Systems Engineering Degree

The system engineering program at United States Merchant Marine Academy prepares students for careers in aerospace, energy, environment, natural resources, and bioscience and health. The program focuses on mathematical and scientific principles to the design, development, and operational evaluation of total systems solutions to a wide variety of engineering problems. Program courses include: integration of human, physical, energy, communications, management, and information requirements, as well as the application of requisite analytical methods to specific situations, logistics, risk management, and operations management. Get more details below including other New York colleges that offer systems engineering degrees.

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United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA)

191 Rodney St., Brooklyn, NY

USMMA is located in Kings Point, New York and is a public institution that provides opportunities for students to meet their goals. Over 1,000 students enroll at USMMA per year.

Areas of study offered at United States Merchant Marine Academy include but are not limited to:

• Marine Science, Merchant Marine Officer
• Systems Engineering
• Naval Architecture and Marine Engineering

The school has an open enrollment policy, accepting all applicants that meet the requirements for admission. Submission of transcripts, test scores, and admissions essays may be needed for certain programs. More information on admissions can be found here.

Athletic programs are available at United States Merchant Marine Academy through the NCAA, allowing students to compete in intercollegiate sports. Athletic programs that are available may include:

• Baseball (NCAA Division III)
• Basketball (NCAA Division III)
• Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
• Football (NCAA Division III)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.usmma.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Systems Engineering Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. USMMA offers a bachelor's degree program in systems engineering.

Students by Gender (2019)

Students by Race (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Architectural and Engineering Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as architecture and engineering or research and development in these fields.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, architectural and engineering managers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 920
  • Average Hourly Rate: $70.33
  • Average Annual Salary: $146300
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $74.38
  • Average Annual Salary: $154710

Energy Engineers

Description

Design, develop, or evaluate energy-related projects or programs to reduce energy costs or improve energy efficiency during the designing, building, or remodeling stages of construction. May specialize in electrical systems; heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems; green buildings; lighting; air quality; or energy procurement.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, energy engineers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 4.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Nassau County-Suffolk County, NY Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 410
  • Average Hourly Rate: $54.79
  • Average Annual Salary: $113950
• Newark, NJ-PA Metropolitan Division
  • Total Employment: 1
  • Average Hourly Rate: $56.16
  • Average Annual Salary: $116800

Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses pertaining to the application of physical laws and principles of engineering for the development of machines, materials, instruments, processes, and services. Includes teachers of subjects such as chemical, civil, electrical, industrial, mechanical, mineral, and petroleum engineering. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).