The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) at the University of California, Riverside (UCR) offers the opportunity for graduate study in specialized areas of mechanical engineering. It is composed of 26 faculty members and roughly 90 graduate students. We offer both Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) programs with a large variety of research activities.
Why Choose Mechanical Engineering at UC Riverside?
Innovative Research - Cutting-edge research activities by a young and energetic ME faculty span seven broad areas. They include energy processing, bio-applications, nano and microscale engineering, computation and design, materials properties and processing, multiphase flow and combustion, and air quality and fire engineering. Faculty directed research is sponsored by federal agencies (NSF, NIH, DOE, ARO, AFOSR, USDAFS, ONR, etc.), state agencies (Cal Trans, CIEE, UCTC, etc.), and industrial sponsors (Raytheon, Aeptec, Lockheed, W.M. Keck Foundation, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Bourns Inc., etc.)
ME faculty participate in a wide range of college-wide and campus-wide research centres and initiatives. Various ME faculty are associated with the Center for Environmental Research and Technology (CE-CERT), which works closely with industry to transition to broad application technologies such as autonomous vehicles, biofuels, engines that use alternative fuels and computer models of highway air quality. ME faculty play a crucial role in the Winston Chung Energy Center, which focuses on the development of materials and devices for energy storage. Such technologies could dramatically increase the range of electric vehicles, enabling their widespread use with all its beneficial effects with respect of pollution and air quality. ME faculty also participate in the UC Riverside Stem Cell Center by developing devices for the precise manipulation of stem cells, thus offering new engineering tools to enable the development of regenerative medicine techniques.
Mechanical engineering masters programs can lead to a wide range of career paths. Here are just a few possibilities:
Aerospace Engineer - Guide the development of the latest machinery in defense and intelligence, including missiles, aircraft and even spacecraft. Aerospace engineers work to create innovative solutions to help keep people safe and advance humanity through technology.
Our mechanical engineering masters degree delivers the advanced engineering skills to help you make an impact as a leader in aerospace engineering. Learn more about the degree that can get you there.
Hydraulics Engineer
Lead the design, testing and deployment of hydraulics systems in vehicles and heavy machinery. Hydraulics engineers build and refine equipment that is essential to machinery-intensive industries, such as natural disaster management, heavy duty construction and deepwater drilling, while also investigating malfunctions to ensure user safety and product effectiveness.
A masters in mechanical engineering can provide focused expertise to help you excel in the world of hydraulics. Learn more about the degree that can get you there.
Product Design Engineer
Pursue an exciting career designing commercial products and bringing them to the marketplace. Product design engineers rely on their technological background and flair for innovation to manage the creation process within a variety of different industries, including wireless communication and industrial automation.
A masters degree in mechanical engineering from UCR can provide you with the specialized tools to become a hands-on leader in product design. Learn more about the degree that can get you there.
