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Water resources engineering is the study and management of equipment, facilities and techniques that are used to manage and preserve life's most plentiful resource. Read More about What is Water Resources Engineering?
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Water availability and quality remain fundamental challenges in most parts of the world, meaning that the special skills of hydrologists will be in high demand in the years ahead. According… Read More about Career spotlight: Hydrologist
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Air pollution is a major risk to human health and prosperity. In 2016, the World Bank estimated that pollution’s worldwide annual toll on welfare – including health expenses and income… Read More about How Environmental Engineers Help with Air Pollution Control
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Agricultural engineers are the unsung heroes of a vital industry. While farmers themselves receive much of the credit for sustaining the world’s food supply, they rely extensively on the expertise… Read More about Career spotlight: Agricultural engineer
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Water has sometimes been called “the new oil” due to its centrality to the sustainability of human communities. Like oil, water is also now viewed through the prism of scarcity. While… Read More about Industry Spotlight: Roles for Engineers in Water Conservation
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Environmental engineering helps improve people's way of life and the world as a whole. Essentially, it improves processes in the environment that are very fundamental to life. Read More about What Are Advanced Water Treatment Processes?
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The University of California, Riverside
One of the 10 universities that make up the prestigious University of California system, UC Riverside takes great pride in its reputation as a premier research institution, with $115 million in annual research funding. We are a pillar of academic diversity, attracting innovative minds from all demographics and walks of life.
Bourns College of Engineering
The Bourns College of Engineering at the University of California, Riverside has been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as the top public engineering college of its size in the nation. We are a leader in engineering research, receiving more than $30 million for sponsored research annually.
Cost of Attendance
Tuition
Per Credit Hour: $833
Total Tuition: $29,988
Fees
Application Fee: $80 non-refundable fee
Books/Supplies: Other additional fees include books and an online
proctoring service. The online proctoring service charges $16 for the first hour and $7 per each additional hour.
Travel/Residency: None
Admission Requirements
The following criteria are considered during the admission process for the M.S. in Engineering program:
Program Curriculum
The online Master of Science in Engineering is a comprehensive engineering program that encompasses both leadership strategy and technical skills. Coursework includes 16 credits of core engineering classes, plus 16 credits within your specialization, helping you tailor the program to your area of expertise. To accommodate busy professionals, the online Master of Science in Engineering does not include a required residency. Instead, students participate in 4 one-credit capstone courses throughout the program, providing a rich learning experience that comes with maximum flexibility.
Core (16 credit hours)
Engineering in the Global Environment (4)
Technology Innovation and Strategy for Engineers (4)
Introduction to Systems Engineering (4)
Principles of Engineering Management (4)
Bioengineering Specialization (16 credit hours)
Engineering Analysis of Physiological Systems (4)
Cellular and Molecular Engineering (4)
Integration of Computational and Experimental Biology (4)
Biotransport Phenomena (4)
Materials at the Nanoscale Specialization (16 credit hours)
Thermodynamic Foundations of Materials (4)
Crystal Structure and Bonding (4)
Nanoscale Science and Engineering (4)
Introduction to Microelectromechanical Systems (4)
Environmental Engineering (Water) Specialization (16 credit hours)
Water Chemistry in Natural and Engineered Systems (4)
Physical and Chemical Separation Processes (4)
Biological Treatment Processes (4)
Advanced Treatment Systems (4)
Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) Specialization (16 credit hours)
Intro to Engineering Optimization Techniques (4)
Power Systems Analysis (4)
Power Electronics (4)
Electric Drives (4)
Introduction to Smart Grid (4)
Power System Steady State and Market (4)
Mechanical Engineering Specialization (16 credit hours)
Plasma-aided Manufacturing and Materials Processing (4)
Secure and Reliable Control Systems (4)
Sustainable Product Design (4)
Fundamentals of Fluid Mechanics (4)
Capstone (4 credit hours)
Capstone Course A, B, C, D (1)
Total: 36 credits
Faculty Information
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Academic Calendar and Deadlines
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