Advanced Mobility

Build the autonomous vehicles, batteries, and software of tomorrow with a degree from ��Ƶ.

From self-driving electric vehicles to AI systems that reduce traffic congestion, advanced mobility drives the next wave of innovation.

Electric vehicles will hold a 58% market share by 2035 ()
96% of new shipped automotives in 2030 will be connected vehicles ()
High-driving automation features will be will be in 10% of new cars sold in 2035 ()

At ��Ƶ, our advanced mobility programs immerse you in cutting-edge technologies that blaze new trails in the transportation field. You'll gain paid, hands-on experience alongside industry leaders while applying classroom knowledge to real-world challenges. In our industry-oriented courses and cutting-edge labs, you’ll master technologies in autonomous systems and sustainable design, creating solutions for safer, smarter mobility.

B.S. in Computer Engineering

Explore both hardware and software aspects of computing, preparing to design embedded systems for next-generation vehicle communication. Prepare to design the embedded systems crucial for communication technologies in the next wave of vehicles.

B.S. in Computer Science

Gain a foundation in algorithms and software engineering — critical for creating the AI and software systems that power autonomous vehicles.

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

Specialize in the electrical systems powering modern vehicles, from analog and digital circuits, power electronics, and control systems.

B.S. in Engineering, Mechatronics Systems Concentration

Develop expertise in motion, sensing, and control systems, equipping you to design advanced autonomous and automated solutions that drive innovation across industries.

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Develop vehicle dynamics, materials, and mechanical design to develop the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles that are smarter, faster, and more efficient.

Automotive Engineering Design Concentration

Specialize in the design and development of pioneering automotive systems, including engine design, vehicle performance, and vehicle crash safety.

B.S. in Engineering, Cybersecurity Concentration

Master the art of digital defense, from cryptography to network security and forensics, empowering you to protect vital systems and combat cyber threats in one of the fastest-growing tech fields.

M.S. in Mobility Systems

Tackle the interdisciplinary challenges of modern transportation, focusing on connected and autonomous vehicle systems, smart mobility, and more with our thesis or non-thesis options.

M.S. in Electrical & Computer Engineering – Advanced Mobility (Online)

Specialize in the future of transportation with a focus on autonomous vehicles, advanced driver assistance systems, and electric vehicle technology with our fully online program.

M.S. in Computer Engineering

Step into leadership positions in advanced mobility by mastering embedded computer systems that enable autonomous systems, AI, and more.

M.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Work closely with our faculty to master mechanical design, thermal sensors, and green energy conversion with our thesis or non-thesis options.

Why Study Advanced Mobility at ��Ƶ?

Gain hands-on experience with leading-edge tools and systems that drive the future of transportation and related industries:

Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS): Design safety-enhancing features like lane-keeping assistance, adaptive cruise control, and collision detection.
Deep Neural Networks for Environment Perception: Use AI to help autonomous vehicles interpret their surroundings by processing data from sensors, cameras, LiDAR, and GPS, enabling real-time decision-making.
VR/AR/Mixed Reality Applications: Leverage virtual and augmented reality to simulate real-world environments, enhancing vehicle design, testing, and human-machine interface development.
V2X Communication Systems (Vehicle-to-Everything): Engineer systems that allow vehicles to communicate with each other, infrastructure, and pedestrians, improving traffic safety, reducing congestion, and supporting smart city initiatives.
Human Interaction Technologies: Focus on human-machine interaction through interfaces, ergonomics, and collaborative haptics.

No matter your major, as a first-year student, you have immediate access to high-tech laboratories where you can test your ideas and make breakthroughs. Take on the toughest challenges in smart mobility and transportation through our research facilities.

Our advanced mobility labs include:

Overcome technological obstacles and compete for the biggest prizes — right from the start. Competing in Kettering’s teams demands collaboration, project management, and leadership, giving you exactly the skills that fast-track your career.

Mobility Systems Engineer

Create functional and safe autonomous and electric vehicles. Work in research, design, or performance testing for braking systems, speed sensors, and network connectivity.

Explore the M.S. in Mobility Systems

Robotics Engineer for Autonomous Vehicles

Design, create, and test self-driving cars, trucks, and even trains. Integrate mechanical, computer, and electrical engineering to build transportation units that can think like humans but with faster reaction times.

Explore the B.S. in Engineering With a Robotics System Concentration

Machine Learning Engineer for Autonomous Vehicles

Enhance AI capabilities to enable self-driving cars to make real-time decisions. Use data from LiDAR, GPS, camera systems, and sensors to develop complex algorithms that help them drive in their environments.

Explore the M.S. in Autonomous Vehicle Engineering

Kettering’s Interdisciplinary Areas of Study

We offer five interdisciplinary areas — advanced mobility, new energy vehicles, intelligent manufacturing, artificial intelligence, and sustainability — that empower students to combine engineering, computer science, and management with emerging technologies to future-proof their careers.

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