MS in Engineering: Mobility Systems
Available: On Campus Only
Program Directors:
Dr. Javad Baqersad, jbaqersad@kettering.edu
Dr. Girma Tewolde, gtewolde@kettering.edu
Program Overview
The Master of Science in Engineering is a professional master's program that builds on an undergraduate engineering program by offering additional depth and greater mastery in a number of technical areas.
Program Objectives
The Mobility Systems program (formerly Automotive Systems) is intended for individuals who desire a deeper understanding and knowledge of mechanical, electrical, computer, and industrial systems used in automotive vehicles and their manufacture. Courses cover subjects such as conventional and electric propulsion systems, vehicle safety systems including connected and autonomous vehicle systems, and modern automotive manufacturing systems. Students select courses from a structured framework in order to customize a program that best meets their individual and career needs.
To receive the M.S. degree, a student in the graduate program must complete a minimum of 40 credit hours of graduate work. There are two options to choose from:
- Plan A (consists of 32 credit hours of coursework, research, and an 8 credit hour thesis)
- Plan B (consists of 40 credit hours of coursework)
Accelerated Masters (BS/MS) Program
The MSE-Mobility Systems program is eligible for the Accelerated Masters Program. Kettering University undergraduate students electing to continue their studies may apply up to 12 credits of qualifying 400-level courses completed as an undergraduate. For more information see: http://catalog.kettering.edu/grad/programs/acceleratedmasters/ or contact the program advisor.
SAE/Kettering University Partnership
Students who have up to eight (8) Continuing Education Units (CEU) from approved SAE seminars may be eligible to transfer those CEU’s into the Mobility Systems Masters program. For more information, contact the program advisor.
Program Curriculum Requirements
Multidisciplinary Requirement: To maintain the program’s multidisciplinary nature, all students must take at least one course from both ME and ECE departments and select at least one from IME or CHME. They will have the flexibility to choose courses that best align with their interests.
400-Level Course Limit: Students may take a maximum of twelve credits from 400-level courses.
Completion of 40 credits as follows:
Program of Study
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| ECE-601 | ECE Principles for Mobility | 4 |
| Technical Elective 1 | 4 | |
| Credit Hours Subtotal: | 8 | |
| Electives | 32 | |
Thesis Option: Select six electives from the approved lists & complete an 8 hour Thesis | ||
Non-Thesis Option: Select eight electives from the approved lists. | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 40 | |
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The technical elective can be from CHME, ECE, IME, MATH, MECH, PHYS, or CS.
Electives offered by the Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
(Course prerequisites must be observed.)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CE-620 | Microcomputer Systems | 4 |
| CE-626 | Real-Time Embedded Systems | 4 |
| CE-642 | Mobile Robotics | 4 |
| CE-651 | Introduction to Autonomous Driving | 4 |
| CE-652 | Artificial Intelligence for Autonomous Driving | 4 |
| CE-654 | Computer Vision for Autonomous Driving | 4 |
| CE-672 | Virtual Reality Systems: M&C | 4 |
| CE-680 | Computer Networks | 4 |
| CE-684 | Internet of Things (IoT) | 4 |
| EE-610 | eMobility System Analysis & Control | 4 |
| EE-624 | Power Electronics & Applications | 4 |
| or EE-626 | Power Electronics for Vehicle Electrification | |
| EE-682 | Robot Dynamics and Control | 4 |
| EE-621 | Energy Storage Systems with EV Applications | 4 |
| ECE-610 | Modeling of Dynamic Systems | 4 |
| ECE-630 | Digital Signal Processing Techniques for Automotive Engineering | 4 |
| or EE-634 | Digital Signal Processing | |
| ECE-632 | Automotive Control Systems | 4 |
| ECE-642 | Machine Drives for Electric Vehicles | 4 |
| or EE-646 | Vector Control of AC Electric Machines | |
Courses Offered by the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
(Course prerequisites must be observed.)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| IME-603 | Numerical Control Machining | 4 |
| IME-608 | Industrial Robotics | 4 |
| IME-614 | Design for Manufacturing and Assembly | 4 |
| IME-616 | Additive Manufacturing | 4 |
| IME-622 | Simulation | 4 |
| IME-652 | Production System Design | 4 |
| IME-653 | Supply Chain Design | 4 |
| IME-662 | Ergonomics | 4 |
| IME-663 | Safety & Human Factors | 4 |
| IME-665 | Human-Computer Interaction and Interface Design | 4 |
| IME-671 | Quality Control | 4 |
| IME-673 | Design of Experiments | 4 |
| IME-676 | Lean Six Sigma | 4 |
Electives Offered by the Department of Mechanical Engineering
(Course prerequisites must be observed)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MECH-424 | Vehicle Electrification Overview | 4 |
| MECH-426 | Fuel Cell Science and Engineering | 4 |
| MECH-440 | Introduction to Internal Combustion Engines | 4 |
| MECH-442 | Chassis Systems | 4 |
| MECH-446 | Vehicle Systems Dynamics | 4 |
| MECH-451 | Vehicular Crash Dynamics and Accident Reconstruction | 4 |
| MECH-623 | Battery Science and Engineering with Applications | 4 |
| MECH-629 | Thermal Management Systems | 4 |
| MECH-635 | Digital Twins and Model-Based Engineering | 4 |
| MECH-641 | Advanced Auto Power Systems | 4 |
| MECH-643 | Noise, Vibration & Harshness | 4 |
| MECH-644 | Introduction to Automotive Powertrains | 4 |
| MECH-645 | Hybrid Electric Vehicle Propulsion | 4 |
| MECH-646 | Advanced Vehicle Dynamics | 4 |
| MECH-650 | Automotive Bioengineering: Occupant Protection and Safety | 4 |
Internships
(With approval of a faculty advisor)
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ENGR-693 Internship in Engineering | 4 | |