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The Department of Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley (UTRGV) delivers a high-quality education focused on engineering design, innovation, and management. With a unique, forward-thinking curriculum supported by expert faculty and state-of-the-art facilities, the department prepares future leaders in advanced manufacturing and engineering management. Students benefit from hands-on research opportunities and industry internships that strengthen their technical skills, deepen their understanding of real-world applications, and foster a commitment to lifelong learning.
Academic Programs
Bachelor's
Bachelor's Degree
Manufacturing Engineering (BSMFGE)
Bachelor of Science Manufacturing Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering
Program Modality: Campus
The Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering provides a unique curriculum supported by renowned faculty, cutting-edge equipment, and facilities to prepare future leaders in advanced manufacturing and engineering management. The manufacturing engineering program is one of only two programs in the State of Texas.
This program provides opportunities for industrial internships at world-renowned companies and research experiences at national labs on topics related to Additive Manufacturing, Robotics and Autonomy, and AI and Sensing for Autonomy of Processes and Products. Students will enhance their engineering skills and gain a better understanding of industrial management and mechanical engineering skills, coupled with knowledge of computer science, economics, and innovation. This program houses the UTRGV Center for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation and Cyber Systems, which provides research opportunities for students on modern manufacturing processes, digital twin, industry autonomy, and cyber manufacturing systems. Students will learn how to apply knowledge through realistic scenarios using state-of-the-art laboratory equipment. The experience students gain can lead to pursuing a graduate degree or a job in the industry.
This program is accredited by the Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology - Engineering Accreditation Commission (ABET-EAC).
Master's
Master's Degree
Engineering Management (MS)
Master of Science in Engineering Management
Program Modality: Online
Program Modality: Campus
Program Modality: Campus and Online
The Master's in Engineering Management program provides students with an understanding of the engineering relationships between the management tasks of planning, organization, leadership, and control with the human element in production, research, and service organizations. Students have the opportunity to strengthen their technical education and acquire the skills to manage and lead engineers and engineering systems.
The Master's degree in Engineering Management focuses on skills and expertise to help the graduate manage other engineers and personnel in technical or production environments. Students will evaluate economic and financial structures and their implications for engineering systems. They will also develop fundamental skills in negotiations, marketing, decision analysis, and risk assessment for effective engineering management.
On-Campus: Curriculum
Online: Curriculum
Master's Degree
Manufacturing Engineering (MSE)
Master of Science Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering
Program Modality: Campus
The Master’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering is designed to help practicing engineers and managers with extensive engineering experience in manufacturing. With a combination of engineering, physical sciences, and business, this program prepares graduate students for better opportunities in manufacturing industries. Students will also have the opportunity to work on research projects with faculty that can prepare them for a doctoral program in this field.