Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Transportation Systems Engineering

All students pursuing the B.S. in Transportation Systems Engineering (TSE) are required to earn a minimum of 120 academic credit hours of course work which includes 42 credits in general education, 2 credits in University requirements, an additional 22 credits in mathematics and science, and 54 credits in core transportation requirements, including 9 credits of approved technical electives to strengthen a particular area of interest (e.g., traffic engineering, intelligent transportation systems, infrastructure asset management, travel demand modeling and network planning, logistics, etc.), and 6 credits in approved general engineering courses (e.g., engineering mechanics, thermodynamics, etc.). Additionally, students may elect to enroll in the Rail Transportation Engineering Track. The track requires 12 credit hours of rail-related courses.

The Transportation Systems Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria with no applicable program criteria.

Institution's Mission Statement

Morgan State University serves the community, region, state, nation, and world as an intellectual and creative resource by supporting, empowering and preparing high-quality, diverse graduates to lead the world. The University offers innovative, inclusive, and distinctive educational experiences to a broad cross-section of the population in a comprehensive range of disciplines at the baccalaureate, master’s, doctoral, and professional degree levels. Through collaborative pursuits, scholarly research, creative endeavors, and dedicated public service, the University gives significant priority to addressing societal problems, particularly those prevalent in urban communities.

Mitchell School of Engineering Mission Statement

The mission of the Morgan State University, Mitchell School of Engineering is to cultivate a diverse generation of ethical and innovative engineers, researchers, and leaders. Through rigorous education, cutting-edge research, and practical application across its Departments, we prepare students to develop sustainable solutions, advance technology, and address complex global and urban infrastructure challenges.

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2024 - 2026

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Program Educational Objectives

The program graduate will:

Demonstrate success as a transportation professional working productively and ethically in the profession and community.
Advance career by demonstrating leadership skills, subject mastery, and application of emerging technology along with social and environmental responsibility.
Pursue professional development, professional registration, or advanced studies to meet the emerging and evolving demands, and increasing responsibilities of a successful career.

Student Outcomes

Students must demonstrate:

an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts.
an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.