Master of Advanced Study in Engineering Degree Preview

Master of Advanced Study in Engineering Degree Preview

Instructors: Joelle Miles

What you'll learn

Identify the environmental, economic, and social impacts of climate change in order to develop effective strategies and solutions for mitigation.
Describe recent innovation in the engineering of flying robots.
Evaluate the impact of new material used in transistor fabrication.

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Assessments

3 assignments

Taught in English

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There are 3 modules in this course

UC Berkeley's "Master of Advanced Study in Engineering Degree Preview" course showcases some of the elite faculty and advanced instruction you'll experience when you join the MAS-E degree program. The course introduces you to the innovative MAS-E program and its career-focused concentration areas, giving you a short preview of selected degree course content.

Why pursue the MAS-E degree? Designed for part-time, self-paced study, the MAS-E program gives you the ability to complete your master’s without putting your career on pause. Learn on your schedule with courses across four distinct concentrations (Infrastructure, energy, and the environment; Advanced manufacturing and materials; Electronics and systems engineering; Robotics and controls), providing you with extended skill sets across different types of engineering. Through the program, you will learn from and interact with the elite faculty at Berkeley Engineering to develop the critical knowledge and technical skills you need to succeed at the highest levels in your career.

In this module, you'll learn about the Master of Advanced Study in Engineering degree program, and get your first "preview" of content from the course "Engineering a Net-Zero Carbon Future." Here's the module description from the course: "This module, tailored for individuals interested in the clean energy industry, serves as an essential introduction to the course. We delve into the obstacles encountered during the transition to clean energy, providing an overview of the challenges related to urbanization, air quality, greenhouse gas emissions, extreme events, climate equity & environmental justice, and the economic opportunities. As professionals in this field, it's critical to be aware of these challenges and understand their implications to develop innovative and sustainable solutions that address the pressing environmental and economic challenges of our time."

What's included

8 videos3 readings1 assignment

8 videosTotal 27 minutes

MAS-E Degree Overview2 minutesPreview module
Course Overview3 minutes
Instructor Introduction1 minute
Prologue: Understanding the Climate Crisis1 minute
Urbanization, Air Quality, and Global Emissions7 minutes
Extreme Events3 minutes
Climate Equity and Environment Justice3 minutes
Economic Opportunities 4 minutes

3 readingsTotal 145 minutes

A Letter from the MAS-E Program Director5 minutes
MAS-E Program Structure and Concentrations20 minutes
Combatting Urbanization and Air Pollution120 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 40 minutes

Bringing It All Together40 minutes

In this module, you'll preview content from the first module of the course "Flying Robots: from Small Drones to Aerial Taxis." Here's the module description from the course: "In this module, you will engage with a brief overview of the course, our objectives in the course, and the timeline. Additionally, you will also be introduced to the dynamic world of aerial robotics, exploring its historical evolution, practical applications, and recent technological innovations. Through a comprehensive journey from the past to the present, we will uncover the milestones that have shaped the trajectory of flying robots, examine their wide-ranging applications and industry significance, and delve into the cutting-edge engineering innovations that are propelling the field forward."

What's included

5 videos1 reading1 assignment1 discussion prompt

5 videosTotal 15 minutes

Course Overview2 minutesPreview module
Meet Your Instructor1 minute
Historical Evolution of Flying Robots2 minutes
Technological Innovations and Emerging Trends4 minutes
Flying Robots: Applications and Relevance4 minutes

1 readingTotal 60 minutes

Case Studies: Flying Robots60 minutes

1 assignmentTotal 45 minutes

Reflection: Application and Relevance of Flying Robots45 minutes

1 discussion promptTotal 30 minutes

Flying Robot: Case Study Discussion30 minutes

In this module, you'll preview content from the first module of the course "Techniques for Electronic Devices Fabrication." Here's the module description from the course: "In this module, we will be looking at integrated circuits, transistors, modern transistors, Moore’s Law, silicon wafers and industry trends."