The Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (MSME) provides advanced study, preparing students for a wide range of careers including the following industries: aerospace, automotive, robotic and unmanned systems, energy systems, and biomedical systems. The program has three tracks; a broad track in Mechanical Systems designed to allow students to create a customized plan of study, a focused track in High Performance Vehicles, and a focused track in Robotic Systems. Students in the Mechanical Systems track may choose to participate in a thesis or non-thesis program. Students in the High Performance Vehicle track or the Robotic Systems track will complete a two semester group research project. Each option requires a total of 30 credit hours. Students are required to submit a plan of study during their first semester in the graduate program, and course selections and changes must be approved by the graduate program coordinator. Candidates in any track can continue on to doctoral studies.