The purpose of this handbook is provide students pursuing the Ph.D. in computer science with an overview of the Department of Computer Science and to outline key policies of Michigan Technological University and the Department of Computer Science. This document is intended as a guide and not a replacement for the Graduate Catalog or your faculty adviser. Should you have any questions concerning the information in this handbook, please see your adviser or the Graduate Program Director.
In addition to this handbook, students and advisors should obtain and read the MTU Graduate School publication Keeping on Track in Graduate School. In Keeping on Track in Graduate School you will find useful information regarding required procedures and deadlines set by the Graduate School. You will also find copies of all the forms students must submit to the Graduate School.