PhD - Doctor of Philosophy in Engineering

This is an interdisciplinary degree with a strong research emphasis. The program prepares candidates for both academic and industry careers. Interdisciplinary graduate degrees have been advocated in recent reports by the National Academy of Engineering and the National Research Council, among others. This degree focuses on the technical strengths and research focal areas of the Institute for Micro manufacturing and the Trenchless Technology Center and the Center for Applied Physics study. Students must choose research projects for their dissertation in thematic areas closely aligned with these Centers. The following curricula are offered in the PhD Engineering program at this time: Micro/Nanotechnology and Micro/Nanoelectronics Emphasis, Materials and Construction Systems Emphasis, Engineering Physics Track.