MASTER OF IN AUTOMOTIVE EVENING GRADUATE PROGRAM F OR Y OUR C OMPETITIVE E DGE

awrence Tech's Master “Lawrence Tech offered me an opportunity to Lof Science in Automo- continue with my full-time position during the tive Engineering program is day while pursuing an advanced degree in the designed for working profes- evening. Based on theory and current industry sionals who are graduates of practices, the program increased my knowledge, ABET-accredited undergrad- abilities, and insight in my specialty.” uate mechanical or programs. All Joe Palazzolo, course work is offered in the Technical Specialist, Visteon Automotive evenings. Working students can complete their studies in approximately two years. two classes per night. changed without affecting the Class times vary by course, Lawrence Tech's M.A.S.E. complete automobile. Woven generally meeting two or program seeks to help you throughout each course is the three hours per night, one or use and improve your leader- recognition that in such a two nights per week. Courses ship skills in the field of complex all areas of usually start at 5:45 p.m. automotive engineering, a corporation must behave as Students take no more than from the beginning of strate- a single entity to achieve gic planning, design, and product goals. product engineering, to man- The M.S.A.E. is an inter- ufacturing and engineering disciplinary program admin- management. istered by the College of Key to the program is the Engineering. A candidate's concept that there is but one background is assessed as system to be concerned with – part of the admissions the complete automobile. process and the precore Everything else is a sub- cross-training courses are system to the vehicle, and waived if students have had sub-systems cannot be equivalent courses in their curricula. The program starts “The program is sensitive to the full-time work- with cross-training and is ing and instructors are flexible about followed by eight core the student work-and-travel schedules. The courses. instructors blend practical industry applications with analytical material.” ELECTRICAL take: Jerry Bradford, • Introduction to Thermal Supervisor, Vehicle Development, DaimlerChrysler Corporation Systems • Introduction to Mechanical The Lawrence Tech ideas with other top students Systems Advantage who represent a variety of leading manufacturers and MECHANICAL engineers The M.S.A.E. draws upon suppliers. Students work in take: the best resources of the teams on assigned projects in • Circuits and Electronics entire University. many courses and develop • Electrical Machines and Most Lawrence Tech grad- strong relationships with the Controls uate engineering faculty have technical experts from indus- doctoral degrees and are try. Developing professional ALL engineers take: eight and personal relationships core courses and two electives. involved in applied research and consulting. Adjunct fac- with other graduate students Core Courses ulty include highly qualified will help you enhance your • Automotive Electrical experts currently in automo- own career goals and expand Systems tive industry who expose you your understanding of the • Automotive Manufacturing to the field's latest advance- auto industry. • Automotive Mechanical ments and knowledge. As a graduate student, Systems Lawrence Tech's educational you'll enjoy complete access • Body and Chassis Systems philosophy is highlighted in to Lawrence Tech's full • Engineering Analysis the University motto: theory service campus, including • Engineering Management and practice. the library, bookstore, dining • Powertrain Systems 1- Another major attribute of facilities, recreational field Engines the M.S.A.E. program is the house, and plenty of • Powertrain Systems 2- student body itself.You will convenient free parking. Transmissions (Manual participate and exchange and Automatic) “The program has made a positive impact on Electives my life. I feel more confident at work and it • Advanced Automotive has helped me grow as a professional. It has Driveline Systems Design also made me more marketable. This program 1 and 2 is realistic and useful in the automotive • Advanced Automotive HVAC engineering world.” • Advanced CAD/FEA Engineering Kerry Charnesky, • Advanced Vehicle Dynamics Engineer, General Motors Corporation • Emission Control Systems • Engineering Materials • Fasteners and Bolted Joints • Graduate Directed Study • Hybrid Electric Vehicles • Polymer Materials and Processes • Thesis 1 and 2 Getting Started: Applicants who do not meet the TOEFL examination. Admissions all conditions for regular Conditional students will be admission may be considered granted regular status after Admission as a regular for conditional admission by maintaining a minimum 3.00 M.S.A.E. student requires: the Engineering Graduate GPA in three consecutive Admissions Committee, pro- graduate level courses. • Bachelor of Science in an vided they demonstrate an Complete information on electrical or mechanical engi- exceptionally high aptitude admissions, financial aid, neering program, or equiva- and promise for doing gradu- and campus housing is avail- lent, accredited by ABET; ate work in this area and hold able from the Admissions a Bachelor of Science degree Office. Use the attached card • Minimum undergraduate in engineering. Applicants or phone toll free: grade point average of 3.00 may be required to take the 1-800-CALL LTU, ext. 1, or (B average); GRE examination, and pass e-mail [email protected]/.

• Demonstration of high potential for success based “LTU's M.S.A.E. program offers the novice and on the following documents: experienced engineer in the and outstanding opportunity to obtain a • Graduate and Profesional world-class quality education in all aspects of Programs application for the automobile. The program provides in-depth admissions; coverage of a broad range of current topics and is a must for anyone who strives to be a recog- • Three letters of recom- nized expert in the automotive world.” mendation; (At least one letter from employer Roy W. Goudy, documenting professional Manager, Aisin World Corp. of America experience and one letter from a professor if you have graduated within the last three years);

• Official transcripts of all college work completed;

• A resume including experience and extracur- ricular activities; and a

• Statement of purpose that includes personal and professional achievements. E NGINEER Y OUR F UTURE

awrence Tech has Llong played a signifi- cant role in advancing the

region's leadership in engi-

neering. The University grew

up virtually next door to

Henry Ford as he perfected

his moving assembly line. In

the years since then, many

other automotive innova-

tions have come about through the leadership of Lawrence Tech

graduates.

If and engineering is your career field, seek out the

degree that focuses on your special needs – Lawrence Tech's

Master of Science in Automotive Engineering – right here at the

“The program has helped me understand center of the Auto- many aspects of automotive engineering that were gray areas. I can now understand motive Capital of limitations and tradeoffs with areas of automo- tive engineering, which has helped me make the World! more informed decisions required to engineer the modern automobile.”

Mark S. Kovalsky, P.E., Project Engineer, Lawrence Tech in Brief

Lawrence Tech's College of Engineering includes four departments – - ing, electrical and , , and engineering technology. It offers one of the most popular and highly respected programs in the state. Founded in 1932, Lawrence Tech is one of Michigan's largest independent universities and enrolls some 5,000 students. The University offers nearly 50 associate, bachelor, master's, and doctoral programs through Colleges of Architecture and Design, Arts and , Engineering, and Management.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATORY POLICY Lawrence Technological University adheres and conforms to all federal, state, and local civil rights regulations, statutes, and ordinances. No person, student, faculty, or staff member will knowingly be discriminated against relative to the above statutes. LAWRENCE TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

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