WPI to offer PhD in robotics engineering

May 1, 2010
Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), Worcester, Mass., will become the only university to offer bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in robotics

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), Worcester, Mass., will become the only university to offer bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees in robotics engineering with the addition of a PhD program starting this fall. The school will now be the third U.S. university to offer a doctoral program in this emerging field. Students pursuing a PhD in robotics engineering will complete 60 credit hours of work beyond the master's degree (or 90 credit hours past the bachelor's) and undertake original research leading to a dissertation. Program faculty will come from the computer science, electrical and computer engineering, and mechanical engineering departments. In all, more than 30 faculty and staff members will contribute their expertise. For more information, visit www.wpi.edu.

Sponsored Recommendations

NEW Low Profile, Ultra Compact Power Supplies

March 13, 2024
Learn more HERE about Altech's Power supplies!

Altech's Liquid Tight Strain Relifs Catalog

March 13, 2024
With experienced Product Engineers and Customer Service personnel, Altech provides solutions to your most pressing application challenges. All with one thought in mind - to ensure...

Industrial Straight-Through Cable Gland

March 13, 2024
Learn more about Altech's cable glands and all they have to offer for your needs!

All-In-One DC-UPS Power Solutions

March 13, 2024
Introducing the All-In-One DC-UPS, a versatile solution combining multiple functionalities in a single device. Serving as a power supply, battery charger, battery care module,...

Voice your opinion!

To join the conversation, and become an exclusive member of Machine Design, create an account today!