Aerospace Engineering MS

The Aerospace Engineering MS program equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary to take on leadership roles in the aerospace industry and associated sectors. The program covers a wide range of applications in aeronautics and astronautics, encompassing subsonic and supersonic aircraft, satellites, space shuttles, space stations, and more. Additionally, students delve into aerospace-related component development, including the design of structures, devices, and instruments and vehicle and propulsion system design.

Thesis Option

Required Core (24-27 credits)

Select 8 to 9 courses from:

All graduate level courses in Aerospace Engineering (MAE).
All graduate level courses in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS).
Graduate level courses from Biology (BIO), Chemistry (CHE), Physics (PHY) or Mathematics (MTH).
Limit of of 9 credits from outside of MAE.

Culminating Experience: Thesis (3-6 credits)

MAE 560TUT - Masters Research Guidance Credits: 1 - 6

Total Credit Hours: 30

3.0 Degree GPA required

Project Option

Required Core (27 credits)

Select 9 courses from:

All graduate level courses in Aerospace Engineering (MAE).
All graduate level courses in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS).
Graduate level courses from Biology (BIO), Chemistry (CHE), Physics (PHY) or Mathematics (MTH).
Limit of of 9 credits from outside of MAE.

Culminating Experience: Project (3 credits)

MAE 560TUT - Masters Research Guidance Credits: 1 - 6

Total Credit Hours: 30

3.0 Degree GPA required

Portfolio Option

Required Core (30 credits)

Select 10 courses from:

All graduate level courses in Aerospace Engineering (MAE).
All graduate level courses in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS).
Graduate level courses from Biology (BIO), Chemistry (CHE), Physics (PHY) or Mathematics (MTH).
Limit of of 9 credits from outside of MAE.

Culminating Experience: Portfolio (0 credits)

Total Credit Hours: 30

3.0 Degree GPA required

Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)

1) Being ready to demonstrate domain expertise with aerospace engineering methods and tools.

2) Being ready to effectively communicate with colleagues, co-employees, and clients.

3) Being ready to act ethically and responsibly both individually and in teams.

4) Demonstrate an ability to conduct professional practice

5) MS-Project/Thesis Only: Ability to create work suitable for publication in a peer-reviewed journal or conference.

SED Statement

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