Doctor of Philosophy in Mechanical Engineering - CAE and Design

The goal of the CAE-Design Research Group is to develop computer-based, systems-oriented methods and the supporting infrastructure that facilitate the effective design and realization of engineering products and systems for the global marketplace. Our research focus includes Computer-Aided Design (CAD), Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE), Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), Distributed Design and Manufacturing, Information Engineering, and design as a science and discipline in itself.

Applications focus on methods and tools to support engineering analyses, design, manufacture, operations, service, product recycling, and sustainability. Over the years, our funding has come from the National Science Foundation (NSF), National Institute of Standards and Technology/Advanced Technology Program (NIST/ATP), Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), US Air Force Research Lab (USAFRL), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), Semiconductor Research Corporation (SRC), and automotive, aerospace, electronics, and other industry.

The following undergraduate degree GPAs are required:

At least 3.3 GPA for the Master's and Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering programs
In general, international students pursuing a terminal M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering will not be admitted, with three exceptions:
Students who are applying to study at the Georgia Tech Lorraine campus.
Students who are Fulbright Fellowship awardees (or with fellowships from their home countries that pay tuition and fees along with a stipend for living expenses).
Students who graduated with the B.S.M.E. from Georgia Tech.

IELTS Requirements - 7.0 Overall (6.5 Reading, Listening, and Speaking, Writing 5.5)
TOEFL Requirements:
Minimum Score Required:
Internet-based: 94, with minimum section scores of 19