Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Information Session for Prospective Dual Degree Students This information session is intended for all applicants to the dual degree program in mechanical engineering, allowing highly qualified individuals to pursue a Bachelors and a Masters degree concurrently. MEng Mech E or MS Mech E or MS STPP

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Dual Degree Admissions Process Nov The ME DEPT will invite applications for the dual degree programs 12 Nov 2014 – Prospective Dual Degree Info Session 06 Mar 2015 – Applications are due to the ME Office 06 Mar 2015 – List of applicants provided to the co-op office. 06 Mar 2015 – Faculty letters of reference due to the ME Office. Review begins. Spring Semester – Prospective Dual Degree Students should enroll in the co-op training course Spring Semester – Prospective Dual Degree Students should attend the spring career fair Spring Semester – Prospective Dual Degree Students MAY enroll in MECE-601 Math I for Engineers, IF they have completed all other required math courses Summer Semester – Prospective Dual Degree Students are eligible for Summer co-ops, and summer-fall double block co-ops. Early June 2015 – Application review concludes, and considers all grades at RIT through the end of spring semester Possible Outcomes: –Students may be offered admission to the BS/MEng or BS/MSSTPP program effective with the beginning of Fall Semester (BS/MS comes AFTER admission to BS/MEng) –Students may be declined admission to the dual degree program –Students may be asked to complete additional courses, and/or increase their GPA prior to admission to the dual degree program.

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Dual Degree Admissions Requirements Complete Application Process: –attend mandatory program information session –complete application form including names of two faculty members who have agreed to provide letters of recommendation: one letter should be your faculty advisor and one should be an ME (or Public Policy) faculty member whom you have had a course with –attach your personal letter of application stating your interest in pursuing a master’s degree concurrently with your BS degree (no more than one page) –sign and attach KGCOE academic conduct policy statement Admission is based on student’s CGPA (must be at least 3.4 after the completion of second year courses), excellent references, and a compelling letter of application All admitted students are required to maintain a CGPA of at least 3.2 and enroll in graduate seminar every semester Students must achieve a graduate CGPA of 3.0 to graduate

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Dual Degree Semester Conversion Our graduate program was converted to Semesters from Quarters in September Town hall meetings for dual degree students wondering about semester conversion have begun and should be completed. We do not expect any adverse impacts on student programs of study as a result of the conversion from quarters to semesters. Conversion Principles: –RIT is committed to ensuring that the conversion itself does not delay student’s time to graduation –I will provide advising support for dual degree students and faculty members working with dual degree students to help make the conversion as smooth as possible

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Dual Degree Opportunities You may be interested in these exciting things: BS / Master of Engineering in Mech E BS / Master of Science in Mech E BS in Mech E and MS in Science, Technology and Public Policy Unique to RIT! The ME DEPT will invite applications for the dual degree programs during the end of the Fall semester. Applications are due 06 March 2015 Admission decisions will be announced AFTER the conclusion of the spring semester.

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T BS / Master of Engineering Program Career Oriented focus Primarily directed towards students NOT considering continued graduate study at the doctoral level This is a non-thesis degree. Capstone Project => Fall: Design Project Leadership, Spring: Team Leadership Responsibilities on a Multi-Disc Senior Design Team. Dr. Crassidis advises all prospective dual degree students entering Summer 2015 and later to take these two core courses as part of your graduate program planning: Math I, Math II Three Concentration courses from one of numerous concentration areas, INSIDE or OUTSIDE of Mechanical Engineering. Possibilities include automotive system, business, controls, manufacturing mechanics-design/materials, product development, sustainability, thermo-fluids, vibrations, and customized program of study. BS: Qtrs: 195 QCH, 5 co-ops Sems: 129 SCH, 4 Sem co-op MEng: Qtrs: 48 QCH Sems: 30 SCH BS+Meng: Qtrs: 231 QCH, 4 co-ops Sems: 150 SCH, 3 Sem co-op Double counting of 3 courses, 1 co-op reduction Both degrees MUST be awarded concurrently in accordance with State of New York Department of Education regulations.

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T BS / Master of Science Program Research Oriented focus Primarily directed towards students considering continued graduate study at the doctoral level Thesis is required. Research Methods Class: MECE-701, to help you identify a thesis topic, prepare a statement of work, and get started on your literature review Dr. Crassidis advises all prospective dual degree students entering Summer 2015 and later to take these two core courses as part of your graduate program planning: Math I, Math II BS: Qtrs: 195 QCH, 5 co-ops Sems: 129 SCH, 4 Sem co-op MSci: Qtrs: 45 QCH Sems: 30 SCH BS+MSci: Qtrs: 228 QCH, 4 co-ops Sems: 150 SCH, 3 Sem co-op Double counting of 3 courses, 1 co-op reduction Both degrees MUST be awarded concurrently in accordance with State of New York Department of Education regulations. Must take the GRE (Usually during Fall of year 4) for admission to the MS degree

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T BS - Mechanical Engineering & MS – Science Technology & Public Policy Public Policy Thesis Public Policy Graduate Degree Mechanical Engineering Undergraduate Degree Primarily directed towards students considering work in the public sector, (planning departments, legislative positions, executive positions, law school, etc) Thesis is required -- Chaired by COLA faculty member Assumes that students are working on a public policy COLA undergrad concentration Very Unique, Innovative Program Three required focus courses agreed to by dept, advisor, student BS Degree: 195 QCH (129 SCH), 5 co-ops - Will be considered an undergrad in Mechanical Engineering until 195 QCH (129 SCH) MS Degree: Will be considered a grad in STPP after 195 QCH (129 SCH) Double counting of three courses, 1 co-op reduction Both degrees MUST be awarded concurrently in accordance with State of New York Department of Education regulations

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T MECE-701Research Methods Offered as a graduate elective Topics: –Thesis topic presentations by ME faculty –Interview and selection of thesis topic, decide MS vs. M Eng –Paper reviews in topic area –Literature search, patent search, and thesis consult with librarian –Prepare & Submit formal literature review –Prepare & Submit Statement of work –Prepare & Submit formal thesis proposal Recommended for Fall 4 th year dual degree students considering the BS/MS in Mech E with a thesis Determine level of interest from fourth year students Must take the GRE for admission to the MS degree

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Dual Degree Completion Constraints NYS Department of Education requires that both degrees be conferred simultaneously for dual degree program, or double counting is not allowed. If BS is awarded separately from Master’s then student MUST make up THREE GRADUATE COURSES. US Department of Education requires reporting of retention data for BS degrees in August of year 6. If student receives BS degree 9/1 or later, they are counted as an attrition from the program forever. This adversely affects program accreditation. RIT programs as registered with NYS and US require all Masters degrees to be completed within seven years of first graduate course, or courses older than 7 years need to be replaced prior to degree award. All Mech. Eng. dual degree students, when admitted, were informed of the requirement to complete BOTH degrees by May of Year 6. If BOTH degrees are not completed by May 15 of Year 6, student will be separated from the dual degree program automatically. Under extenuating circumstances, a dual degree extension may be granted through August 15 th of Year 6. No extensions will be granted by RIT beyond Aug. 15 th. All students in dual degree program must be certifiable for BS degree by May of year 5. You may double count UP TO THREE GRADUATE COURSES towards both your BS and a Master’s Degree.

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Sixth Year Students RIT has implemented a tracking mechanism to monitor progress of dual degree students. After 195 QCH, 129 SCH, students will transition from year level 5 status to year level 6 status. You will then be eligible for graduate student benefits such as fellowships, graduate loan programs, full time equivalency, etc. Years 1—5 (less than 195 QCH, 129 SCH), dual degree students are classified as undergrads Year 6 (more than 195 QCH, 129 SCH), dual degree students are classified as grads

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Opportunities in the ME Dept. I am interested in maintaining a database of dual degree students wishing to work in the department. We often seek students as PC labbies, graders, lab assistants, shop assistants, etc. Opportunities as teaching assistants are typically available for fourth and fifth year students

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Master of Engineering Degree CourseRequired Core ClassesCredits MECE-601 Math I for Engineers3 MECE-602 Math II for Engineers3 Subtotal Core Classes6 Required Capstone Experience Complete one of: MECE-701 Research Methods (Students considering the MS)3 MECE-730 Design Project Leadership (All BS/MEng students)3 MECE-777 Graduate Internship (Usually for part-time students)3 MECE-792 Project with Paper (Most full-time MEng students)3 Subtotal Capstone Experience3 Elective Classes MECE-6/7xx Graduate or Technical Elective 2 (600 or higher)3 MECE-6/7xx Graduate or Technical Elective 3 (600 or higher)3 MECE-6/7xx Graduate or Technical Elective 4 (600 or higher)3 MECE-6/7xx Graduate or Technical Elective 5 (600 or higher)3 Subtotal Graduate Elective Classes9 Concentration Classes MECE-6/7xx Concentration 13 MECE-6/7xx Concentration 23 MECE-6/7xx Concentration 33 Subtotal Concentration Classes12 Total Credits Required for the Master of Engineering30 Students Graduating By August 2015

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Master of Science Degree NumberRequired Core Courses Credits MECE-601Math I for Engineers3 MECE-602Math II for Engineers3 Subtotal Core Courses6 Focus Group Courses MECE-6/7xxFocus 1 (MECE-600 or higher)3 MECE-6/7xxFocus 2 (MECE-600 or higher)3 MECE-6/7xxFocus 3 (MECE-600 or higher)3 Subtotal Focus Group Courses9 Elective Classes MECE-6/7xxGraduate Elective 1 (600 or higher)3 MECE-6/7xxGraduate or Technical Elective 2 (600 or higher)3 MECE-6/7xxGraduate or Technical Elective 3 (600 or higher)3 Subtotal Graduate Elective Courses9 MS Thesis6 Total Credits Required for the Master of Science30 Students Graduating By August 2015

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Graduate Student Handbook  ME Department Graduate Handbook is your guide.  Please read this handbook carefully.  Use this handbook when you meet with your advisor to plan your academic program.

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Graduate Seminar Series Attend the weekly graduate seminars is required of all full time and FTE graduate students. Thursdays at 12:30 pm. Room GLE MECE-795 (0 credits) Dr. Walter is the Instructor Dual Degree Students should add this class to your schedule every semester (no cost), so that you can get announcements and about the seminars via

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T An Important Tip for MS Students… Do not delay your selection of a thesis topic, preparation of thesis proposal, and starting your literature review and research. Most students who get in financial trouble during their Master’s degree did not heed this advice. After you get started on your thesis topic, KEEP WORKING, do not let the deadlines of classwork homework interfere with your self-imposed deadlines for making progress on your thesis.

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T A Special Note; and a Challenge to EXCEL…  As part of the RIT ME Department’s process of continual improvement, the bar is raising on expectations of our graduate students.  We will continue to raise the bar on our graduate programs during semester conversion. SOME COURSES that are xx under quarters and may be eligible for graduate credit today will be renumbered as MECE-4xx and will not be eligible for graduate credit in the future.  All Masters courses must be MECE-6xx or higher under semesters  Admissions standards have risen annually for three years both at the undergraduate and graduate level.  We intend to raise our Master’s program to the same level of National Prestige that our undergraduate program enjoys.  Maintain the highest standards of Academic and Professional Integrity – Other students look up to you, and will follow your leadership.  I expect our MS Students to submit at least one technical conference publication with their advisor prior to graduation.  I expect our MEng Students to become student leaders in the department. Seek out opportunities to demonstrate leadership.

Mechanical Engineering R·I·T Dual-Degree Application See Jill Ehmann in the ME Office DualDegreeInvitationToApplyDec2013.pdf

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