Online Master of Engineering – Systems Engineering Emphasis

Arizona State University’s Master of Engineering (MEng) with an emphasis in systems engineering online helps you advance in your field by developing knowledge relevant to your professional interests. This advanced engineering degree with an interdisciplinary approach allows you to play a key role in creating, analyzing and improving a wide range of products, processes and services.

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Quick facts

Next start date:

Next start date: 05/16/2024


Total classes:

Total classes: 10

Weeks per class:

Weeks per class: 7.5-15

Total credit hours:

Total credit hours: 30

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What you’ll learn in this systems engineering master’s emphasis

In this systems engineering master’s emphasis, you’ll explore the development and enhancement of all types of engineered systems from phone networks and supply chains to business software. The primary goals for all system engineers are defining needs and supporting risk management.

Throughout your coursework, you’ll focus on foundational concepts that build a broader perspective on topics such as design synthesis, engineering and system management and system validation. You’ll build the knowledge and abilities needed to comprehend complex projects in a holistic sense, including:

  • Connecting system concepts and designs with their practical, day-to-day uses.
  • Identifying potential problems that can arise in systems and crafting solutions.
  • Understanding how the many components of a system function together and support each other.

In addition to these skills, you’ll have the opportunity to choose one specialized topic to focus your elective courses on, including hardware, innovation and entrepreneurship, quality and reliability, software or supply chains. You can also take a combination of electives that qualify you for Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.

Who’s a good candidate for this MEng?

 

The ideal candidate for this systems engineering master’s emphasis already has a career in a field such as engineering, consulting, operations, manufacturing or transportation. More broadly, this program is fitting for applicants with an interest in the early-stage needs and requirements of a manufacturing or development cycle. Completion of courses in differential and integral calculus, calculus-based probability and statistics and operations research is also crucial.

What is a degree emphasis? Is it the same as a concentration?

 

A degree emphasis is similar to a concentration, but there are key differences.

  • A concentration is a formalized selection of courses within a major. A concentration requires a minimum of 15 credit hours of which at least nine credit hours must be upper division. Your concentration appears on both your ASU diploma and your transcripts.
  • An emphasis is a selected topic area defined within the major. It’s typically 9–12 credit hours and doesn’t need to be officially declared. The emphasis will not appear on your diploma or transcripts.

Will my engineering master's degree say 'online'?

No, Arizona State University’s diplomas don’t specify whether you earn your degree online or in person. All diplomas and transcripts simply say “Arizona State University.”

Please note your diploma will state the degree you earn: Master of Engineering. Your emphasis in systems engineering will not appear on your diploma or transcripts.

MEng and systems engineering courses

Designed for working professionals, this program emphasizes hands-on practice, building experience relevant to your industry. Your course schedule is customizable to fit your career goals. For core courses, you’ll select one engineering management course and five systems-specific courses that align with your systems engineering emphasis. Finally, you’ll select two elective courses and either an applied project or Six Sigma capstone project if you’re admitted into the concurrent Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification.


Core

Advanced Quality Control


Core

Design of Experiments


Core

Engineering Administration


Core

Enterprise Modeling


Core

Introduction to Systems Engineering


Core

Project Management


Core

Reliability Engineering


Core

Risk Management


Prepare for senior and leadership roles in systems engineering

This program can support your current career and make you a more attractive candidate for new systems engineering positions. Upon graduation, you’ll be equipped with the competencies needed to compete for leadership roles in a wide range of industries. Common career paths for graduates include, but aren’t limited to:

Aerospace

Information technology

Manufacturing

Operations

Transportation

Distinguished educators set the stage for academic achievement

Of the 350+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the majority have been honored with the highest awards in their fields. Faculty milestones include:

  • National Academy of Engineering members.
  • National Academy of Sciences member.
  • National Academy of Inventors members.
  • National Academy of Construction members.
  • More than 42 NSF CAREER Awards for early career faculty in the last four years.

Distinguished educators set the stage for academic achievement

Of the 350+ faculty members in Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering, the majority have been honored with the highest awards in their fields. Faculty milestones include:

  • National Academy of Engineering members.
  • National Academy of Sciences member.
  • National Academy of Inventors members.
  • National Academy of Construction members.
  • More than 42 NSF CAREER Awards for early career faculty in the last four years.

How to apply

Applicants to the Master of Engineering program with an emphasis in systems engineering must fulfill the requirements of both the Graduate College and the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering.

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Tuition calculator

Use our calculator to estimate your full-time or part-time tuition fees for this program prior to any financial aid. Keep in mind that most of our students receive financial aid, which can reduce out-of-pocket costs. Learn more.

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