Mechanical Engineering (Ph.D.)
About
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Maine offers graduate programs leading to Master of Science (MS) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degrees. These programs are designed to provide a strong foundation in mechanical engineering while allowing students to tailor their studies to individual research interests and career goals. Each student works closely with a faculty advisor and graduate committee to develop a personalized Program of Study.
Program Highlights
Concentrations
Robotics and Mechatronics
Advances in robotics and mechatronics have had a profound impact in many areas, including manufacturing, healthcare, shipping, space exploration, and autonomous systems. By completing this concentration, students will gain the necessary knowledge in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and computer science to pursue a career in this area. With expertise at UMaine in engineering and computer science, students will be able to take courses from multiple departments.
Smart Manufacturing
Smart manufacturing aims to convert data, acquired across the product life cycle, into manufacturing intelligence to improve manufacturing. The emergence of cyber-physical systems and related innovations, including digital twin / digital thread, can be leveraged and effectively integrated into support of data-driven manufacturing or Industry 4.0. The systematic computational analysis of manufacturing data can lead to more informed decisions, which in turn can enhance the effectiveness of modern manufacturing.
Requirements
The PhD program emphasizes original research on a focused topic of interest to the student and their advisor. Students may engage in interdisciplinary research with faculty from other departments as part of a cohesive Mechanical Engineering degree. Students are required to complete a minimum of two (2) Core courses and a maximum of two (2) Supporting courses associated with the selected concentration area. It is acceptable for all four courses to be from the list of Core courses. A minimum grade of B- is required in each course.
Program Learning Outcomes
Careers
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At a Glance
Maine College of Engineering & Computing
Mechanical Engineering
Degree Level
Doctoral
Degree Earned
Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering
Concentrations
Robotics and Mechatronics
Smart Manufacturing
Mode of Study
In-Person
Featured Courses
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Research Learning Experience
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Scholarships
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Next Steps
Contact
Mechanical Engineering
Masoud Rais-Rohani
Ferland Engineering Education & Design Center, Room 237F
mcec.umaine.edu/depts/mee/
P
207.581.4120
Graduate Coordinator
Andrew J. Goupee
Ferland Engineering Education & Design Center, Room 243
P
207.581.3657
International
Chadbourne Hall, Room 122
go.umaine.edu/international-undergraduate-admissions/
P
207.581.3437
F
207.581.2920
