Depth and Breadth
Breadth and depth in graduate studies is illustrated by the "T" model. Students gain broadening experiences by completing a product design project/thesis. This is complemented with subjects in systems, aerospace product design, computer-based tools, and applied mathematics. Depth is gained by taking four additional subjects in a discipline-specific area selected by the student. Extended CDIO projects that involve fabrication and validation testing, which add depth to the project effort, can be accommodated by doubling the project credits and selecting three, instead of four, additional subjects.

Note: CDIO or Conceive, Design, Implement, and Operate refers to an Aero /Astro Department Thrust that addresses engineering education with a product development focus.

Aerospace Product Design Subject	Computer Based Tools Subject	Team-Oriented Design Project & Thesis	Applied Math Subject	Systems Subject
		Discipline- Specific Subject or Expanded CDIO Team Project	Applied Subjects      Systems Subjects      Thesis Examples
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