In-person and online
Full time or part time
Two years (full time);
Three years (part time)
The M.S. in mechanical engineering degree provides two transcripted specializations and offers the technical depth and breadth required for engineers to lead organizations and develop impactful technical solutions in a wide range of industries.
Focus on the design, analysis and optimization of systems that exhibit dynamic behavior.
Design and analyze systems such as engines, HVAC systems, turbines and renewable energy solutions.
Learn how digital twins enable real-time virtual modeling of physical systems, enhancing design, simulation, monitoring and optimization processes.
Study advancing energy and sustainability through research in storage, renewables and decarbonization.
Innovate in product development, enhance material performance, and/or lead advancements in manufacturing technology.
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Lyle students with a master’s in mechanical engineering are highly sought after and consistently secure positions at leading companies and organizations in private and public sectors.
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ME 7357
Students learn the tools for nanoscale fabrication, characterization and manipulation as well as the production, isolation and purification of biomaterials and biomolecules.
ME 7388
Equips students to design and implement artificial intelligence and machine-learning solutions for improving the efficiency, reliability and sustainability of energy systems.
Grow as an engineer with collectives that promote leadership, innovation and entrepreneurship.
Get practical experience to develop industry skills, build a professional network and gain valuable insights. Internships can open doors to future opportunities and contribute to long-term career success.
Explore interests, develop leadership skills and connect with like-minded peers.
Apply your classroom knowledge to real-world issues while making a positive impact.
Participate in graduate research opportunities and tackle real-world challenges in cyber security, health care, defense, emergency response, infrastructure and more.
Lyle students and faculty perform research that has global implications, taking advantage of state-of-the-art facilities and funding from government agencies, foundations and private companies.
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SMU Lyle students have access to state-of-the-art facilities where they can conduct research, meet with industry leaders, and gain skills on new and established technologies.
Combines research innovation and industry partnerships to explore how digital twins, AI, virtual reality and more will shape the future of manufacturing.
A co-venture of SMU Cox and SMU Lyle, the institute provides opportunities to create new products and processes for the marketplace, and business plans to determine how to take these products to the world.
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SMU’s M.S. in mechanical engineering courses include the opportunity to specialize in one of the following areas:
With these advanced skillsets, students are highly sought after in research, development and manufacturing.
A master’s in mechanical engineering can accelerate your career by providing technical specializations, leadership skills and industry connections. This degree program provides two specializations and offers the technical depth and breadth required for engineers to lead organizations and develop impactful technical solutions in a wide range of industries.
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, job growth in this field is expected to grow 9% in the next decade.
SMU’s Master of Science in mechanical engineering can be completed within the typical two-year duration when attending full time. Students can also take advantage of our flexible learning options, including weekend classes, to pursue their degree while working or adhering to other life demands. Part-time commitment and weekend format typically takes at least three years to complete the degree.
Yes, there is a two-year dual degree for full-time graduate students with a B.S. in engineering or science. This program is geared toward recent graduates as well as early-career professionals employed in the engineering and technology sector who desire to broaden and deepen their skills to further their career opportunities and become leaders in technology with the appropriate business and management acumen.
SMU Lyle’s M.S. in mechanical engineering is a hands-on, research-driven program. In state-of-the-art teaching facilities, students conduct research dedicated to energy and sustainability, manufacturing, thermal science and fluid mechanics, dynamics, controls, mechatronics and robotics, materials science and solid mechanics, and biosystems.
The average starting salary for a master’s in mechanical engineering graduate is $89,000 (2024).
The majority of mechanical engineers with a master’s take on leadership roles in the architecture and engineering fields, including aerospace, automotive and biomedical engineering.
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