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Online Master of Science in Engineering

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Targeted — Focus your education on one of seven specializations:

• Bioengineering

• Chemical Engineering

• Data Science

• Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

• Environmental Engineering Systems (Water)

• Materials at the Nanoscale

• Mechanical Engineering

Expedited — Earn a respected engineering degree in as few as 13 months.

Relevant — Get an advanced education in a rapidly growing global industry.

Convenient — Enjoy the flexibility of 100% online coursework, with no residency requirement and three start dates to choose from.

The online Master of Science in Engineering is designed to transform engineers into the innovative, globally conscious leaders who will shape the 21st century engineering landscape. Our program exceeds the scope of a typical Master of Engineering Management program by supplementing advanced management coursework with a focused exploration of high-level engineering skills.

Our faculty of experienced professionals provides real-world perspective that you can apply to on-the-job challenges, while the freedom to choose one of seven specializations solidifies an educational experience that can help you thrive in your area of expertise.

Set the Standard for Engineering Leadership

AT A GLANCE:

The online Master of Science in Engineering is a comprehensive engineering program that encompasses both leadership strategy and technical skills. Coursework includes 16 credits of core engineering classes, plus 16 credits within your specialization, helping you tailor the program to your area of expertise. To accommodate busy professionals, the online Master of Science in Engineering does not include a required residency. Instead, students participate in 4 one-credit capstone courses throughout the program, providing a rich learning experience that comes with maximum flexibility.

Course Prefix Course NameCredit

HoursSpecializations

ENGR 200 Engineering in the Global Environment 4 Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò

ENGR 201 Technology Innovation and Strategy for Engineers 4 Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò

ENGR 202 Introduction to Systems Engineering 4 Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò

ENGR 203 Principles of Engineering Management 4 Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò Ò

BIEN 223 Engineering Analysis of Physiological Systems 4 Ò

BIEN 224 Cellular and Molecular Engineering 4 Ò

BIEN 249 Integration of Computational and Experimental Biology 4 Ò

BIEN 264 Biotransport Phenomena 4 Ò

MSE 210 Crystal Structure and Bonding 4 Ò

MSE 248 Nanoscale Science and Engineering 4 Ò

MSE 201 Thermodynamic Foundation in Materials 4 Ò

MSE 238 Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems 4 Ò

CEE 200 Advanced Engineering Computation 4 Ò

CEE 202 Transport Phenomena 4 Ò

CEE 204 Advanced Kinetics and Reactor Design 4 Ò

CEE 206 Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 4 Ò

CEE 241 Water Chemistry in Natural and Engineered Systems 4 Ò

CEE 225 Physical and Chemical Separation Processes 4 Ò

CEE 226 Biological Treatment Processes 4 Ò

CEE 243 Advanced Treatment Technologies 4 Ò

Specializations

Bioengineering

Chemical Engineering

Data Science

Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Environmental Engineering (Water)

Materials at the Nanoscale

Mechanical Engineering

Curriculum

* Curriculum is subject to change

** Students who are in the Electrical Engineering specialization should choose four of the five ENGR courses listed, ENGR 160 and three of the four core ENGR courses: 200, 201, 202, 203.

*** Students who are in the Data Science specialization should choose four of the nine Data Science options listed.

Course Prefix Course NameCredit

HoursSpecializations

PHYS 222 Data Visualization & Big Data Tools 4 Ò

PHYS 243 Foundation of Applied Machine Learning 4 Ò

PHYS 244 Application of Visualization in Data Science 4 Ò

STAT 206 Statistical Computing 4 Ò

STAT 208 Statistical Mining Methods 4 Ò

CS 229 Machine Learning 4 Ò

CS 235 Data Mining Techniques 4 Ò

CS 236 Database Management Systems 4 Ò

CS 242 Information Retrieval & Web Search 4 Ò

EE 240 Pattern Recognition 4 Ò

EE 241 Advanced Digital Image Processing 4 Ò

EE 243 Advanced Computer Vision 4 Ò

STAT 206 Statistical Computing 4 Ò

STAT 208 Statistical Mining Methods 4 Ò

PHYS 243 Foundations of Applied Machine Learning 4 Ò

PHYS 244 Application of Visualization in Data Science 4 Ò

ENGR 160 Intro to Engineering Optimization Techniques 4 Ò

EE 155 Power Systems Analysis 4 Ò

EE 123 Power Electronics 4 Ò

EE 153 Electric Drives 4 Ò

EE 232 Introduction to Smart Grid 4 Ò

EE 218 Power System Steady State and Market Analysis 4 Ò

ME 203 Design and Analysis of Engineering Experiments 4 Ò

ME 270 Introduction to Microelectrical Systems 4 Ò

ME 272 Nanoscale Science and Engineering 4 Ò

ME 274 Plasma-aided Manufacturing and Materials Processing 4 Ò

ME 223 Secure and Reliable Control Systems 4 Ò

ME 210 Sustainable Product Design 4 Ò

ME 240 Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics 4 Ò

ENGR 296

A, B, C, DProject Design Course A, B, C, D

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Curriculum(cont.)

* Curriculum is subject to change ** Students who are in the Electrical Engineering specialization should choose four of the five EE courses listed, ENGR 160 and three of the four core ENGR courses: 200, 201, 202, 203.

*** Students who are in the Data Science specialization should choose four of the twelve Data Science options listed.

Specializations

Bioengineering

Chemical Engineering

Data Science

Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Environmental Engineering (Water)

Materials at the Nanoscale

Mechanical Engineering

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Specializations BIOENGINEERINGBecome an expert in bioengineering (biomedical engineering) and learn to use engineering principles to advance population health. Students will explore engineering at the physiological, cellular and molecular levels to build a functional expertise that can be applied in a multitude of health-related settings.

CHEMICAL ENGINEERINGAdvance your understanding of chemical engineering and its utilization toward improving health care, energy availability, chemicals, materials and public safety. Students will study topics such as engineering computation, transport phenomena, advanced kinetics and reactor design, and advanced chemical engineering thermodynamics.

DATA SCIENCEPrepare yourself to become a leader in the growing field of data analysis. This program can teach you to distill valuable insights from sizable amounts of data. Coursework is designed to allow graduates to develop efficient techniques to identify, analyze and visualize hidden patterns within data groups to extract critical information.

ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING (POWER SYSTEMS)Fortify your background in electrical engineering with a deep dive into the world of power systems. This specialization addresses the systems, processes and technology that power our world, including power electronics, optimization techniques and smart grid technology.

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING SYSTEMS (WATER)Explore the science and engineering principles that are essential to providing clean water and improving the natural environment. This specialization incorporates elements of water treatment and chemistry, covering topics such as water systems fundamentals and physical and chemical separation.

MATERIALS AT THE NANOSCALEDiscover the practices, processes and applications that make up the complex world of nanotechnology. Students will examine the latest research and trends pertaining to the design, synthesis and processing of nanostructured materials, while exploring topics such as crystal structure and microelectromechanical systems.

MECHANICAL ENGINEERINGDevelop your expertise in the design, production and operation of machinery and tools. Mechanical engineering students will explore elements of physics and material science, focusing on relevant topics such as sustainable design, control systems and the practical use of gaseous plasmas.

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THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, RIVERSIDEOne of the 10 universities that make up the prestigious University of California system, UC Riverside takes great pride in its reputation as a premier research institution, with $115 million in annual research funding. We are a pillar of academic diversity, attracting innovative minds from all demographics and walks of life.

MARLAN AND ROSEMARY BOURNS COLLEGE OF ENGINEERINGThe Marlan and Rosemary Bourns College of Engineering at the University of California, Riverside has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the top public engineering college of its size in the nation. We are a leader in engineering research, receiving more than $30 million for sponsored research annually.

RANKINGS AND ACCREDITATIONThe University of California, Riverside has been recognized by a number of academic publications for a variety of different programs and attributes. In 2015, Leiden Ranking named UC Riverside No. 17 in the world for physical sciences and engineering. In its most recent graduate school rankings, U.S. News & World Report counted UC Riverside among the top 33 percent of engineering schools in the nation.

The University of California, Riverside is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).Regional accreditation assures students that UC Riverside meets the highest standards in terms of learning opportunities and a commitment to self-improvement.

MILITARY FRIENDLYVictory Media selected UC Riverside as a “Military Friendly School” for 2017, acknowledging our longstanding commitment to providing educational opportunities for transitioning veterans. The list recognizes only the top 20 percent of colleges, universities and trade schools that are doing the most to assist U.S. military service members and veterans as students.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSThe following criteria are considered during the admission process for the M.S. in Engineering program:

• A bachelor’s degree in science, technology, engineering, mathematics or related field from a regionally accredited institution

• Official transcripts

• GPA

• GRE/FE scores

• TOEFL or IELTS scores (for international applicants)

• Reference letters