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Master of Science in Engineering

The CNU College of Engineering offers Bachelor and Master of Science in Engineering degrees with electives in computer, electrical, environmental, and mechanical engineering, and a Bachelor of Computer Science. At the undergraduate level, basic sciences and general engineering are highlighted to help the student evolve into a well-rounded engineer with strengths in the area of his/her choice. At the graduate level, students and faculty work closely together to choose a sub-discipline that complements the individual’s work environment. For example, a computer engineering student could specialize in microprocessors or switching theory; an electrical engineering student could specialize in electronics power distribution, control systems, or communications; an environmental engineering student could take classes in hazardous waste management, transport phenomena, or air pollution control, a mechanical engineering student could specialize in thermodynamics or mechanical design; and a computer science student could specialize in advanced computer architecture or programming languages.

Master of Science in Engineering degree applicants are expected to have already obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or in a related field usually with a cumulative GPA of 3.0. Students with a non-engineering undergraduate degree may need additional calculus, physics and 300-level and 400-level engineering courses to prepare them for engineering graduate courses. The Master of Science in Engineering requires successful completion of 36 units of academic work and students are expected to maintain a GPA of 3.0. This work includes a graduate core program designed to provide a background in advanced engineering mathematics and an introduction to concepts related to engineering management; an elective program chosen from the elective areas of computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, environmental engineering, and quality assurance science; and a master’s project involving research, development and a final report.

Accreditation

California National University for Advanced Studies is nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC), Washington, D.C. (www.detc.org). The Accrediting Commission of the DETC is listed by the U.S. Department of Education as a nationally recognized accrediting agency and is a recognized member of the Council of the Higher Education Accreditation.
California National University for Advanced Studies is granted Institutional Approval to provide degree programs by the authority of the California Bureau for Private Postsecondary and Vocational Education in accordance with the provisions of California Education Code Section 94310. California National University for Advanced Studies is approved to participate in the voluntary education tuition assistance program administered by the Defense Activity on Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES). All California National University for Advanced Studies programs are approved by the Veterans Administration under the G.I. Bill and VEAP.