--- title: [New Resource] What is Cyber-physical Systems? description: You have the opportunity to enroll in a master of engineering in cyber-physical systems that will prepare you to secure a meaningful career in the field of CPS. image: https://blog.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/hubfs/Blog-Images/cyber%20physical%20systems%20and%20iot.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://blog.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/what-is-cyber-physical-systems#main-content) [Vanderbilt University](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu) [Vanderbilt University](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu) Menu [School of Engineering](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu) - About - [About Engineering](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/about/) - [Meet the Dean](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/meet-the-dean/) - [Board of Visitors](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/board-of-visitors/) - [Fact Sheet](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/fact-sheet/) - [Map](https://www.vanderbilt.edu/map/) - [General News](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/news/category/news/) - 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August 13, 2020 ![](https://blog.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/hubfs/Blog-Images/cyber%20physical%20systems%20and%20iot.jpg) --- There is one particularly competitive field that is in need of driven professionals who are prepared to bring innovative technology solutions to the strategy table: **cyber-physical systems (CPS).**   You have the valuable opportunity to enroll in a respected graduate engineering degree program that is specifically designed for future cyber-physical systems engineers looking to break into the field. In an effort to provide you with the **valuable information you need to make an informed decision** **about earning a master of engineering in cyber-physical systems**, the professionals at Vanderbilt University School of Engineering developed an interactive, digital resource for future engineers who want to secure a successful career that is rooted in CPS technology: [***What is Cyber-physical Systems? Everything You Need to Know About a Master of Engineering in Cyber-physical Systems.***](https://info.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/everything-you-need-to-know-about-a-master-of-engineering-in-cyber-physical-systems) ***Click below to download the cyber-physical systems guide:*** [**![CPS eBook thumbnail](https://blog.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/CPS%20eBook%20thumbnail.png?width=305&name=CPS%20eBook%20thumbnail.png)**](https://info.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/everything-you-need-to-know-about-a-master-of-engineering-in-cyber-physical-systems) In this [**downloadable eBook**](https://info.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/everything-you-need-to-know-about-a-master-of-engineering-in-cyber-physical-systems), we will explore a variety of topics — all related to preparing you for a professional future in the field of cyber-physical systems: ## **The urgent need for cyber-physical systems engineers today:** Cyber-physical systems technology impacts nearly every facet of modern life, and ultimately, CPS technology is responsible for perpetuating technological advancements. The demand for CPS talent and skills is already considerable and only continues to rapidly increase.  *Currently, companies need more CPS engineers than are available for hire. * We further uncover why there is an urgent need for cyber-physical systems engineers and **provide you with actionable next steps** for breaking into this dynamic, important and interdisciplinary field. 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In light of the fact that we’re facing a global pandemic, it is so important to remember one thing: **Education will be the avenue through which communities and individuals positively impact the future.**  *At Vanderbilt University, we understand that choosing graduate school and obtaining a master of engineering is an investment.  * We provide data-driven research that examines the value of a graduate engineering degree today and **why Vanderbilt University School of Engineering is uniquely qualified to prepare you to succeed** in the competitive cyber-physical systems field. 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At the School of Engineering, you have the opportunity to advance your skill set, collaborate with other driven engineering students, participate in innovative research projects and transform your career by pursuing a [**master of engineering in cyber-physical systems.**](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/academics/m_eng/CPS/index.php) If you are interested in joining the Vanderbilt engineering community, we encourage you to [**request more information**](https://info.engineering.vanderbilt.edu/school-of-engineering-request-more-information) or **[start your online application](https://engineering.vanderbilt.edu/admissions/)** today. We cannot wait to help you achieve a graduate degree in engineering that will position you for career success. 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