Emphasis - Geological Engineering
Ph.D. in Engineering Science
Description
The Ph.D. in engineering science is offered in a number of emphasis areas: aeroacoustics, chemical engineering, civil engineering, computational hydroscience, computer engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, electromagnetics, environmental engineering, geology, geological engineering, hydrology, mechanical engineering, and material science and engineering.
Minimum Total Credit Hours: 54
Course Requirements
A student must complete the requirements for one of the emphasis areas. All doctoral programs require completion of a comprehensive examination, dissertation prospectus, and a dissertation. See the department chair or adviser for specific requirements for an emphasis area.
Emphasis - Geological Engineering
Description
A Ph.D. in engineering science with emphasis in geological engineering prepares a student with advanced technical knowledge and communication skills for pursuing a career in industry, engineering research and development, or public/government service. Students entering the program come from a variety of engineering and nonengineering disciplines such as geology and physics.
Course Requirements
The Ph.D. with an emphasis in geological engineering requires 54 semester hours of graduate credit beyond the bachelor’s degree; selection of courses must be approved by the student’s advisory committee.
Other Academic Requirements
Successful completion of both written and oral comprehensive exams is required before undertaking the dissertation.