Students must elect to pursue a specialization in Geology, Geological Engineering, or Mining Engineering. Those interested in paleontology at the PhD level enroll in the Geology Specialization. Each specialization has different background and program requirements. The available coursework and current faculty expertise support the following areas of concentration.

The doctor of philosophy program in materials engineering and science (MES) offers a student the opportunity to expand his/her knowledge and understanding of the science and technology of materials production, behavior, and applications. The student will undertake multidisciplinary approaches, combining the basic elements of both engineering and science, to the solution of materials-related problems. Because such problems are found in every science and engineering discipline, the degree applicant has considerable flexibility in the selection of the department in which to pursue dissertation research, within the confines of the applicant‘s academic preparation and interests. Candidates will study either a science or engineering emphasis within the MES Ph.D. program. For example, research emphasis may be placed on improving processes for the production of metallic, polymeric, ceramic, or other structural or electronic materials. Alternatively, the degree candidate may investigate mechanisms for improving material properties, which in turn, could lead to new or better applications. Classroom and individualized instruction will provide the necessary theory to complement such creative activities.

Optagelse på nano-SE ph.d.-uddannelsen kræver en bachelor- eller kandidatgrad i en ingeniør- eller naturvidenskabelig disciplin baseret på fysisk videnskab. Kurset Introduktion til nanovidenskab tilbydes til studerende med en række baggrunde som en introduktion til nanoteknologi. Spørg din afdeling for at afgøre, om merit for dette kursus kan anvendes til din grad.

Ph.D. i Data Science and Engineering er et fælles samarbejdsprogram mellem Elektroteknik og Datalogi, Industriteknik og Matematikafdelinger. Datavidenskab er et hurtigt voksende tværfagligt område, der involverer forskere fra mange STEM-discipliner med applikationer, der findes inden for videnskab og teknik. Fremgangen inden for forretningsanalyse kan tilskrives datavidenskab og har vist sig at låse op for handlingsdygtig intelligens og indsigt.

The PhD program in electrical engineering prepares students for a career in academia or research-focused careers in electrical engineering that support research commercialization prospects, drive innovation, and increase entrepreneurial opportunities.

I dag udvikler sikkerhedsmiljøer hurtigt og kræver strategiske tænkere, der er udstyret med tillid og problemløsningskompetencer til at lede deres organisationer sikkert og sikkert ind i fremtiden.