North Carolina State University

Overview
Distance education, or DELTA (Distance Education and Learning Technology Applications), at North Carolina State University attracts more than 14,000 students each year. The school currently offers 68 distance education degrees, certificates, lateral entry or teacher licensure programs, and subject specializations in a variety of disciplines. Advanced studies are available in Engineering, Environmental Sciences, Teacher Education, and other subject areas for professional development or to help distance learners prepare for a new career. In 1978, the university's College of Engineering established what has now become Engineering Online to remove the barriers of the physical campus and engage students around the world, thus enabling participants to remotely access the same quality education and academic resources available to on-campus students.

Student Appeal
Online learning confers flexibility in time and place to acquire a solid education, with no for campus attendance. Students who are employed full-time may enroll in just two courses per semester. In addition to achieving new competencies, the graduate degree they earn from NC State, a well-established and recognized university, will enhance their career opportunities.

Financial
Pell Grants and other federal student loans are available to eligible students.

School Facts & Figures

  • Accreditation: Regional, CCSACS
  • Size: Large (more than 10,000)
  • Type: Public, 4-Year
  • Religious Affiliation: N/A
  • Academic Affiliation: N/A
  • Career Services: Yes
  • Course Schedule: Semester, 12 Weeks
  • Credit Options: Transfer
  • Scholarships Offered: Yes
  • Loans Offered: Pell Grant, FAFSA

Programs Offered:
  • Master of Biological and Agricultural EngineeringMaster of Biological and Agricultural Engineering
    Designed for working professionals seeking advanced study beyond the undergraduate level, this program focuses on environmental engineering, with courses to accommodate bioprocess engineering interests. Graduates are capable of developing methods to conserve soil and water as well as to improve the processing of agricultural products, working and solving issues regarding water and air pollution, ecosystem maintenance, recycling, waste disposal, and public health.
  • Master of Civil EngineeringMaster of Civil Engineering
    Students of this program can choose an area of concentration from a selection that includes construction engineering and management, geotechnical, structures and mechanics, transportation systems, and water resources. The coursework discuss topics pertinent to civil engineering such as traffic operations, analysis and design of masonry structures, construction project management, geosynthetics, and unsaturated soil mechanics.
  • Master of Environmental EngineeringMaster of Environmental Engineering
    This curriculum features specializations such as air quality and air pollution prevention and control, groundwater hydrology, contamination and remediation, geoenvironmental engineering, environmental exposure and risk assessment, solid waste management, water and water treatment, and water resources. Enrollees explore subjects from principles of environmental engineering and hydraulics to environmental risk analysis and bioprocess technology for a comprehensive education.
  • Master of Industrial EngineeringMaster of Industrial Engineering
    Providing graduate-level education in the theory and practice of industrial engineering, this program enables graduates to work as industrial engineers in a variety of fields, such as manufacturing, health care, entertainment, shipping and logistics, public utilities, telecommunications and management consulting. The courses cover safety engineering, human factors in systems design, automated systems engineering, and other pertinent subjects.
  • Master of Integrated Manufacturing Systems EngineeringMaster of Integrated Manufacturing Systems Engineering
    With courses in quality engineering, logistics engineering, production planning, inventory control, and more, this program offers students an opportunity to solidify their knowledge in the theory and practice of integrated manufacturing systems engineering through a multidisciplinary approach. Core specializations include manufacturing systems, logistics, mechatronics, and biomanufacturing.
  • Master of Materials Science and EngineeringMaster of Materials Science and Engineering
    Students can pursue a degree in the materials science and engineering program that is centered on a strong core curriculum on nanostructured and thin film materials. In addition, it offers coursework on modern concepts in materials science, polymer technology, composite materials, materials forensic, mechanical behavior of engineering materials, and many other subjects to create a solid foundation of expertise.
  • Master of Nuclear EngineeringMaster of Nuclear Engineering
    This degree program features the first-in-the-nation university nuclear reactor program along with research in fission, fusion, radiation physics and applications. Students receive thorough education and training in reactor engineering, radiation safety and shielding, nuclear materials, nuclear physics, and other subjects essential to master the science of nuclear engineering.
  • Master of Science in Aerospace EngineeringMaster of Science in Aerospace Engineering
    In this program, enrollees select courses from an offering of concentrations such as aerospace structures, materials and control, aerodynamics, fluid mechanics and propulsion. Courses feature instruction and training in fluid dynamics, advanced propulsion, acoustic radiation, mechatronic control and design, mechanics of composite structures, and other related topics.
  • Master of Science in Chemical EngineeringMaster of Science in Chemical Engineering
    This program encompasses courses and electives in polymers, biotechnology, environmental science and electronic materials. Coursework in polymer technology, biomedical engineering, molecular cell engineering, thermodynamics, and advanced chemical reaction engineering ensure competent graduates and future chemical engineers.
  • Master of Science in Computer EngineeringMaster of Science in Computer Engineering
    This program offers a range of courses in digital communications, neural networks, advanced feedback control, system control engineering, and similar topics to complement its strengths in networking, VLSI systems, and computer architecture.
  • Master of Science in Computer NetworkingMaster of Science in Computer Networking
    This curriculum prepares individuals for further graduate study or for employment in an industrial research, development or design environment. Students learn how to design, implement, support, and service computer networks, as well as analyze and manage them strategically.
  • Master of Science in Electrical EngineeringMaster of Science in Electrical Engineering
    At the base of this degree lies a solid core of programs in power electronics, power systems, photonics, and signal processing, featuring courses on the design of electromechanical systems, electronic packaging and interconnects, renewable electric energy systems, and more.
  • Master of Science in Mechanical EngineeringMaster of Science in Mechanical Engineering
    From heat transfer theory and applications to finite element analysis, principles of structural vibration to real time robotics, this program is designed for students with a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering (or related field) to gain advanced knowledge in mechanical engineer and to further their career.

North Carolina State University

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