If you believe you should learn from the best to become the best, then come to Kettering University for the Master of Science in Engineering with concentration in Mechanical Design.  We have the experts and the theoretical knowledge-- as well as the practical expertise in industry-- to help you stand out from everyone else.  This program is intended to provide you the skills and knowledge that you need to be an engineering leader in our global society.  You will be exposed to sound engineering practices and very practical examples of their application in modern industry. 

The Mechanical Design program is available through our unique video-based distance learning delivery method.  It’s just like having class in your living room...or wherever you want!

For information on our distance learning delivery and other Graduate Degree programs and certificates, please visit the Graduate Program website.  Or Request Information or Apply Now!

Program Curriculum (Ten classes total, 40 credit hours) 

  • IME-660 Design for Manufacture and Assembly
  • MECH-516 Intro to Finite Element Analysis with Structural Applications
  • MECH-600 Engineering Mathematics with Applications
  • MECH-610 Mechanics of Materials I: Linear Elasticity
  • MECH-611 Mechanics of Materials II: Nonlinear Elastic-Plastic Behavior
  • MECH-615 Engineering Optimization
  • MECH-643 Noise, Vibration, & Harshness
  • FINC-619 Financial Management 
  • Plus 2 electives from approved list