2024-57

Motion Introduced by: Curriculum and Academic Programs Committee

Date of First Reading: January 29, 2024

Date of Second Reading: February 26, 2024

Title of Motion: Request from the Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering – School of Computing and Augmented Intelligence – for the establishment of a graduate degree – DEng in Engineering

Action Requested: This curricular proposal has received all college, school, unit and university administrative approvals, and is being presented to the Senate for review and voting decision. 

Rationale: The Doctor of Engineering (DEng) program is tailored for working professionals already possessing a STEM master’s degree. These working professionals desire to advance their knowledge and leadership in engineering organizations and industries, including Advanced Manufacturing, Computing, Healthcare, Financial, Information Technology, Data Analytics, and others. The DEng graduates will become technology leaders in disruptive new technologies such as Augmented Intelligence, Blockchain, Big Data, Additive Manufacturing, and others.