MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS ENGINEERING PROGRAM

During the program's capstone course, two manufacturing systems engineering students worked on an on-site project at Rockwell Automation, Richland Center, Wisconsin. Rockwell Automation implemented the project based on the students' work. Left to right: The students, Jitesh Mehta and Ernest Nicolas, confer with Rockwell Automation shop floor control manager Scott Gilson and information technology manager William Molek. (Large image)

WORLD-CLASS INTERDISCIPLINARY EDUCATION FOR ENGINEERING MANAGERS

The Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering (MSE) at UW-Madison was the first of its kind in the United States. Recognized internationally as a leading provider of cross-functional engineers, the MSE Program equips leaders to manage manufacturing in the global marketplace. With more than 400 alumni leading operations and driving change worldwide, the MSE degree is a highly recognized credential.

The MSE degree is multidisciplinary, integrating courses in engineering, business, computer sciences and statistics. Alongside a flexibly self-designed curriculum, students experience frequent practical interaction with leading manufacturing firms, engaging in team projects in the field, internships and industry collaborations.

MSE students experience:

• Hands-on problem-solving in the design, development, implementation and operation of modern manufacturing systems;

• Concepts of computer-aided design, manufacturing and engineering;

• An industry perspective of engineering and management issues via case studies, seminars and guest lectures by leading private-sector executives;

• An integrated learning environment in the capstone course — a unique, team-based project sited on the shop floors and management offices of our corporate partners.

17 MS DEGREES AWARDED IN 2001–02

Seventeen students earned degrees in the past year. Skilled beyond a narrow specialty and prepared to lead technical teams, these graduates are in high demand among employers seeking flexible engineers. Graduates continually prove themselves on the job, implementing advanced manufacturing projects requiring superb communication between management and mechanical, industrial, electrical, and process engineers. Ninety-nine percent of MSE graduates accept permanent positions by graduation day.