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October 19, 2026

Navigate Your Graduate Pathway: MEP Orientation Video

To help current and prospective graduate students successfully navigate their academic journey, the Manufacturing Engineering Program (MEP) has released an updated video orientation guide. Led by Program Director Dr. Matthias Pleil, the session covers everything you need to know to balance your coursework with administrative timelines (1:21).
Whether you are planning your upcoming semester or mapping out your eventual graduation targets, this comprehensive video breaks down the critical elements of the Master of Engineering in Manufacturing Engineering (MEME) program:
 
  • The Three Core Concentrations: Gain insights into the specific curriculums for Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM), Mechanical & Equipment Manufacturing (MEM), and Semiconductor & Microsystems Manufacturing (SMM).
  • Three Ways to Graduate: Understand the structural requirements and milestones behind Plan I (Thesis), Plan II (Project), and Plan III (Coursework Only) (4:22).
  • Academic Milestones & Expectations: Learn how to build your Committee on Studies (COS) (12:41), submit your Program of Studies (POS) (16:01), and maintain proper academic standing (1:12).
  • Crucial Deadlines: Review the exact university timelines for submitting graduation paperwork without running into administrative delays (0:23).
  • Funding & Support Resources: Explore options for research assistantships, fellowships, and support from the Center for Teaching & Learning (10:50).
Don't navigate the program alone (21:31). For questions regarding degree plans and forms, remember to reach out to MEP Graduate Advisor Carol Jimerson early in your studies (1:27).
 
Watch the full MEP Orientation Video on YouTube to secure your academic road map today (9:28)!