Degree Requirements
Degree Timelines
General Expectations
Procedures
Department Resources
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Is a thesis required for the Masters of Engineering degree?
No. A final oral examination is requried only if a creative component is included in the program of study.
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What is the first form that all students must complete, and when should this be done?
All students must complete the Committee Appointment form within the first semester. This form can be found on the Graduate College website.
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Who should be concerned about safety in the lab?
EVERYONE
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Where can you find forms (such as the Program of Study or Committee Appointment form)?
Forms can be found on the Graduate College website, under "Current Students".
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What does the acronym DOGE stand for, and who is the DOGE for the MSE department?
Director of Graduate Education, Dr. Ralph Napolitano
200
Should Masters of Engineering students enroll in MSE 699?
No. Masters of Engineering is a coursework based degree. 699 is only for research.
200
What is the second form that all students must complete, and when should this be done?
All students must submit a Program of Study within the first semester. This form can be found on the Graduate College website.
200
Who should you notify if you are planning a vacation or absence?
Always discuss absences with your major professor.
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What should you do with a completed form?
Have it signed by the appropriate faculty members (usually your major professor and committee members), and submit the form to the Graduate Program Coordinator (Ellie Mendoza).
200
Who should you contact with issues regarding LOIs, tuition, or stipends?
Ellie Mendoza in 2240 Hoover Hall
300
What is the minimum GPA required for the MS degree?
3.0
300
How does a PhD student get admitted for candidacy?
By satisfactorily completing the five courses required by the Qualifying Standards.
300
Whose responsibility is it to maintain a clean and safe lab environment?
It is EVERYONE'S responsibility to ensure that labs are kept clean and are safe environments to work in.
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How do I obtain the DOGE's signature?
Give the form to the Graduate Program Coordinator (Ellie Mendoza). She will confirm that the requirements are met and have the DOGE sign the form.
300
Who is the MSE safety coordinator?
Dr. Gaoyuan Ouyang
400
What is the minimum grade required for the PhD core courses (MSE 510, 520, 530, 540)?
A "B" (Not a "B-"!)
400
How much time must elapse after the Preliminary Oral Exam before the Final Oral Exam can be taken for PhD students?
Six months (minimum) or more.
400
Whose responsibility is it to make sure that all requirements are completed by the deadline?
It is the student's responsibility. The Department and Graduate College staff are here to help with these deadlines, but it is ultimately the responsibility of the student to ensure that requirements are completed by the deadlines.
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How do I submit a form to the Graduate College?
Always submit your form to the Graduate Program Coordinator (Ellie Mendoza). She will submit your form to the Graduate College.
400
Where should you go to purchase chemicals/lab equipment/etc.?
Dr. Gaoyuan Ouyang or Karen Knight can assist with placing orders. Make sure that all purchases have been approved by your major professor/research group before speaking with either of them.
500
What MSE students are required to take GRST 565?
ALL MSE STUDENTS
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What is the deadline for declaring a minor or second major for PhD students?
These must be declared before the Preliminary Oral Examination.
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What are the consequences if a student does not complete requirements by the deadline?
This will delay graduation, delay degree progress, and delay your registration. This costs you more time and money.
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What happens if you don't follow the procedures for submitting forms?
Your forms will be rejected. This will delay graduation, delay degree progress, and delay your registration. This costs you more time and money.
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Who should you contact for technical support?
Email msetech@iastate.edu
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