Engineering Science MS: Robotics Focus

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The Engineering Science MS with a course focus in Robotics, offers an interdisciplinary curriculum designed to provide students with comprehensive training in robotics and automation. This program aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge necessary for a wide range of employment opportunities in the electronic and computer industries. Additionally, it serves as a solid foundation for those considering further education at the doctoral level.

The courses offered in this program cover various areas of robotics, including robotic integration, motion control development, electromechanical system design, device/sensor development, automation platforms, and artificial intelligence (AI). By engaging with these topics, students gain practical expertise and theoretical understanding of robotics, preparing them for the challenges and advancements in the industry.

Required Core (18 credits)

CSE 568LEC - Robotics Algorithms Credits: 3
CSE 573LEC - Introduction to Computer Vision and Image Processing Credits: 3
CSE 574LEC - Introduction to Machine Learning Credits: 3
MAE 593LEC - Robotics I Credits: 3
EAS 502LEC - Introduction to Probability Theory for Data Science Credits: 3
or
MAE 567LEC - Vibration & Shock 1 Credits: 3
MAE 543LR - Continuous Control System Credits: 3
or
EAS 596LEC - Special Topics Credits: 3
EAS 596 Course Topic: Special Topics- Cntrl Robotics Systems

Electives & Culminating Experience (12 credits)

Electives (6-12 credits)

Number of elective credits may vary depending on choice made to complete the culminating experience. Be sure to complete enough elective credit to reach 30 minimum total credit hours.

CSE 531LEC - Analysis of Algorithms I Credits: 3
CSE 546LEC - Reinforcement Learning Credits: 3
CSE 555LEC - Introduction to Pattern Recognition Credits: 3
CSE 668LEC - Advanced Robotics Credits: 3
CSE 674LEC - Advanced Machine Learning Credits: 3
CSE 676LEC - Deep Learning Credits: 3
EE 513LLB - Communication Electronics Credits: 3
EE 515LEC - Microelectromech Systems Credits: 3
EE 519LEC - Industrial Control Systems Credits: 3
EE 526LEC - Wearable and Implantable Sensors Credits: 3
EE 531LEC - Prob & Stoc Procs for Eng Credits: 3
EE 536LLB - Antennas and Propagation Credits: 3
EE 567LEC - Power Electronics Credits: 3
EE 701LLB - Special Topics Credits: 3
IE 506LEC - Computer-Integrated Manuf Credits: 3
MAE 520LEC - Musculoskeletal Biomechan Credits: 3
MAE 525LEC - Space Dyn & Cntrl Credits: 3
MAE 544LAB - Digital Control Systems Credits: 3
MAE 554LEC - Road Vehicle Dynamics Credits: 3
MAE 562LR - Analytical Dynamics Credits: 3
MAE 564LLB - Manufacturing Automation Credits: 3
MAE 566LEC - System Identification Credits: 3
MAE 571LEC - Systems Analysis Credits: 3
MAE 576LEC - Mechatronics Credits: 3
MAE 577LLB - Cad Applications Credits: 3
MAE 578LEC - Cardiovascular Biomechans Credits: 3
MAE 584LEC - Nano/Microtechnologies for (bio)MEMS Credits: 3
MAE 594LEC - Robotics II: Collaborative Robotics Credits: 3
MAE 670LEC - Nonlinear Control Credits: 3
MAE 672LEC - Optimal Control Systems Credits: 3
MAE 680LEC - Stochastic Filtering and Control Theory Credits: 3
EAS 595LEC - Special Topics Credits: 3
CSE 673LEC - Computational Vision Credits: 3
EE 516LEC - Introduction to DSP Credits: 3
EE 520LEC - Quantum Computing and Devices Credits: 3
MAE 502LEC - Special Topics Credits: 3
MAE 527LEC - Special Topics Credits: 3
MAE 550LEC - Optimizat in Engrg Design Credits: 3

Culminating Experience: Exam, Project or Thesis (0-6 credits)

EAS 561TUT - Robotics Project Credits: 1 - 3
EAS 562TUT - Robotics MS Thesis Guidance Credits: 1 - 6

Total Credit Hours: 30

3.0 Degree GPA required

Instruction Method

In Person (100 percent of courses offered in person)

Full/Part Time Options

Full Time
Part Time

Credits Required

30 Hours

Time-To-Degree

1 to 2 Years

Application Fee

$85

Program Contact

School of Engineering and Applied Sciences
Office of Graduate Education
415 Bonner Hall
Buffalo, NY 14260
Email: gradeng@buffalo.edu

SED Statement

This program is officially registered with the New York State Education Department (SED).

Online programs/courses may require students to come to campus on occasion. Time-to-degree and number of credit hours may vary based on full/part time status, degree, track and/or certification option chosen. Time-to-degree is based on calendar year(s). Contact the department for details.