. By the time they graduate, our “industry ready” students are equipped with the fundamentals needed to pursue graduate studies and are prepared to join the workforce with minimal on-the-job training.
There are several scholarship programs, specifically designed for the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences, that benefit incoming students:
Full-time Faculty: M. Ravan, A. Farajidavar, A. Ilyas, Z. Dong, N. Artan
New York Institute of Technology offers courses leading to the Bachelor of Science in Bioengineering. The primary objectives of the Bioengineering curriculum are to produce versatile engineering graduates capable of applying life sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, and engineering principles to define and solve problems in biology, medicine, healthcare, and related fields. The objectives reflect New York Tech’s overall mission: 1) Provide career-oriented professional education; 2) Give all qualified students access to opportunity; 3) Support research and scholarship that benefit the larger world.
This undergraduate program provides students with integrated and rigorous training in engineering, mathematics, and the basic sciences. The important mission element to emphasize is the applied orientation of the college in general, and the engineering programs in particular. Emphasis is on the design/analysis/applications components in the spectrum of bioengineering programs, and objectives are fulfilled by courses in math, physics, biology, chemistry, engineering, and bioengineering. Established sequences for students provide them with a broad education and the flexibility to allow some degree of depth in an area of interest. Major areas of education include biomaterials, bio-instrumentations, physiology, medical imaging and image-guided therapy, biomedical signal processing, embedded systems, and biomedical devices.
New York Tech’s liberal arts and humanities core curriculum (general education requirements) is designed to provide students with additional knowledge and skills related to the job and graduate school success. It is concerned with the student as a citizen and community leader; to that end, it provides a broad perspective of history, philosophy, and literature. One of the major features of the core curriculum is an emphasis on learning through written, oral, and electronic presentations. These communication skills carry over effectively into advanced bioengineering courses.
The capstone design project encompasses engineering components using the skills developed throughout the curriculum, economic issues appropriate to the effective practice of engineering, and written language and oral communication skills.
Key skills that will be developed with the proposed program:
Graduates will gain the engineering skills and expertise to work in the industry, healthcare, research institutions, or advanced studies.
Program Educational Objectives are to prepare versatile engineers who:
To support these objectives, the curriculum has been developed to provide student outcomes that describe what degree candidates are expected to know and be able to do by the time they graduate. Upon graduation, students are expected to have:
To further our mission of providing a career-centered education, and to allow undergraduate students to pursue an organized, coherent secondary course of study, the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences has created a new minor in construction engineering, which is well aligned with the mission of New York Tech.
Just as an academic major gives an employer or professional school an idea of one’s ability to specialize and to develop an understanding in depth of a particular discipline, an academic minor provides an occasion to expand the breadth of a student’s interests independently of the student’s major, and demonstrates broad competence beyond a narrow specialization. There are many overlaps of curriculum between other programs in CoECS, as well as other schools and colleges within New York Tech, especially in the STEM fields.
The new minor in construction engineering will expand students’ knowledge of construction engineering and will increase their job marketability beyond their major.
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
A minor is defined as a set of courses outside the student’s major, with a coherence based on subject, methodology, or other factors. Minors shall be no less than 15 credits and no more than 18 credits.
The Master of Science program in Occupational Health and Safety prepares students for careers in the growing fields of Occupational Health, Safety Engineering, and Industrial Hygiene. Students learn to assess and measure exposures to environmental and occupational hazards and how to develop administrative and engineering control strategies to mitigate and eliminate risks. Our courses help the student to develop the scientific framework and technical skills needed to ensure that workplaces in every field are safe and healthy environments. Graduates can work as environmental health and safety officers, industrial hygienists, and trainers for government agencies, utilities, consulting firms, and businesses.
New York Tech strives to provide career-oriented professional education and access to opportunity for all qualified students and supports research and scholarship that benefits the larger world. The M.S. in Occupational Health and Safety program provides students with access to entry into and advancement along a career path in occupational health and safety, and serves to empower students with the tools they need to successfully operate in this industry. Our program will ensure that research-based knowledge will translate into practice. Students will benefit from New York Tech being a technology-enabled community, drawing on the assets of a wider workforce to prepare students to pursue careers in a globally integrated economy that rewards learning, innovation, and teamwork.
Graduates of the M.S. in Occupational Health and Safety program are expected to:
This program was specifically developed in response to an identified industry need, and the design was based on a framework by the Board of Certified Safety Professionals, an accreditation agency for health and safety professionals for university programs in this field, to meet current industry needs and allow graduates to earn the credential of Graduate Safety Professional.
For professionals with busy schedules and home bases outside the New York metropolitan region, New York Tech is able to offer this degree entirely online. Professional seminars on technical subjects in the field of occupational health and safety are conducted in a convenient, flexible format. Fall, spring, and summer semesters are scheduled.
Our faculty members are known nationally, with over twenty years of extensive environmental health and safety expertise; practicing professionals who both teach and work as ranking administrators, engineers, and operating officials of corporate and governmental organizations; and a select group of scholars associated with other appropriate graduate programs at New York Tech.
In order to earn the Master of Science in Occupational Health and Safety, students must complete the prescribed curriculum of 30 graduate credits, including a capstone project in their final semester.
To apply for the M.S. in Occupational Health and Safety, visit nyit.edu/apply.
Students can prepare for a future where AI skills are in high demand with a Minor in Artificial Intelligence. Designed for students eager to transition into careers that require a deep understanding of AI applications across various industries, this minor contributes to New York Tech's goal of preparing students to engage with modern technological challenges through astrong focus on the practical and ethical aspects of AI. Students will develop interdisciplinary skills that integrate AI techniques intovarious domains, such as healthcare, business, and the creative arts. The minor enhances New York Tech's commitment to producinggraduates who are well-versed in the latest technological trends while being conscious of the societal impact of their work.
The Minor in Artificial Intelligence (AI) at New York Tech is driven by the growing integration of AI technologies across diverse industries, the rapid evolution of AI research, and the increasing demand for professionals who possess AI-related skills. AI is no longer confined to just tech-centric companies, but has become essential in sectors such as healthcare, finance, education, manufacturing, and real estate.
To prepare students for this shifting landscape, the AI minor will equip students with foundational knowledge and practical skills that complement their major discipline. Industry demand for AI skills is one of the fastest-growing fields in the job market today. According to the World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2023, AI and machine learning specialists rank among the top roles expected to see a surge in demand, with an expected increase of 37% in the coming five years.
Additionally, the LinkedIn Jobs on the Rise 2024 report indicates that roles requiring AI skills, such as AI developers, machine learning engineers, and AI consultants, have been steadily increasing across multiple industries. Beyond the tech sector, companies are leveraging AI to enhance operations and decision-making. In healthcare, AI is used for predictive analytics, medical diagnostics, and personalized treatment plans, and financial institutions are employing AI for fraud detection, automated trading systems, and customer service bots.
This 15 credit minor is open to all undergraduate majors within New York Tech. See your advisor to learn how this minor can align with your degree program.
The Minor in Artificial Intelligence has two required courses:
Customize your AI learning experience to the specifc goals of your major and select any three elective courses from the available pool to complete the required credits.
Please contact the AI Minor Coordinator or your department chair to learn about the courses offered for this minor each term.
Declaring a minor is easy: Just fill out the Application to Declare Undergraduate Minor form and have it signed by the program chair.
| Seminars | Credits: | |
| ENGR 610 | Introduction to Ph.D. Study in Engineering | 2 |
| ENGR 800 | Doctoral Seminar | 1 |
| Total: 3 Credits | ||
| Independent Research | Credits: | |
| ENGR 860 | Independent Research** | 1–9 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| ** Students can register for these courses multiple times with credits ranging from 1 to 9 to fulfill the total 30-credit requirement for research and dissertation. | ||
| Ph.D. Dissertation | Credits: | |
| ENGR 861 | Ph.D. Dissertation** | 1–9 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (MENG) CONCENTRATIONFor Ph.D. students with a concentration in Mechanical Engineering, 11 courses (33 credits) can be selected from the following areas: Engineering Mathematics, Solid Mechanics/Biomechanics/Materials;Thermal/Fluids/Energy; Mechatronics/Nanotechnology; and Controls/Dynamic Systems. |
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| Engineering Mathematics | Credits: | |
| MENG 601 | Advanced Engineering Mathematics | 3 |
| MENG 602 | Computational Methods | 3 |
| Solid Mechanics/Biomechanics/Materials | Credits: | |
| BIOE 610 | Engineering Principles in Cell Biology | 3 |
| MENG 605 | Advanced Materials Science | 3 |
| MENG 622 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| MENG 631 | Applied Elasticity | 3 |
| MENG 634 | Finite Element Analysis | 3 |
| MENG 635 | Advanced Mechanics of Materials and Composites | 3 |
| MENG 638 | Thermal Stresses | 3 |
| Thermal/Fluids/Energy | Credits: | |
| MENG 603 | Advanced Thermodynamics | 3 |
| MENG 604 | Fluid Dynamics | 3 |
| MENG 610 | Heat Transfer I | 3 |
| MENG 613 | Total Energy Systems and Design | 3 |
| MENG 615 | Turbo Machinery | 3 |
| MENG 616 | Environmental Control | 3 |
| MENG 618 | Computational Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MENG 624 | Advanced Propulsion | 3 |
| MENG 628 | Advanced Aerodynamics | 3 |
| Mechatronics/Nanotechnology | Credits: | |
| BIOE 666 | Biomedical Signals and Systems | 3 |
| EENG 730 | Nanotechnology | 3 |
| EENG 780 | Silicon Integrated Circuit Theory and Fabrication | 3 |
| MENG 642 | Sensors and Actuators | 3 |
| MENG 648 | Mechatronic Systems | 3 |
| MENG 650 | Medical Devices: An Embedded Systems Approach | 3 |
| Controls/Dynamic Systems | Credits: | |
| EENG 665 | Linear Systems | 3 |
| EENG 710 | Robotics of Flexible Automation | 3 |
| EENG 720 | Modern Control Theory | 3 |
| MENG 606 | Advanced Dynamics | 3 |
| MENG 633 | Methods of Vibration Analysis | 3 |
| MENG 640 | Feedback Control of Dynamical Systems | 3 |
| Students will be required to maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 in all Ph.D. courses. A grade below a B- will result in the student repeating the course. | ||
Total Program Credits = 66A maximum of 18 credits may be transferred if the student has an M.S. degree in a related area, with approval of the program director. |
| Seminars | Credits: | |
| ENGR 610 | Introduction to Ph.D. Study in Engineering | 2 |
| ENGR 800 | Doctoral Seminar | 1 |
| Total: 3 Credits | ||
| Independent Research | Credits: | |
| ENGR 860 | Independent Research** | 1–9 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| ** Students can register for these courses multiple times with credits ranging from 1 to 9 to fulfill the total 30-credit requirement for research and dissertation. | ||
| Ph.D. Dissertation | Credits: | |
| ENGR 861 | Ph.D. Dissertation** | 1–9 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING (ECE) CONCENTRATIONFor Ph.D. students with a concentration in Electrical and Computer Engineering, 11 courses (33 credits) can be selected from the following areas: Signal Processing, Control and Intelligent Systems; Communications and Networking; Embedded Systems and Digital Design; Electromagnetics; and Electronic Circuits and Devices. |
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| Signal Processing, Control and Intelligent Systems | Credits: | |
| EENG 665 | Linear Systems | 3 |
| EENG 715 | Multivariable Control | 3 |
| EENG 720 | Modern Control Theory | 3 |
| EENG 751 | Signal Processing I | 3 |
| EENG 851 | Signal Processing II | 3 |
| CSCI 636 | Big Data Analytics | 3 |
| CSCI 755 | Artificial Intelligence I | 3 |
| MENG 640 | Feedback Control of Dynamical Systems | 3 |
| Communications and Networking | Credits: | |
| EENG 635 | Probability and Stochastic Processes | 3 |
| EENG 725 | Queuing Theory | 3 |
| EENG 726 | Fundamentals of Markov Processes | 3 |
| EENG 755 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| EENG 770 | Digital Communications | 3 |
| EENG 845 | Wireless Communications and Networks | 3 |
| Embedded Systems and Digital Design | Credits: | |
| EENG 641 | Computer Architecture I | 3 |
| EENG 650 | Medical Devices: An Embedded Systems Approach | 3 |
| EENG 741 | Computer Architecture II | 3 |
| CSCI 620 | Operating System Security | 3 |
| CSCI 651 | Algorithm Concepts | 3 |
| CSCI 711 | Operating Systems I | 3 |
| CSCI 765 | VLSI Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 840 | Software Design for Real-Time Systems | 3 |
| Electromagnetics | Credits: | |
| CSCI 645 | Numerical Analysis I | 3 |
| MENG 601 | Advanced Engineering Mathematics | 3 |
| MENG 602 | Computational Methods | 3 |
| EENG 670 | Electromagnetic Theory | 3 |
| EENG 760 | Antenna Theory and Wave Propagation | 3 |
| EENG 765 | Microwave Circuits | 3 |
| MENG 634 | Finite Element Analysis | 3 |
| Electronic Circuits and Devices | Credits: | |
| EENG 661 | Introduction to VLSI Design | 3 |
| EENG 830 | RF Electronic Circuits | 3 |
| EENG 730 | Nanotechnology | 3 |
| EENG 780 | Silicon Integrated Circuit Theory and Fabrication | 3 |
| MENG 642 | Sensors and Actuators | 3 |
| Students will be required to maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 in all Ph.D. courses. A grade below a B- will result in the student repeating the course. | ||
Total Program Credits = 66A maximum of 18 credits may be transferred if the student has an M.S. degree in a related area, with approval of the program director. |
| Biology | Credits: | |
| BIOL 110 | General Biology I | 4 |
| BIOL 150 | General Biology II | 4 |
| BIOL 310 | Human Physiology | 4 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| Chemistry | Credits: | |
| CHEM 110 | General Chemistry I | 4 |
| CHEM 215 | Bio-organic Chemistry | 4 |
| Total: 8 Credits | ||
| Mathematics | Credits: | |
| MATH 180 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 260 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 320 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Total: 11 Credits | ||
| Physics | Credits: | |
| PHYS 180 | General Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS 365 | Biomedical Physics | 3 |
| Total: 7 Credits | ||
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery | 2 |
| This course may be waived for students and transfers with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Required Engineering Courses | Credits: | |
| BIOE 201 | Introduction to Bioengineering | 3 |
| BIOE 315 | Introduction to Biomaterials | 3 |
| BIOE 301 | Biomedical Instrumentation and Design | 4 |
| BIOE 401 | Bioengineering Laboratory Principles | 1 |
| BIOE 402 | Introduction to Medical Imaging | 3 |
| BIOE 320 | Statistics for Bioengineers | 3 |
| BIOE 440 | Process Control in Biotechnology | 3 |
| EENG 125 | Fundamentals of Digital Logic | 3 |
| EENG 212 | Electrical Circuits I and Engineering Tools | 4 |
| EENG 270 | Introduction to Electronics Circuits | 3 |
| EENG 275 | Electronics Lab I | 1 |
| EENG 360 | Electronics Lab III | 1 |
| EENG 341 | Signals and Systems | 3 |
| EENG 371 | Microprocessors and Embedded Systems | 3 |
| EENG 403 | Electronics Lab IV | 1 |
| MENG 201 | Engineering Programming | 3 |
| MENG 211 | Engineering Mechanics I (Statics) | 3 |
| Total: 45 Credits | ||
| Senior Project | Credits: | |
| BIOE 489 | Senior Design Project I | 2 |
| BIOE 491 | Senior Design Project II | 2 |
| Total: 4 Credits | ||
| General/Liberal Arts Elective | Credits: | |
| Consult with advisor on all elective choices | 3 | |
| Bioengineering Elective | Credits: | |
| Choose from Electrical and Computer Engineering, Bioengineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Computer Science departments | 3 | |
| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 127 |
| Required Courses | Credits: | |
| MENG 211 | Engineering Mechanics (Statics) | 3 |
| MENG 221 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| CENG 340 | Structural Analysis and Design | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Electives (choose two courses from the following list) | Credits: | |
| CENG 260 | Civil Engineering Materials | 3 |
| CENG 310 | Steel Structures | 3 |
| CENG 312 | Concrete Structures | 3 |
| CENG 320 | Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Buildings | 3 |
| CENG 360 | Geotechnical Engineering | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Total Program Credits = 15 |
| Core Required Courses | Credits: | |
| CSCI 610 | Theoretic Concepts in Computers and Computation | 3 |
| CSCI 621 | Programming Languages | 3 |
| CSCI 651 | Algorithm Concepts | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Electives can be selected from the following list in the areas of: Computer Science; Cybersecurity; and Data Science. | ||
| Core Required Electives (choose nine) | Credits: | |
| CSCI 606 | Distributed Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 620 | Operating System Security | 3 |
| CSCI 626 | Information Retrieval | 3 |
| CSCI 636 | Big Data Analytics | 3 |
| CSCI 641 | Computer Architecture I | 3 |
| CSCI 645 | Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| CSCI 646 | Database Interface and Programming | 3 |
| CSCI 654 | Principles of Information Security | 3 |
| CSCI 655 | Automata Theory | 3 |
| CSCI 656 | Distributed Database Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 657 | Introduction to Data Mining | 3 |
| CSCI 665 | Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSCI 690 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CSCI 755 | Artificial Intelligence I | 3 |
| CSCI 760 | Database Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 790 | Advanced Software Engineering | 3 |
| INCS 615 | Advanced Network and Internet Security | 3 |
| INCS 618 | Computer Security Risk Management and Legal Issues | 3 |
| INCS 712 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
| INCS 741 | Cryptography | 3 |
| INCS 745 | Intrusion Detection and Hacker Exploits | 3 |
| INCS 775 | Data Center Security | 3 |
| DTSC 610 | Programming for Data Science | 3 |
| DTSC 615 | Optimization Methods for Data Science | 3 |
| DTSC 620 | Statistics for Data Science | 3 |
| DTSC 630 | Data Visualization | 3 |
| DTSC 635 | Probability and Stochastic Processes | 3 |
| DTSC 701 | Introduction to Big Data | 3 |
| DTSC 710 | Machine Learning | 3 |
| DTSC 740 | Deep Learning | 3 |
| DTSC 760 | Biometrics | 3 |
| Total: 27 Credits | ||
| ** Students can register for the courses below multiple times with credits ranging from 1 to 9 to fulfill the total 30-credit requirement for research and dissertation. | ||
| Independent Research | Credits: | |
| CSGR 860 | Independent Research** | 1–9 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| Ph.D. Dissertation | Credits: | |
| CSGR 861 | Ph.D. Dissertation** | 1–9 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| Students will be required to maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 in Ph.D. courses. A grade below a B- will result in the student repeating the course. | ||
Total Program Credits = 66A maximum of 18 credits can be transferred if the student has an M.S. degree in computer science or a related area, with approval of the program director. |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery3 | 2 |
| [3] All entering first-year students, transfer students with fewer than 31 credits earned, and students on probation are required to complete ETCS 105. | ||
| Construction Engineering | Credits: | |
| ARCH 472 | Construction Management Contracts | 3 |
| CENG 201 | Civil Engineering Graphics | 3 |
| CENG 260 | Civil Engineering Materials | 3 |
| CENG 301 | Surveying and Geomatics | 3 |
| CENG 310 | Steel Structures | 3 |
| CENG 312 | Concrete Structures | 3 |
| CENG 320 | Mechanical and Electrical Systems in Buildings | 3 |
| CENG 330 | Construction Equipment and Methods | 3 |
| CENG 340 | Structural Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CENG 360 | Geotechnical Engineering | 3 |
| CENG 380 | Fluid Mechanics and Hydraulics | 3 |
| CENG 410 | Construction Cost Estimation, Planning, and Control | 3 |
| CENG 470 | Construction Engineering Senior Design | 4 |
| MENG 211 | Engineering Mechanics I (Statics) | 3 |
| MENG 212 | Engineering Mechanics II (Dynamics) | 3 |
| MENG 221 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| Total: 49 Credits | ||
| Computer Science | Credits: | |
| MENG 201 | Engineering Programming | 3 |
| Engineering Management | Credits: | |
| IENG 240 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| IENG 245 | Statistical Design I | 3 |
| IENG 251 | Project Engineering | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Mathematics and Sciences Requirement | Credits: | |
| CHEM 107 | Engineering Chemistry I | 4 |
| MATH 180 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 260 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 320 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHYS 180 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Total: 19 Credits | ||
| Electives | Credits: | |
| Technology Electives4 | 6 | |
| STEM Elective5 | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts General Elective | 3 | |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
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[4] Choose six (6) credits of technical courses from CENG 300-level, CENG 400-level, MENG 300-level, MENG 400-level, IENG 300-level, IENG 400-level, ARCH 474, ARCH 475, or other courses with approval of the academic department chairperson.
[5] Choose between 300- or 400-level MATH or PHYS course, or 300-level and above CoECS course. |
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| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 124–126 |
| Seminars | Credits: | |
| ENGR 610 | Introduction to Ph.D. Study in Engineering | 2 |
| ENGR 800 | Doctoral Seminar | 1 |
| Total: 3 Credits | ||
| Independent Research | Credits: | |
| ENGR 860 | Independent Research** | 1–9 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| ** Students can register for these courses multiple times with credits ranging from 1 to 9 to fulfill the total 30-credit requirement for research and dissertation. | ||
| Ph.D. Dissertation | Credits: | |
| ENGR 861 | Ph.D. Dissertation** | 1–9 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
BIOENGINEERING (BIOE) CONCENTRATIONFor Ph.D. students with a concentration in Bioengineering, 11 courses (33 credits) can be selected from the following areas: Biostatistics; Biological Signal Processing/Data Mining and Control; Biomechanics/Biomaterials; and Instrumentation/Systems and Sensors/Bio-nanotechnology. |
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| Biostatistics | Credits: | |
| BIOE 610 | Engineering Principles in Cell Biology | 3 |
| BIOE 620 | Statistics for Biomedical Engineers | 3 |
| BIOE 635 | Probability & Stochastic Processes | 3 |
| BIOE 665 | Linear Systems | 3 |
| Biological Signal Processing/Data Mining and Control | Credits: | |
| BIOE 640 | Process Control in Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOE 660 | Digital Processing of Biological Signals | 3 |
| BIOE 666 | Biomedical Signals and Systems | 3 |
| BIOE 751 | Signal Processing I | 3 |
| BIOE 851 | Signal Processing II | 3 |
| CSCI 636 | Big Data Analytics | 3 |
| CSCI 755 | Artificial Intelligence I | 3 |
| Biomechanics/Biomaterials | Credits: | |
| MENG 622 | Biomechanics | 3 |
| MENG 634 | Finite Element Analysis | 3 |
| MENG 635 | Advanced Mechanics of Materials and Composites | 3 |
| Instrumentation/Systems and Sensors/Bio-nanotechnology | Credits: | |
| BIOE 650 | Medical Devices: An Embedded Systems Approach | 3 |
| BIOE 730 | Nanotechnology | 3 |
| CSCI 765 | VLSI Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 840 | Software Design for Real-Time Systems | 3 |
| EENG 780 | Silicon Integrated Circuit Theory and Fabrication | 3 |
| EENG 830 | RF Electronic Circuits | 3 |
| EENG 860 | Nano-Biotechnology | 3 |
| MENG 642 | Sensors and Actuators | 3 |
| Students will be required to maintain an overall GPA of 3.0 in Ph.D. courses. A grade below a B- will result in the student repeating the course. | ||
Total Program Credits = 66A maximum of 18 credits may be transferred if the student has an M.S. degree in a related area, with approval of the program director. |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery4 | 2 |
| [4] This course may be waived for students and transfers with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Electrical Technology | Credits: | |
| ETEC 110 | Electrical Technology I | 4 |
| ETEC 120 | Electrical Technology II | 4 |
| ETEC 131 | Electronics Technology I | 4 |
| ETEC 231 | Electronics Technology II | 4 |
| ETEC 310 | Communication Circuits | 4 |
| ETEC 325 | Applied Statistics | 3 |
| ETEC 410 | Control Systems Technology | 4 |
| ETEC 495 | Electrical Engineering Technology Senior Design | 3 |
| —OR— | ||
| CTEC 495 | Computer Technology Seminar Project | 3 |
| Total: 30 Credits | ||
| Computer Technology | Credits: | |
| CTEC 204 | Programming Techniques I | 3 |
| CTEC 208 | Programming Techniques II | 3 |
| CTEC 216 | Digital Electronics | 4 |
| CTEC 235 | Microcomputers I | 4 |
| CTEC 241 | Circuit Design and Fabrication | 4 |
| CTEC 243 | Applied Computational Analysis I | 3 |
| CTEC 247 | Applied Computational Analysis II | 3 |
| CTEC 336 | Embedded Systems and Internet of Things (IoT) | 4 |
| CTEC 350 | Microcontroller Based Systems | 3 |
| Total: 31 Credits | ||
| Electrical and Computer Technology Electives (choose three from the following5) | Credits: | |
| CTEC 315 | Mobile Application Design and Development | 3 |
| CTEC 430 | Digital Signal Processing | 3 |
| CTEC 460 | Computer Networking Technology | 3 |
| CTEC 471 | Internet Development | 3 |
| ETEC 422 | Wireless Communication Technology | 3 |
| ETEC 470 | Fiber-Optic Communication Technology | 3 |
| ETEC 490 | Special Topics | 3 |
| ETEC 491 | Special Topics II | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| [5] Other advanced ETEC/CTEC electives with the approval of the chairperson. | ||
| Engineering Management | Credits: | |
| IENG 240 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| IENG 251 | Project Engineering | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Mathematics and Physics | Credits: | |
| MATH 136 | Fundamentals of Precalculus II | 4 |
| MATH 161 | Basic Applied Calculus | 3 |
| PHYS 150 | Introductory Physics II | 3 |
| Total: 10 Credits | ||
| Electives | Credits: | |
| Liberal Arts or Science Elective | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Electives | 6 | |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Consult with advisor on all elective choices. | ||
| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 126–128 |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery3 | 2 |
| [3] This course may be waived for students and transfers with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Industrial Engineering | Credits: | |
| IENG 240 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| IENG 245 | Statistical Design I | 3 |
| IENG 251 | Project Engineering | 3 |
| IENG 345 | Statistical Design II | 3 |
| IENG 350 | Quality Control and Reliability | 3 |
| IENG 380 | Operations Research I | 3 |
| IENG 421 | Technology and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| IENG 450 | Systems Engineering and Analysis | 3 |
| IENG 475 | Industrial Engineering Design I | 3 |
| IENG 510 | Energy Management | 3 |
| IENG XXX | Industrial Engineering Electives4 | 6 |
| Total: 36 Credits | ||
| [4] Choose from IENG 3XX, IENG 4XX, IENG 5XX, ENGY 6XX, ENGY 7XX, or other courses approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Management5 | Credits: | |
| ACCT 101 | Accounting I | 3 |
| ECON 202 | Principles of Economics I | 3 |
| FINC 201 | Corporation Finance | 3 |
| MGMT 102 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGMT 370 | Organizational Behavior | 3 |
| MRKT 102 | Introduction to Marketing | 3 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| [5] All management electives and substitutions for any required management courses must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Mechanical Engineering | Credits: | |
| MENG 105 | Engineering Graphics | 1 |
| MENG 201 | Engineering Programming | 3 |
| MENG 310 | Introduction to Material Sciences | 3 |
| Total: 7 Credits | ||
| Mathematics and Physics | Credits: | |
| MATH 136 | Fundamentals of Precalculus II | 4 |
| MATH 161 | Basic Applied Calculus | 3 |
| PHYS 130 | Introductory Physics | 3 |
| PHYS 150 | Introductory Physics II | 3 |
| Total: 13 Credits | ||
| Electives | Credits: | |
| Liberal Arts Electives | 6 | |
| Technical Elective6 | 3 | |
| STEM Elective7 | 6 | |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
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[6] Technical electives may be advanced level mathematics and engineering courses, such as MENG 211, MENG 321, MATH 180, MATH 260, MATH 310, MATH 320, or other courses approved by the chair.
[7] STEM electives may be any PHYS, MATH, or course offered by the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences. |
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| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 123 |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery5 | 2 |
| [5] This course may be waived for students and transfers with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Mechanical Engineering | Credits: | |
| MENG 105 | Engineering Graphics | 1 |
| MENG 211 | Engineering Mechanics I (Statics) | 3 |
| MENG 212 | Engineering Mechanics II (Dynamics) | 3 |
| MENG 221 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| MENG 240 | Thermodynamics | 3 |
| MENG 310 | Introduction to Material Science | 3 |
| MENG 321 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Design | 3 |
| MENG 324 | Vibrations and System Dynamics | 3 |
| MENG 340 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MENG 349 | Heat Transfer | 3 |
| MENG 370 | Machine Design | 3 |
| MENG 438 | Engineering Analysis | 3 |
| MENG 470 | Senior Mechanical Engineering Design | 4 |
| Total: 38 Credits | ||
| Aerospace Engineering | Credits: | |
| AENG 410 | Aerodynamics | 3 |
| AENG 420 | High Speed Flows and Shock Waves | 3 |
| AENG 463 | Propulsion | 3 |
| AENG 466 | Aerospace Laboratory | 1 |
| —OR— | ||
| MENG 343 | Thermofluids Laboratory | 1 |
| AENG 490 | Flight Vehicle Design | 4 |
| Total: 14 Credits | ||
| Computer Science | Credits: | |
| MENG 201 | Engineering Programming | 3 |
| Total: 3 Credits | ||
| Electrical Engineering | Credits: | |
| EENG 211 | Electrical Circuits | 3 |
| EENG 275 | Electronics Laboratory | 1 |
| Total: 4 Credits | ||
| Engineering Management | Credits: | |
| IENG 240 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| IENG 245 | Statistical Design I | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Mathematics and Science Requirement4 | Credits: | |
| MATH 180 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 260 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 320 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHYS 180 | General Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS 225 | Introduction to Modern Physics | 3 |
| CHEM 107 | Engineering Chemistry | 4 |
| Total: 22 Credits | ||
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[4] M.E. students are permitted to register concurrently for Calculus I and Physics I, and Calculus II and Physics II. All students are required to take a mathematics placement examination prior to registration, and may have to take a developmental mathematics course (MATH 096, MATH 100, or MATH 101) before taking required mathematics courses. |
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| Electives | Credits: | |
| STEM Elective6 | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| [6] Choose between 300- or 400-level MATH or PHYS course, or 300-level and above CoECS course. | ||
| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 125–127 |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery4 | 2 |
| ETCS 108 | Computer, Internet, and Society | 3 |
| Total: 3–5 Credits | ||
| [4] This course may be waived for students and transfer students with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by department chairperson. | ||
| Computer Science | Credits: | |
| CSCI 125 | Computer Programming I | 3 |
| CSCI 135 | Digital Logic Design Fundamentals | 3 |
| CSCI 155 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 3 |
| CSCI 185 | Computer Programming II | 3 |
| CSCI 235 | Elements of Discrete Structures | 3 |
| CSCI 260 | Data Structures | 3 |
| CSCI 270 | Probability and Statistics for Computer Science | 3 |
| CSCI 300 | Database Management | 3 |
| CSCI 312 | Theory of Computation | 3 |
| CSCI 318 | Programming Language Concepts | 3 |
| CSCI 330 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 335 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms | 3 |
| CSCI 345 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CSCI 380 | Introduction to Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSCI 456 | Senior Project I | 2 |
| CSCI 457 | Senior Project II | 2 |
| Total: 46 Credits | ||
Concentration OptionsChoose one concentration: Network Security, Big Data Management and Analytics, or General Option. |
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| Network Security Concentration (choose four courses from the following) | Credits: | |
| CSCI 352 | Introduction to Network and Internet Security | 3 |
| CSCI 357 | CISCO Academy Level I | 3 |
| CSCI 440 | Advanced Network and Internet Security | 3 |
| CSCI 445 | Operating System Security | 3 |
| CSCI 460 | Special Topics I | 3 |
| CSCI 470 | Special Topics II | 3 |
| CSCI 354 | Principles of Information Security | 3 |
| CSCI 362 | Information System Security Engineering and Administration | 3 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| Big Data Management and Analytics Concentration (choose four courses from the following) | Credits: | |
| CSCI 401 | Database Interfaces and Programming | 3 |
| CSCI 405 | Distributed Database Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 415 | Introduction to Data Mining | 3 |
| CSCI 426 | Information Retrieval | 3 |
| CSCI 436 | Big Data Management and Analytics | 3 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| General Option | Credits: | |
| Select four CSCI/ITEC 300–400 level courses | 12 | |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| Mathematics | Credits: | |
| MATH 180 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 310 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| Total: 7 Credits | ||
| Sciences (choose one grouping of courses from PHYS, CHEM, or BIOL) | Credits: | |
| PHYS 170 | General Physics I (credits applied from General Education Curriculum above) | n/a |
| PHYS 180 | General Physics II | 4 |
| Life Science/Biology Elective | 3 | |
| —OR— | ||
| CHEM 110 | General Chemistry I (credits applied from General Education Curriculum above) | n/a |
| CHEM 150 | General Chemistry II | 4 |
| Physics Elective | 3 | |
| —OR— | ||
| BIOL 110 | General Biology I (credits applied from General Education Curriculum above) | n/a |
| BIOL 150 | General Biology II | 4 |
| Physics Elective | 3 | |
| Total: 7 Credits | ||
| Electives5 | Credits: | |
| Mathematics and Science Electives | 9 | |
| General Elective | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
| [5] All electives must be approved by the department. | ||
| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 122–124 |
| Fundamental Courses | Credits: | |
| CSCI 610 | Theoretical Concepts in Computers and Computation | 3 |
| CSCI 641 | Computer Architecture I | 3 |
| CSCI 651 | Algorithm Concepts | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| System Programming (select two courses from the following) | Credits: | |
| CSCI 620 | Operating System Security | 3 |
| CSCI 621 | Programming Languages | 3 |
| CSCI 731 | Compiler Theory I | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Application (select two courses from the following) | Credits: | |
| CSCI 665 | Software Engineering | 3 |
| CSCI 670 | Computer Graphics | 3 |
| CSCI 690 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CSCI 755 | Artificial Intelligence I | 3 |
| CSCI 760 | Database Systems | 3 |
| CSCI XXX | Any other graduate-level course approved by program chair/program advisor | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Project/Thesis Course** | Credits: | |
| CSCI XXX | Elective (Department Chair's permission and prior approval by a project advisor needed) | 3 |
| —OR— | ||
| CSCI 890 | MS Thesis I | 3 |
| CSCI 891 | MS Thesis II | 3 |
| Total: 3–6 Credits | ||
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** Thesis Option: must choose six credits Non-Thesis Option: must choose three credits |
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| Electives (select from the CS curriculum) | Credits: | |
| CSCI XXX | Consult with program chair/program advisor on any electives | |
| Total: 3–6 Credits | ||
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Thesis Option: must choose three credits of electives Non-Thesis Option: must choose six credits of electives |
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| Total Required Credits = 30 |
| Information, Network, and Cybersecurity | Credits: | |
| CSCI 620 | Operating System Security | 3 |
| CSCI 651 | Algorithm Concepts | 3 |
| INCS 618 | Computer Security Risk Management and Legal Issues | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Computer Security | Credits: | |
| INCS 615 | Advanced Network and Internet Security | 3 |
| INCS 741 | Cryptography | 3 |
| INCS 745 | Intrusion Detection and Hacker Exploits | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Thesis Track1 | Credits: | |
| INCS 890 | MS Thesis I2 | 3 |
| INCS 891 | MS Thesis II2 | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
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[1] Thesis track is not offered at the Vancouver campus. [2] Non-Thesis Track students do not take these courses. |
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| Electives | Credits: | |
| CSCI/INCS XXX | Any graduate course within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences approved by the chair/advisor3 | 6–12 |
| INCS 712 | Digital Forensics4 | 3 |
| INCS 775 | Data Center Security4 | 3 |
| Total: 6–12 Credits | ||
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[3] Thesis Track must choose six credits. Non-Thesis Track must choose 12 credits. [4] All Vancouver campus students are required to take these courses in place of six credits of electives. |
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| Total Required Credits = 30 |
| Required Courses | Credits: | |
| EENG 635 | Probability and Stochastic Processes | 3 |
| EENG 641 | Computer Architecture I | 3 |
| EENG 665 | Linear Systems | 3 |
| EENG 770 | Digital Communications | 3 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| Thesis Track | Credits: | |
| EENG 889 | MS Thesis I1 | 3 |
| EENG 891 | MS Thesis II1 | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| [1] Non-Thesis Track students do not take these courses. | ||
| Electrical/Computer Electives2 | Credits: | |
| EENG/CSCI/INCS XXX | Any graduate course within the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences approved by the chair/advisor3 | 12–18 |
| Total: 12–18 Credits | ||
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[2] Thesis Track take 12 credits. Non-Thesis Track take 18 credits. [3] No more than six credits can be taken from CSCI and INCS courses. |
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| Total Required Credits = 30 |
| Required Core Courses (for all Energy Management options) | Credits: | |
| ENGY 610 | Energy Management | 3 |
| ENGY 670 | Energy Technology in Perspective | 3 |
| ENGY 695 | Systems Engineering and Management | 3 |
| ENGY 710 | Power Plant Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 775 | Alternative Energy Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 890 | Practicum or Other Research | 3 |
| ENVT 601 | Introduction to Environmental Technology | 3 |
| Total: 21 Credits | ||
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Elective Courses Nine graduate credits chosen from ENGY, ENVT, and MBA courses. Recommended electives are below. Course selections must be approved by the Director of the Energy Management program. |
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| Facilities Management Electives | Credits: | |
| ENGY 615 | Energy Equipment Assessment | 3 |
| ENGY 620 | Facilities Operation and Maintenance | 3 |
| ENGY 625 | Facilities Management Seminar | 3 |
| ENGY 730 | Computer Applications for Energy Management | 3 |
| Power Systems Electives | Credits: | |
| ENGY 630 | Facility Security and Contingency Planning | 3 |
| ENGY 688 | Wind Energy Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 740 | Solar Energy Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 795 | Smart Grid Systems | 3 |
| General Electives | Credits: | |
| ENGY 718 | High-Performance Building Envelopes | 3 |
| ENVT 725 | Sustainability and the Environment | 3 |
| ENVT 730 | Geographical Information Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 830 | Internship Program | 3 |
| Total Required Elective Credits: 9 | ||
| Please Note: Not all courses are offered each term. Total Program Required Credits = 30 |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery4 | 2 |
| [4] This course may be waived for students and transfers with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Electrical Engineering | Credits: | |
| EENG 125 | Fundamentals of Digital Logic | 3 |
| EENG 212 | Electrical Circuits I and Engineering Tools | 4 |
| EENG 270 | Electronics I | 3 |
| EENG 275 | Electronics Laboratory I | 1 |
| EENG 281 | Electrical Circuits II | 3 |
| EENG 310 | Electronics II | 3 |
| EENG 315 | Electronics Laboratory II | 1 |
| EENG 320 | Control Systems | 3 |
| EENG 330 | Electromagnetic Theory I | 3 |
| EENG 341 | Signal and Systems | 3 |
| EENG 360 | Electronics Laboratory III | 1 |
| EENG 371 | Microprocessors and Embedded Systems | 3 |
| EENG 382 | Random Signals and Statistics | 3 |
| EENG 401 | Communication Theory | 3 |
| EENG 403 | Electronics Laboratory IV | 1 |
| EENG 489 | Design Project | 2 |
| EENG 491 | Senior Design Project | 2 |
| EENG/CSCI XXX | Electives5 | 6 |
| Total: 48 Credits | ||
| [5] All electives must be approved by the department. | ||
| Computer Science | Credits: | |
| CSCI 125 | Computer Programming I | 3 |
| CSCI 155 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 3 |
| CSCI 185 | Computer Programming II | 3 |
| CSCI 235 | Elements of Discrete Structures | 3 |
| CSCI 260 | Data Structures | 3 |
| CSCI 330 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| Mechanical Engineering | Credits: | |
| MENG 211 | Engineering Mechanics I (Statics) | 3 |
| Mathematics | Credits: | |
| MATH 180 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 260 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 310 | Linear Algebra | 3 |
| MATH 320 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| Total: 14 Credits | ||
| Physics | Credits: | |
| PHYS 170 | General Physics I | 4 |
| PHYS 180 | General Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS 225 | Intro to Modern Physics | 3 |
| Total: 11 Credits | ||
| Liberal Arts Electives | Credits: | |
| Consult with advisor on all elective choices | 3 | |
| STEM Elective | Credits: | |
| MATH, PHYS, or a course offered by the department. Choice must be approved by the department. | 3 | |
| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 132–134 |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery4 | 2 |
| [4] This course may be waived for students and transfers with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Mechanical Engineering | Credits: | |
| MENG 105 | Engineering Graphics | 1 |
| MENG 211 | Engineering Mechanics I (Statics) | 3 |
| MENG 212 | Engineering Mechanics II (Dynamics) | 3 |
| MENG 221 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| MENG 240 | Thermodynamics | 3 |
| MENG 310 | Introduction to Materials Science | 3 |
| MENG 320 | Materials Mechanics Laboratory | 1 |
| —OR— | ||
| MENG 343 | Thermofluids Laboratory | 1 |
| MENG 321 | Introduction to Computer-Aided Design | 3 |
| MENG 324 | Vibrations and System Dynamics | 3 |
| MENG 340 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| MENG 349 | Heat Transfer | 3 |
| MENG 370 | Machine Design | 3 |
| MENG 420 | Modern Manufacturing | 4 |
| MENG 438 | Engineering Analysis | 3 |
| MENG 470 | Senior Mechanical Engineering Design | 4 |
| Total: 43 Credits | ||
| Computer Science | Credits: | |
| MENG 201 | Engineering Programming | 3 |
| Total: 3 Credits | ||
| Design Requirements | Credits: | |
| MENG 450 | Mechatronic System Design | 4 |
| MENG 460 | Thermal System Design | 4 |
| Total: 8 Credits | ||
| Electrical Engineering | Credits: | |
| EENG 211 | Electrical Circuits I | 3 |
| EENG 275 | Electronics Laboratory | 1 |
| Total: 4 Credits | ||
| Engineering Management | Credits: | |
| IENG 240 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| IENG 245 | Statistical Design I | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Mathematics and Sciences | Credits: | |
| MATH 180 | Calculus II | 4 |
| MATH 260 | Calculus III | 4 |
| MATH 320 | Differential Equations | 3 |
| PHYS 180 | General Physics II | 4 |
| PHYS 225 | Introduction to Modern Physics | 3 |
| CHEM 107 | Engineering Chemistry I | 4 |
| Total: 22 Credits | ||
| Electives | Credits: | |
| Engineering Elective5 | 3 | |
| STEM Elective6 | 3 | |
| Liberal Arts Elective | 3 | |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
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[5] Choose from non-required AENG, IENG, MENG, or graduate MENG courses, with approval of the academic department chairperson.
[6] Choose between 300- or 400-level MATH or PHYS course, or 300-level and above CoECS course. |
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| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 127–129 |
| Required Courses | Credits: | |
| IENG 122 | Energy Science and Technology | 3 |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery | 2 |
| IENG 285 | Energy Technology Project | 3 |
| ETCS 365 | Engineering and Computing Sciences Internship | 1 |
| IENG 590 | Energy Policy, Economics, and Technology | 3 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| Elective Courses (choose one) | Credits: | |
| BIOL 107 | Environmental Sciences | 3 |
| PHYS 156 | Environmental and Energy Issues | 3 |
| ICSS 309 | Technology and Global Issues | 3 |
| IENG 510 | Energy Management | 3 |
| Total: 3 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 15 |
| Choose six of the following courses | Credits: | |
| ENGY 615 | Energy Equipment Assessment | 3 |
| ENGY 635 | Security Systems and Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 640 | Independent Guided Project | 3 |
| ENGY 670 | Energy Technology in Perspective | 3 |
| ENGY 688 | Wind Energy Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 695 | Systems Engineering and Management | 3 |
| ENGY 710 | Power Plant Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 715 | Energy-Efficient Lighting | 3 |
| ENGY 725 | Seminar in New Products and Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 730 | Computer Applications for Energy Management | 3 |
| ENGY 740 | Solar Energy Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 745 | Advanced Battery and Fuel Cell Technologies | 3 |
| ENGY 760 | Transportation Technology Seminar | 3 |
| ENGY 775 | Alternative Energy Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 795 | Smart Grid Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 820 | Automated Building Energy Control Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 850 | Advanced Topics Seminar | 3 |
| ENVT 601 | Introduction to Environmental Technology | 3 |
| ENVT 655 | Fundamentals of Air Pollution | 3 |
| ENVT 730 | Geographical Information Systems | 3 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| Choose six of the following courses | Credits: | |
| ENGY 610 | Energy Management | 3 |
| ENGY 615 | Energy Equipment Assessment | 3 |
| ENGY 620 | Facilities Operation and Maintenance | 3 |
| ENGY 625 | Facilities Management Seminar | 3 |
| ENGY 630 | Facility Security and Contingency Planning | 3 |
| ENGY 635 | Security Systems and Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 640 | Independent Guided Project | 3 |
| ENGY 681 | Environmental Safety in Health Facilities | 3 |
| ENGY 682 | Health Facilities Management Project | 3 |
| ENGY 710 | Power Plant Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 715 | Energy-Efficient Lighting | 3 |
| ENGY 725 | Seminar in New Products and Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 730 | Computer Applications for Energy Management | 3 |
| ENGY 820 | Automated Building Energy Control Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 840 | Energy Conservation Analysis | 3 |
| ENGY 850 | Advanced Topics Seminar | 3 |
| ENVT 715 | Pollution Prevention and Waste Minimization | 3 |
| ENVT 720 | Environmental Audits and Monitoring | 3 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| Choose three Environmental Management courses (ENGY or OHSE) | Credits: | |
| ENGY 640 | Independent Guided Project | 3 |
| ENGY 660 | Environmental Policy Seminar | 3 |
| ENGY 681 | Environmental Safety in Health Facilities | 3 |
| ENGY 740 | Solar Energy Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 750 | Energy and Environmental Law | 3 |
| ENGY 760 | Transportation Technology Seminar | 3 |
| ENGY 775 | Alternative Energy Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 850 | Advanced Topics Seminar | 3 |
| OHSE 601 | Safety Management Systems | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Choose three Environmental Technology courses (ENVT or OHSE) | Credits: | |
| ENVT 601 | Introduction to Environmental Technology | 3 |
| ENVT 605 | Hydrology and Groundwater Contamination | 3 |
| ENVT 620 | Introduction to Waste Management | 3 |
| ENVT 650 | Hazardous Waste Operations | 3 |
| ENVT 655 | Fundamentals of Air Pollution | 3 |
| ENVT 720 | Environmental Audits and Monitoring | 3 |
| ENVT 730 | Geographical Information Systems | 3 |
| ENVT 750 | Environmental Risk Assessment | 3 |
| OHSE 650 | Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health | 3 |
| OHSE 701 | Emergency Response Management | 3 |
| OHSE 750 | Training, Education, and Communication for Safety Engineers | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Total Program Credits = 18 |
| Choose six of the following courses | Credits: | |
| ENGY 620 | Facilities Operation and Maintenance | 3 |
| ENGY 625 | Facilities Management Seminar | 3 |
| ENGY 630 | Facility Security and Contingency Planning | 3 |
| ENGY 635 | Security Systems and Technology | 3 |
| ENGY 710 | Power Plant Systems | 3 |
| ENGY 785 | Systems Adaptability and Resiliency Planning | 3 |
| ENGY 795 | Smart Grid Systems | 3 |
| ENVT 650 | Hazardous Waste Operations | 3 |
| ENVT 720 | Environmental Audits and Monitoring | 3 |
| ENVT 730 | Geographical Information Systems | 3 |
| ENVT 750 | Environmental Risk Assessment | 3 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| Required Courses | Credits: | |
| MENG 601 | Advanced Engineering Mathematics | 3 |
| MENG 603 | Advanced Thermodynamics | 3 |
| MENG 604 | Fluid Dynamics | 3 |
| MENG 634 | Finite Element Analysis | 3 |
| MENG 640 | Feedback Control of Dynamical Systems | 3 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
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Students must choose one of two tracks: Thesis Option or Non-Thesis Option |
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| Option 1: Thesis | Credits: | |
| Engineering Electives | Graduate-level (above 600) electives1 | 9 |
| MENG 660 | Mechanical Engineering Research2 | 3 |
| MENG 661 | Mechanical Engineering Thesis3 | 3 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
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[1] A minimum of three graduate-level (above 600) elective credits in Mechanical Engineering must be taken, and up to six credits of electives may be taken from other engineering departments, with the approval of the Mechanical Engineering department chair. [2] Complete a research project under the supervision of a faculty member. The student must submit a project report to their project advisor. [3] The student must present and defend a written thesis that must be approved by the thesis advisor and the thesis committee. A formal written thesis will be archived in the university library. All master's theses must strictly adhere to the Master's Thesis Policies and Guidelines published by NYIT College of Engineering and Computing Sciences. Within the thesis option, the student must choose an advisor to concentrate on one of the following four specific areas: Design and Solid Mechanics, Energy and Thermal Science, Mechatronics, or Biomedical Devices. |
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| Option 2: Non-Thesis | Credits: | |
| Engineering Electives | Graduate-level (above 600) electives4 | 12 |
| MENG 660 | Mechanical Engineering Research5 | 3 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
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[4] A minimum of six graduate-level (above 600) elective credits in Mechanical Engineering must be taken, and up to six credits of electives may be taken from other engineering departments, with the approval of the Mechanical Engineering department chair. [5] Working on a research project with a faculty member, the student must submit a project report to their project advisor. A passing grade on the course will depend on a satisfactory performance as determined by the student's project advisor. |
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| Total Required Credits = 30 |
| Core Requirements | Credits: | |
| BIOE 610 | Engineering Principles in Cell Biology | 3 |
| BIOE 620 | Statistics for Biomedical Engineers | 3 |
| BIOE 650 | Medical Devices | 3 |
| BIOE 651 | Biomedical Signals and Systems | 3 |
| SBES 710 | Technology Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| BIOE 751 | Signal Processing I | 3 |
| Total: 18 Credits | ||
| Select two (2) courses from the following: | Credits: | |
| BIOE 622 | Biomechanics* | 3 |
| BIOE 640 | Process Control in Biotechnology | 3 |
| BIOE 642 | Sensors and Actuators* | 3 |
| BIOE 660 | Digital Processing of Biological Signals | 3 |
| BIOE 730 | Nanotechnology | 3 |
| BIOE 860 | Special Topics | 3 |
| EENG 780 | Silicon Integrated Circuit Theory and Fabrication* | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
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* These courses are cross-listed with other departments:
EENG 780/BIOE 780 Silicon Integrated Circuit Theory and Fabrication BIOE 622/MENG 622 Biomechanics BIOE 642/MENG 642 Sensors and actuators |
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| Capstone Project** | Credits: | |
| BIOE 870 | Design Project I | 3 |
| BIOE 880 | Design Project II | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Thesis Track** | Credits: | |
| BIOE 890 | M.S. Thesis I | 3 |
| BIOE 891 | M.S. Thesis II | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
** Students must choose either Thesis Track or Capstone Project. |
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| Total Program Credits = 30 |
| Fundamental Courses | Credits: | |
| DTSC 610 | Programming for Data Science | 3 |
| DTSC 615 | Optimization Methods for Data Science | 3 |
| DTSC 620 | Statistics for Data Science | 3 |
| DTSC 701 | Introduction to Big Data | 3 |
| DTSC 710 | Machine Learning | 3 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
| Students must choose either Thesis Track or Non-Thesis/Project Track (below) | ||
| Thesis Track | Credits: | |
| DTSC 890 | MS Thesis I | 3 |
| DTSC 891 | MS Thesis II | 3 |
| ELECTIVES | Consult with program chair/program advisor on any electives. | 9 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
| Non-Thesis/Project Track | Credits: | |
| DTSC 870 | MS Project I | 3 |
| ELECTIVES | Consult with program chair/program advisor on any electives. | 12 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 30 |
| Required Courses | Credits: | |
| IENG 421 | Technology Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| SBES 310 | Small Business and Entrepreneurial Creation | 3 |
| IENG/MGMT 423 | Technology Entrepreneurship: Seminar | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Electives (Choose Two) | Credits: | |
| ACCT 101 | Accounting1, 2 | 3 |
| ARTC 260 | Introduction to 3-D Modeling and Animation | 3 |
| BUSI 405 | Business Research and Innovation2 | 3 |
| CSCI 125 | Computer Programming I3 | 3 |
| FINC 201 | Corporation Finance1, 2 | 3 |
| FINC 320 | Advanced Financial Management2 | 3 |
| IENG 240 | Engineering Economics | 3 |
| IENG 251 | Project Engineering | 3 |
| IENG 426 | Technology Entrepreneurship Internship or Practicum | 3 |
| ITEC 315 | Mobile Applications Design and Development | 3 |
| MIST 442 | Blockchain Applications2 | 3 |
| MRKT 102 | Introduction to Marketing1, 2 | 3 |
| MRKT 422 | Marketing of New Products and Transformative Innovation2 | 3 |
| MRKT 430 | Digital Marketing2 | 3 |
| MRKT 421 | Marketing Analytics2 | 3 |
| SBES 420 | Entrepreneurial Technology and Innovation Management2 | 3 |
| SBES 460 | Business Plan Development Capstone2 | 3 |
| TEVE 240 | Video Editing | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
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1 Students in the B.S. in Business Administration program may not count any of these courses toward the Minor in Technology Entrepreneurship.
2 Students who are not candidates for a B.S. in Business Administration must take at least one of these business courses. 3 Students in the College of Engineering and Computing Sciences may not count this course toward the Minor in Technology Entrepreneurship. |
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| Total Program Credits = 15 |
| Required Courses | Credits: | |
| CSCI 202 | Introduction to Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| PHIL 315 | AI Ethics and Societal Impact | 3 |
| Total: 6 Credits | ||
| Substitutions with courses taken in the student's major are allowed with permission of the chair. | ||
| Elective Courses (select three) | Credits: | |
| ARCH 326 | Foundations of Generative Artificial Intelligence and Creativity | 3 |
| ARCH 328 | Generative Artificial Intelligence, Design, and Fabrications | 3 |
| BUSI 320 | Data Visualization and Interpretation with AI integration | 3 |
| BUSI 420 | Business Intelligence and AI for Decision Making | 3 |
| BUSI 421 | Optimization and Process Analytics | 3 |
| CSCI 316 | Machine Learning and Data Mining Applications | 3 |
| CSCI 317 | Introduction to Generative AI and Large Language Models | 3 |
| HSCI 315 | AI in Healthcare | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| Total Program Required Credits = 15 |
| Engineering Technology | Credits: | |
| ETCS 105 | Career Discovery3 | 2 |
| ETCS 108 | Computer, Internet, and Society | 3 |
| Total: 3–5 Credits | ||
| [3] This course may be waived for students and transfers with sophomore or higher status. All course substitutions must be approved by the department chairperson. | ||
| Computer Science | Credits: | |
| CSCI 125 | Computer Programming I | 3 |
| CSCI 155 | Computer Organization and Architecture | 3 |
| CSCI 185 | Computer Programming II | 3 |
| CSCI 235 | Elements of Discrete Structures | 3 |
| CSCI 260 | Data Structures | 3 |
| CSCI 330 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 345 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| Total: 21 Credits | ||
| Information Technology | Credits: | |
| ITEC 251 | Applied Discrete Structures I | 3 |
| ITEC 290 | Database Systems | 3 |
| ITEC 305 | Internet Programming I | 3 |
| ITEC 320 | Web-based Multimedia Development I | 3 |
| ITEC 357 | Cisco Academy Level 1 | 3 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
Professional Options (choose one of the following below): Information and Network Security Option or General Option |
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| Information and Network Security Option (choose three courses) | Credits: | |
| ITEC 365 | Secure Programming | 3 |
| ITEC 310 | Introduction to Network and Internet Security | 3 |
| ITEC 440 | Advanced Network and Internet Security | 3 |
| ITEC 445 | Operating System Security | 3 |
| ITEC 450 | Seminar Project | 3 |
| ITEC 460 | Topics in Information Technology | 3 |
| ITEC XXX | Elective | 3 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| General Option (choose three courses) | Credits: | |
| CSCI/ITEC XXX | Electives4 | 9 |
| Total: 9 Credits | ||
| [4] Electives must be 300- or 400-level CSCI/ITEC courses that are approved by the department. | ||
| Engineering Management | Credits: | |
| IENG 251 | Project Engineering | 3 |
| Management | Credits: | |
| MGMT 421 | Cyber Law, Policy, and Ethics | 3 |
| Electives | Credits: | |
| General Electives | 12 | |
| Liberal Arts Electives | 6 | |
| Mathematics Elective | 3 | |
| Science Elective | 3 | |
| Science and Technology Electives5 | 12 | |
| Total: 36 Credits | ||
| [5] Science and Technology Electives can be any PHYS, MATH, or any other courses offered by CoECS. | ||
| Co-op Option (students take both courses) | Credits: | |
| ETCS 300 | Foundations for Success in CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| ETCS 301 | CoECS Co-op | 0 |
| Total: 0 Credits | ||
| Total Required Credits = 120–122 |
| Occupational Health and Safety | Credits: | |
| OHSE 601 | Safety Management Systems | 3 |
| OHSE 650 | Industrial Hygiene and Occupational Health | 3 |
| OHSE 670 | Prevention Through Design | 3 |
| OHSE 701 | Emergency Response Management | 3 |
| OHSE 750 | Training, Education, and Communication for Safety Engineers | 3 |
| Total: 15 Credits | ||
| Environmental Technology | Credits: | |
| ENVT 620 | Introduction to Waste Management | 3 |
| ENVT 705 | Environmental Toxicology | 3 |
| ENVT 750 | Environmental Risk Assessment | 3 |
| ENVT 780 | Environmental Research and Statistics1 | 3 |
| Total: 12 Credits | ||
| [1] DTSC 610 Programming for Data Science may be substituted. | ||
| Capstone Project | Credits: | |
| OHSE 801 | Capstone/Project | 3 |
| Permission from chair required to register. | ||
| Total Program Required Credits = 30 |