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.

Opptak til nano-SE PhD-programmet krever en bachelor- eller mastergrad i en ingeniør- eller naturvitenskapelig disiplin basert på naturvitenskap. Kurset Introduksjon til nanovitenskap tilbys for studenter med en rekke bakgrunner som en introduksjon til nanoteknologi. Sjekk med avdelingen din for å finne ut om studiepoeng for dette kurset kan brukes på graden din.

Ph.D. i Data Science and Engineering er et felles samarbeidsprogram mellom elektroteknikk og informatikk, industriteknikk og matematikkavdelinger. Datavitenskap er et raskt voksende tverrfaglig felt som involverer forskere fra mange STEM-disipliner med applikasjoner som finnes gjennom vitenskap og ingeniørfag. Fremgangen innen forretningsanalyse kan tilskrives datavitenskap og har vist seg å låse opp handlingskraftig intelligens og innsikt.

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 utvikler sikkerhetsmiljøer seg raskt og krever strategiske tenkere utstyrt med tillit og problemløsende ferdigheter for å lede organisasjonene sine trygt og sikkert inn i fremtiden.