Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration MS

Achieve an advanced level of aptitude, as well as innovative leadership skills, in RIT's manufacturing and mechanical systems integration degree.

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Overview for Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration MS

Why Study Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration at RIT?

STEM-OPT Visa Eligible: The STEM Optional Practical Training (OPT) program allows full-time, on-campus international students on an F-1 student visa to stay and work in the U.S. for up to three years after graduation.
Six Dynamic Options: Choose from advanced mechanics; electronics packaging; polymer engineering and technology; product design; quality; and robotics and advanced manufacturing systems.
Future-Focused Curriculum: RIT's forward-thinking courses cover manufacturing and mechanical systems fundamentals, project management, advanced mechanical systems, integrated mechanical systems, manufacturing process improvements and efficiencies, and the business and financial aspects of manufacturing.
Top Employers: Recent graduates are employed by US Naval Research Laboratory; Northrop Grumman; Micron Technology, Inc.; L3Harris Technologies; Intel Corporation; GlobalFoundries; General Dynamics; Bristol Myers Squibb; Fiat Chrysler Automobiles; Honeywell Aerospace; Keurig Dr Pepper; and Whirlpool.

The master's in manufacturing and mechanical systems integration is a manufacturing engineering degree designed for individuals who wish to achieve a high level of aptitude, competence, and skill in mechanical or manufacturing engineering, or advanced mechanical systems. The manufacturing and mechanical systems integration degree combines engineering, business, and management to effectively guide and lead in a range of manufacturing enterprises.

The program is offered by the department of manufacturing and mechanical engineering technology in collaboration with Saunders College of Business and the Kate Gleason College of Engineering.

Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration Courses

The master's in manufacturing and mechanical systems integration includes core courses that cover manufacturing and mechanical systems fundamentals, project management, advanced mechanical systems, integrated mechanical systems, manufacturing process improvements and efficiencies, and the business and financial aspects of manufacturing. You'll also complete a three-course option, elective courses, and a capstone project, thesis, or comprehensive exam.

Options are available in advanced mechanics, electronics packaging, polymer engineering and technology, product design, quality, and robotics and advanced manufacturing systems. You may be required to take additional prerequisite courses depending on your background and the option selected. The graduate director may approve the waiver of courses in the prerequisite group from graduation requirements, depending on your academic and employment background.

Advanced Mechanics: The advanced mechanics option analyzes classical and contemporary theoretical models of material structures. Practical methods and approaches, experimental results, and optimization of material properties and structure performance are put to use for capstones and thesis projects. Students who plan on careers in advanced mechanical modeling and design should consider this option.
Electronics Packaging: Students in this option receive a detailed education in printed circuit board assembly design, manufacturing, materials, failure modes, and root causes. They'll also gain a broad understanding of best practices and learn the scope of the industry. Anyone who plans on designing or manufacturing products that contain circuit board assemblies, in either rigid or flexible formats, would benefit from this option. Topics of study include electronics miniaturization, defect analysis, solder reliability, and process optimization.
Polymer Engineering and Technology: The purpose of this option is to equip future engineers with the unique skills necessary to enter the plastics industry, one of the largest manufacturing-related industries in the United States. Successfully developing new plastics materials and products requires specialized knowledge of these complex manufacturing systems. A critical component of this option is the completion of a research project in the area of plastics and polymer technology. Some projects have focused on polymer composites, shape memory/self-healing materials, 3D printing, and biodegradable polymers.
Product Design: Product design in the 21st century requires a skill set that has grown to be much more than just designing parts that fit together in a product. Parts and products must now be designed with consideration for the best choices of features, the ability to function ideally under varying conditions and environments, and ease in manufacturing and assembly. These skills are all required by today's engineers and product designers and are equally important for engineering managers to understand.
Quality: The quality option enables you to lead a problem-solving project within a quality management team. You will learn to reduce unacceptable variability in materials, production, and manufacturing systems resulting in high-quality finished products. You will use skills in robust design, linear regression, and modeling to show that variability can be reduced and that a solution is sustainable. Students who select this option may be interested in pursuing a leadership role as a manufacturing engineer, senior quality engineer, continuous process improvement engineer, or process engineer.
Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Systems: Robotics is more than software. In addition to programming, students who choose this option will study how robotic systems are designed to complement a manufacturing system or aid in human assistance products with a focus on limitations and design improvements. Capstone and thesis projects involve optimization and improvement of designs to achieve a specific robotic behavior or task. Robotic integrators, as well as robotic designers, will benefit by learning robotic mechanical and electrical limitations and development.

Electives

The number of electives needed to complete the master's in manufacturing and mechanical systems integration is based on whether you choose to complete a thesis, capstone project, or comprehensive exam. The thesis option requires one elective, the capstone project requires two electives, and the comprehensive exam option requires three electives. Elective courses can be any course from a different concentration from the one chosen, a graduate-level course from another program (if approved by the graduate director and faculty member teaching the course), or an independent study course (if approved by the student’s graduate program director).

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Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration (thesis option), MS degree, typical course sequence

Course		Sem. Cr. Hrs.
First Year
ACCT-603	Accounting for Decision Makers A graduate-level introduction to the use of accounting information by decision makers. The focus of the course is on two subject areas: (1) financial reporting concepts/issues and the use of general-purpose financial statements by internal and external decision makers and (2) the development and use of special-purpose financial information intended to assist managers in planning and controlling an organization's activities. Generally accepted accounting principles and issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards are considered while studying the first subject area and ethical issues impacting accounting are considered throughout. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer).	3
RMET-600	MMSI Graduate Seminar This course provides students that are new to the MMSI program an opportunity to develop an understanding of the department’s research activities. The students will become more knowledgeable about the Manufacturing & Mechanical Systems Integration program, career options, the capstone and thesis project process (finding an advisor, required documentation and policies regarding completing a project on co-op) and department policies and procedures related to successful completion of the MMSI program. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Seminar 2 (Fall).	0
RMET-650	Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Fundamentals This course is intended to help students learn to think like systems engineers. This course will provide a thorough understanding of the systems fundamentals, its design, modeling, and integration. Topics include a thorough coverage of systems architecture, conceptualization, modeling, development and management. Students in this course will be taught industry practices for systems engineering and management from concept stage to post implementation stage. System engineering and modeling tools will also be introduced to assist with the conceptualization, development, and implementation of systems. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall).	3
RMET-730	Six Sigma for Design and Manufacturing This course presents the philosophy and tools that will enable participants to develop quality strategies and drive process improvements that are linked to and integrated with business plans. Continuous improvement principles are presented, within the six sigma format. The course will help prepare students for six sigma blackbelt certification. Students can receive credit for only one of the following: RMET-730, CQAS-701, or ISEE-682. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
RMET-788	MMSI Thesis Planning Students will rigorously develop their thesis research ideas, conduct literature reviews, identify and plan methodologies, prepare schedules, and gain a clear understanding of the expectations of the faculty and the discipline. Each student will be required to prepare a committee approved thesis research proposal and may begin work on their thesis. (Enrollment in this course requires permission from the department offering the course.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
STAT-670	Design of Experiments How to design and analyze experiments, with an emphasis on applications in engineering and the physical sciences. Topics include the role of statistics in scientific experimentation; general principles of design, including randomization, replication, and blocking; replicated and unreplicated two-level factorial designs; two-level fractional-factorial designs; response surface designs. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring).	3
	MMSI Option Courses	6
Second Year
DECS-744	Project Management † A study in the principles of project management and the application of various tools and techniques for project planning and control. This course focuses on the leadership role of the project manager, and the roles and responsibilities of the team members. Considerable emphasis is placed on statements of work and work breakdown structures. The course uses a combination of lecture/discussion, group exercises, and case studies. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring).	3
RMET-790	MMSI Thesis The MMSI thesis is based on thorough literature review and experimental substantiation of a problem, by the candidate, in an appropriate topic. A written proposal has to be defended and authorized by the faculty adviser/committee. The proposal defense is followed by experimental work, a formal written thesis, and oral presentation of findings. The candidate should have completed the requisite courses for the program before enrolling for the thesis. (Prerequisites: RMET-788 or equivalent course.) Thesis 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer).	3
	Elective*	3
	MMSI Option Course	3
Total Semester Credit Hours		33

Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration (capstone project option), MS degree, typical course sequence

Course		Sem. Cr. Hrs.
First Year
ACCT-603	Accounting for Decision Makers A graduate-level introduction to the use of accounting information by decision makers. The focus of the course is on two subject areas: (1) financial reporting concepts/issues and the use of general-purpose financial statements by internal and external decision makers and (2) the development and use of special-purpose financial information intended to assist managers in planning and controlling an organization's activities. Generally accepted accounting principles and issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards are considered while studying the first subject area and ethical issues impacting accounting are considered throughout. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer).	3
RMET-600	MMSI Graduate Seminar This course provides students that are new to the MMSI program an opportunity to develop an understanding of the department’s research activities. The students will become more knowledgeable about the Manufacturing & Mechanical Systems Integration program, career options, the capstone and thesis project process (finding an advisor, required documentation and policies regarding completing a project on co-op) and department policies and procedures related to successful completion of the MMSI program. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Seminar 2 (Fall).	0
RMET-650	Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Fundamentals This course is intended to help students learn to think like systems engineers. This course will provide a thorough understanding of the systems fundamentals, its design, modeling, and integration. Topics include a thorough coverage of systems architecture, conceptualization, modeling, development and management. Students in this course will be taught industry practices for systems engineering and management from concept stage to post implementation stage. System engineering and modeling tools will also be introduced to assist with the conceptualization, development, and implementation of systems. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall).	3
RMET-730	Six Sigma for Design and Manufacturing This course presents the philosophy and tools that will enable participants to develop quality strategies and drive process improvements that are linked to and integrated with business plans. Continuous improvement principles are presented, within the six sigma format. The course will help prepare students for six sigma blackbelt certification. Students can receive credit for only one of the following: RMET-730, CQAS-701, or ISEE-682. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
STAT-670	Design of Experiments How to design and analyze experiments, with an emphasis on applications in engineering and the physical sciences. Topics include the role of statistics in scientific experimentation; general principles of design, including randomization, replication, and blocking; replicated and unreplicated two-level factorial designs; two-level fractional-factorial designs; response surface designs. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring).	3
	MMSI Option Courses	6
	Elective*	3
Second Year
DECS-744	Project Management † A study in the principles of project management and the application of various tools and techniques for project planning and control. This course focuses on the leadership role of the project manager, and the roles and responsibilities of the team members. Considerable emphasis is placed on statements of work and work breakdown structures. The course uses a combination of lecture/discussion, group exercises, and case studies. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring).	3
RMET-797	MMSI Capstone Project This course provides the MMSI graduate students an opportunity to complete their degree requirements by addressing a practical real-world challenge using the knowledge and skills acquired throughout their studies. This course is not only the culmination of a student's course work but also an indicator of the student's ability to use diverse knowledge to provide a tangible solution to a problem. The capstone project topic can be in the areas of product development, manufacturing automation, management system, quality management or electronics packaging. The course requires a comprehensive project report and a final presentation. (Enrollment in this course requires permission from the department offering the course.) Project 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer).	3
	MMSI Option Course	3
	Elective*	3
Total Semester Credit Hours		33

Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration (comprehensive exam option), MS degree, typical course sequence

Course		Sem. Cr. Hrs.
First Year
ACCT-603	Accounting for Decision Makers A graduate-level introduction to the use of accounting information by decision makers. The focus of the course is on two subject areas: (1) financial reporting concepts/issues and the use of general-purpose financial statements by internal and external decision makers and (2) the development and use of special-purpose financial information intended to assist managers in planning and controlling an organization's activities. Generally accepted accounting principles and issues related to International Financial Reporting Standards are considered while studying the first subject area and ethical issues impacting accounting are considered throughout. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer).	3
RMET-600	MMSI Graduate Seminar This course provides students that are new to the MMSI program an opportunity to develop an understanding of the department’s research activities. The students will become more knowledgeable about the Manufacturing & Mechanical Systems Integration program, career options, the capstone and thesis project process (finding an advisor, required documentation and policies regarding completing a project on co-op) and department policies and procedures related to successful completion of the MMSI program. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Seminar 2 (Fall).	0
RMET-650	Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Fundamentals This course is intended to help students learn to think like systems engineers. This course will provide a thorough understanding of the systems fundamentals, its design, modeling, and integration. Topics include a thorough coverage of systems architecture, conceptualization, modeling, development and management. Students in this course will be taught industry practices for systems engineering and management from concept stage to post implementation stage. System engineering and modeling tools will also be introduced to assist with the conceptualization, development, and implementation of systems. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall).	3
RMET-730	Six Sigma for Design and Manufacturing This course presents the philosophy and tools that will enable participants to develop quality strategies and drive process improvements that are linked to and integrated with business plans. Continuous improvement principles are presented, within the six sigma format. The course will help prepare students for six sigma blackbelt certification. Students can receive credit for only one of the following: RMET-730, CQAS-701, or ISEE-682. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
STAT-670	Design of Experiments How to design and analyze experiments, with an emphasis on applications in engineering and the physical sciences. Topics include the role of statistics in scientific experimentation; general principles of design, including randomization, replication, and blocking; replicated and unreplicated two-level factorial designs; two-level fractional-factorial designs; response surface designs. Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring).	3
	MMSI Option Courses	6
	Elective*	3
Second Year
RMET-795	MMSI Comprehensive Exam A written comprehensive exam is one of the non-thesis or non-project methodology for completion of the MS-MMSI degree. Students will demonstrate a fundamental knowledge of the theories and foundation principles. This course will require the student to do an independent review of the concepts within the core courses and the chosen concentration area, and will culminate in a comprehensive written examination. The student must receive a passing grade of at least 80 percent to be successful. Students will have one additional opportunity to pass the exam, if their initial attempt results in a failing grade. (Enrollment in this course requires permission from the department offering the course.) Comp Exam 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer).	0
DECS-744	Project Management † A study in the principles of project management and the application of various tools and techniques for project planning and control. This course focuses on the leadership role of the project manager, and the roles and responsibilities of the team members. Considerable emphasis is placed on statements of work and work breakdown structures. The course uses a combination of lecture/discussion, group exercises, and case studies. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring).	3
	MMSI Option Course	3
	Electives*	6
Total Semester Credit Hours		33

* Elective courses must be chosen from the list of option courses, but must be outside of the option the student has chosen as part of their program of study.

† PROF-710 Project Management may be taken to earn credit for this course.

Options

Course		Sem. Cr. Hrs.
Robotics and Advanced Manufacturing Systems
ISEE-708	Systems Simulation Simulation Analysis focuses on simulation design, analysis, and applied research methods for industrial and service systems. In particular, the course covers discrete-event, agent-based, and continuous simulation modeling approaches; data driven simulation models; design and analysis of simulation experiments and optimization; artificial intelligence (AI) simulation methods; and Industry 4.0/Digital Twin simulation. (Prerequisites: ISEE-510 or equivalent course or students in ISEE-MS, SUSTAIN-MS, ENGMGT-ME, MIE-PHD, MMSI-MS programs or MMSI-MS dual degree students) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
RMET-671	Advanced Automation Systems and Control This course deals with the higher level of topics relating to automation control systems engineering. Learning different programming languages, troubleshooting techniques, advanced programming instructions, the use and application of Human Machine Interface (HMI) panels, analog devices uses and applications, advanced system design, networking and an introduction to Industry 4.0 are all covered in this course. Students will be expected to develop the main system and all subsystems required to solve an automation problem. Students with no/limited PLC programming and automation system design knowledge are required to take RMET-340/341 as a bridge course. Students may take and receive credit for RMET-571 or RMET-671, not for both. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Spring).	3
RMET-685	Robotics & Automation Technology and application of robots and CNC in an integrated manufacturing environment is the focus of this course. An introductory understanding of robotic hardware and software will be provided. The hardware portion of this course involves robot configurations, drive mechanisms, power systems (hydraulic, pneumatic and servo actuators), end-effectors, sensors and control systems. The software portion of this course involves the various methods of textual and lead through programming. Digital interfacing of robots with components such as programmable logic controllers, computer-controlled machines, conveyors, and numerical control will be introduced. Robotic cell design and the socio-economic impact of robotics will also be discussed. This course also has a strong laboratory component that emphasizes hands-on training. This course may be cross listed with RMET-585. Students may not take and receive credit for this course if they have already taken RMET-585. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall, Spring).	3
RMET-687	Robotics: Sensors & Vision Robots in many applications require sensors and/or vision systems to allow the robot to fully understand its environment and tasks. Students learn how to design and integrate robot sensor and vision systems to enable the dynamic use of the robot’s capabilities. Robot sensors, 2D and 3D visions systems along with lighting will be used to allow the student to conceptualize, design, and program robotic techniques related to path correction, dynamic positioning, 2D targeting, and 3D picking using robots. Projects will use both robots and simulation software. Students may receive credit for only this course or RMET-587, not both. (Prerequisites: RMET-685 or RMET-585 or equivalent course. Also, students cannot take and receive credit for this course if they have taken RMET-587.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
TCET-620	Applied Machine Learning Machine learning has applications in a wide variety of fields ranging from medicine and finance to telecommunications and autonomous self-driving vehicles. This course introduces machine learning and gives you the knowledge to understand and apply machine learning to solve problems in a variety of application areas. The course covers neural net structures, deep learning, support vector machines, training and testing methods, clustering, classification, and prediction with applications across a variety of fields. The focus will be on developing a foundation from which a variety of machine learning methods can be applied. Students may not take and receive credit for this course if they have already taken EEET-520. (This class is restricted to degree-seeking graduate students or those with permission from instructor. If you have earned credit for EEET-520 or you are currently enrolled in EEET-520 you will not be permitted to enroll in TCET-620.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
Electronics Packaging
RMET-645	Surface Mount Electronics Manufacturing This course provides a thorough understanding of the technology, components, equipment, materials and manufacturing process for through hole technology and surface mount technology electronics manufacturing. Students will develop a strong foundation needed for advanced work in surface mount technology (SMT). The activities will provide the students an orientation and familiarization of the manufacturing equipment and process parameters for printed circuit board assembly. Graduate students will explore surface defects and remediation and will prepare a detailed annotated bibliography related to specific aspects of electronics manufacturing. Topics in Design for Manufacturing are also considered for high volume vs. low volume manufacturing. Students may only receive credit for this course or RMET-545, not both. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3, Recitation 1 (Fall).	3
RMET-656	Advanced Concepts in Semiconductor Packaging The advanced course in semiconductor packaging will provide a thorough coverage of the materials, processes, failure, and reliability of chip level packaging. Specific topics include single-chip, multi-chip, wafer level and 3D stacked packaging, photonic integrated chip (PIC), smaller passives and embedded passive component technology, advanced substrates and microvia technology, solder technologies, metallurgy and joint formation, thermal management, thermal and mechanical behavior of packaging, failure analysis, and reliability testing. Course includes projects and literature review in topics of semiconductor packaging. This course is cross listed with RMET-556 students may receive credit for RMET-556 or RMET-656, not both. (Prerequisites: RMET-645 or equivalent course. Students cannot take and receive credit for this course if they have taken RMET-556.) Lecture 3 (Biannual).	3
ISEE-740	Design for Manufacture and Assembly Course reviews operating principles of prevalent processes such as casting, molding, and machining. Students will use this knowledge to select appropriate production processes for a given component. For each process covered, guidelines governing proper design for manufacturability practices will be discussed and applied. (Prerequisites: ISEE-140 or MECE-104 or equivalent course or students in ISEE-MS, SUSTAIN-MS, ENGMGT-ME, MECE-MS, MECE-ME, MMSI-MS or MIE-PHD programs.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
TCET-740	Fiber Optic Communications Fiber-optic, point-to-point telecommunication systems are used as a framework to understand the wide array of fiber-optic telecom technologies, including light sources, optical fiber, and photoreceivers. An emphasis on the nature & behavior of optical signals provides insight into these technologies and into the important fiber-channel impairments of attenuation and dispersion. Fundamental concepts and state-of-the-art advances of these technologies are covered, as well as component-level and system-level analysis. Lecture 2 (Fall).	2
TCET-741	Fiber Optic Communications Lab This course provides extensive hands-on experience with key technologies used within fiber-optic telecommunication systems, including optical fiber, laser diodes, light-emitting diodes, photodiodes, and pluggable transceivers, as well as key diagnostics such as power meters, oscilloscopes, optical time-domain reflectometers, and optical spectrum analyzers. Students will be trained in laser safety, ESD safety, and fiber-connector inspection, and will develop a broad understanding of fiber-optic test and measurement including transmitter & receiver characterization as well as measuring the fiber-channel impairments of attenuation and dispersion. (Co-requisite: TCET-740 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall).	1
Product Design
MCET-620	Robust Design & Production Systems In this advanced course students explore methods, such as Taguchi arrays, that support the optimization and verification phases of the Design for Six Sigma development process. Topics covered include the experimental design process, additivity, static and dynamic signal-to-noise ratios, analysis of means, and ANOVA. The role of robust design methods in reducing variability for both products and processes and in integrating systems is emphasized. Students may not take and receive credit for this course if they have already taken MCET-582. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall).	3
MCET-670	Concept/Product Design Management This course focuses on the design concept process. Critical product attributes specified by the customer are applied to the product, process design and performance parameters. Tools and techniques include understanding the product life cycle from conception through obsolescence, translating the voice of the customer into technical requirements, defining functions to fulfill the requirements, generating designs to physically fulfill the functions, product/system validation, and the evaluation and selection of superior product and subsystem designs that are safe to take to commercialization. Additionally, students will perform competitive analysis assessments. Students may not take and receive credit for this course if they have already taken MCET-570. Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
MCET-683	Plastics Product Design The study of design guidelines for plastic products based on the interrelationships between design, the material selected, the manufacturing process selected, and the tooling to be used. Students will research the feasibility of using polymeric materials to design a part or assembly not traditionally manufactured using plastics. Students may receive credit for only one course: MCET-583 or MCET-683 (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
MCET-720	Product and Production System Development & Integration This course covers topics, processes and best practices in product development. Using Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) as a motivating philosophy, students are introduced to concepts and techniques in the early stages of the product development process, including capturing the voice of the customer, critical parameter management, the phase-gate approach, and system integration for total product life cycle performance. The course provides an overview of DFSS goals, its development process, CDOV (Concept-Design-Optimize-Verify), and technology process (IDOV, Innovate-Develop-Optimize-Verify), as well as strategies in product commercialization. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Biannual).	3
Quality
MCET-620	Robust Design & Production Systems In this advanced course students explore methods, such as Taguchi arrays, that support the optimization and verification phases of the Design for Six Sigma development process. Topics covered include the experimental design process, additivity, static and dynamic signal-to-noise ratios, analysis of means, and ANOVA. The role of robust design methods in reducing variability for both products and processes and in integrating systems is emphasized. Students may not take and receive credit for this course if they have already taken MCET-582. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall).	3
STAT-621	Statistical Quality Control A practical course designed to provide in-depth understanding of the principles and practices of statistical process control, process capability, and acceptance sampling. Topics include: statistical concepts relating to processes, Shewhart charts for attribute and variables data, CUSUM charts, EWMA charts, process capability studies, attribute and variables acceptance sampling techniques. (This class is restricted to students in the APPSTAT-MS, SMPPI-ACT, STATQL-ACT or MMSI-MS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring).	3
STAT-641	Applied Linear Models - Regression A course that studies how a response variable is related to a set of predictor variables. Regression techniques provide a foundation for the analysis of observational data and provide insight into the analysis of data from designed experiments. Topics include happenstance data versus designed experiments, simple linear regression, the matrix approach to simple and multiple linear regression, analysis of residuals, transformations, weighted least squares, polynomial models, influence diagnostics, dummy variables, selection of best linear models, nonlinear estimation, and model building. (This class is restricted to students in the APPSTAT-MS, SMPPI-ACT, or APPSTAT-U programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall, Spring, Summer).	3
Polymer Engineering & Technology
MCET-630	Polymer Engineering Research (REQUIRED) This course introduces new graduate students to the fundamental concepts and skills relevant to plastics and polymer engineering research. Students will learn concepts in the chemistry and physics of polymeric materials and the essential techniques used to characterize them. Laboratory skills in the preparation of polymers, polymer blends, their fabrication into useful test specimens and their characterization will be emphasized. Following the successful completion of this course students will be prepared to carry out graduate level polymer engineering research. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lec/Lab 4 (Biannual).	3
MCET-674	Plastics and Composites Materials Study of advanced polymeric materials including their preparation, processing and application design. Topics will include both long and short fiber reinforced composites. Industrial modification of polymers into plastics compounds including polymer blends and additives will also be discussed. Students will complete a literature review of a current topic in advanced polymers. Students may receive credit for only this course or MCET-574, not both. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs. Co-requisites: MCET-675 or equivalent course.) Lecture 2 (Fall).	2
MCET-675	Plastics and Composites Materials Laboratory Laboratory exercises involving polymeric materials (e.g. composites, polymers blends) including their preparation, processing and application design. Conduct a research-oriented project including writing up the results as a conference paper/journal article submission. Students may receive credit for only this course or MCET-575, not both. (Students cannot take and receive credit for this course if they have taken MCET-575. Co-requisites: MCET-674 or equivalent course.) Lab 2 (Fall).	1
MCET-680	Plastics Manufacturing Technology The course studies plastic materials and processing technology to manufacture various plastic products in plastics industry. The course emphasizes new materials, such as bio-degradable, environmentally friendly polymers, and process selections for engineering applications and design. Students may not take and receive credit for this course if they have already taken and received credit for MCET-580. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall).	3
MCET-683	Plastics Product Design The study of design guidelines for plastic products based on the interrelationships between design, the material selected, the manufacturing process selected, and the tooling to be used. Students will research the feasibility of using polymeric materials to design a part or assembly not traditionally manufactured using plastics. Students may receive credit for only one course: MCET-583 or MCET-683 (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
Advanced Mechanics
MCET-683	Plastics Product Design The study of design guidelines for plastic products based on the interrelationships between design, the material selected, the manufacturing process selected, and the tooling to be used. Students will research the feasibility of using polymeric materials to design a part or assembly not traditionally manufactured using plastics. Students may receive credit for only one course: MCET-583 or MCET-683 (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Spring).	3
MCET-661	Multiphysics Modeling: Materials, Components, and Systems Multiphysics modeling is the study of multiple interacting and coupled physical phenomena including heat transfer, fluid flow, deformation, electromagnetics, acoustics, and mass transport. Students will use numerical methods, specialized software, and computer simulations to solve engineering problems and understand the underlying physics of interacting complex engineering systems. This course may be cross-listed with MCET-561; BSMS program students are advised to enroll in the graduate level course. (This class is restricted to MMSI-MS, MCETMMSI-U or MECAMMSI-U or EMETMMSI-U students.) Lecture 2, Recitation 2 (Biannual).	3
MCET-662	Advanced Fluids Mechanics and Modeling The main purpose of this course is to help students develop a mastery of the underlying principles and the ability to efficiently solve variety of real fluid dynamics problems. The course focuses on the physical phenomena, mathematical formulations, and advanced problem-solving techniques and modeling for flows ranging from laminar incompressible flows to turbulence, with examples from mechanical engineering practice and technology. This course may be cross-listed with MCET-562; BSMS program students are advised to enroll in the graduate level course. (This class is restricted to MMSI-MS, MCETMMSI-U or MECAMMSI-U or EMETMMSI-U students.) Lecture 2, Recitation 2 (Spring).	3
MCET-692	Spray Theory and Application This course covers the theory necessary to understand spray formation and evolution, as well as a host of spray applications. Knowledge of differential equations is required. Topics include drop size distributions, breakup of liquid sheets and ligaments, drop formation and breakup, drop motion and the interaction between a spray and its surroundings, drop evaporation, nozzle internal fluid mechanics, external spray characteristics, nozzle performance, and experimental techniques relevant to these subjects. Applications will include: (1) gas turbine engines, (2) internal combustion engine sprays, (3) sprays for geo-engineering, (4) agricultural sprays, (5) consumer products, (6) paints and coatings, and (7) use of non-traditional liquids in aero-propulsion and other systems. Time spent on each topic depends on student interest. Each student is expected to work on a final project, of their choosing, focused on a topic within the realm of spray theory and application. A research related topic is preferred, but not required. Students must design an experiment and correlate their results with their developed theoretical model. The project is the prime method for assessing student learning. Students will be asked to demonstrate a deep theoretical understanding of spray formation and applications. Students may take and receive credit for MCET-592 or MCET-692, not for both. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Biannual).	3
MCET-695	Applied Finite Element Analysis This course focuses on using commercial finite element analysis (FEA) software to analyze complex linear and non-linear systems in the areas of structural mechanics and heat transfer. Students will utilize a wide variety of analysis techniques including deflection, stress, mode shapes, optimization, heat transfer, and thermal-stress. A semester long project using FEA to solve an advanced problem relevant to each student’s interest area is required. In addition, students will be given problems that extend beyond the material covered in class that will require independent investigation. Students may not take and receive credit for this course if they have already taken MCET-595 Students that do not have undergraduate background in FEA should not take this graduate course. It is recommended students discuss in advance with the instructor before registering to determine their level of experience. (This course is restricted to students in MMSI-MS, MCET/MMSI-BSMS, EMET/MMSI-BSMS, MECA/MMSI-BSMS, RMET/MMSI-BSMS programs.) Lecture 3 (Fall).	3

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This program is available on-campus only.

Offered	Admit Term(s)	Application Deadline	STEM Designated
Full‑time	Fall or Spring	Rolling	Yes
Part‑time	Fall or Spring	Rolling	No

Full-time study is 9+ semester credit hours. Part-time study is 1‑8 semester credit hours. International students requiring a visa to study at the RIT Rochester campus must study full‑time.

Application Details

To be considered for admission to the Manufacturing and Mechanical Systems Integration MS program, candidates must fulfill the following requirements:

Complete an online graduate application.
Submit copies of official transcript(s) (in English) of all previously completed undergraduate and graduate course work, including any transfer credit earned.
Hold a baccalaureate degree (or US equivalent) from an accredited university or college in the field of engineering, engineering technology, or computing. Students with degrees in other disciplines will be considered on an individual basis. A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 (or equivalent) is recommended.
Satisfy prerequisite requirements and/or complete bridge courses prior to starting program coursework.
Submit a current resume or curriculum vitae.
Submit a personal statement of educational objectives.
Submit one letter of recommendation.
Entrance exam requirements: GRE required for individuals with degrees from international universities. No minimum score requirement.
Submit English language test scores (TOEFL, IELTS, PTE Academic), if required. Details are below.

English Language Test Scores

International applicants whose native language is not English must submit one of the following official English language test scores. Some international applicants may be considered for an English test requirement waiver.

TOEFL	IELTS	PTE Academic
79	6.5	56

International students below the minimum requirement may be considered for conditional admission. Each program requires balanced sub-scores when determining an applicant’s need for additional English language courses.

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Additional Information

Bridge Courses

Applicants without a robotics background who want to do the robotics concentration will be assigned additional bridge courses.
Applicants without a modeling background who want to do the advanced mechanics concentration will be assigned additional bridge courses.

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