Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major focuses on the study and application of materials, encompassing their properties, behaviors, and uses in various technologies. Students explore key areas such as materials structure, properties, processing, and performance. The program emphasizes experimental and theoretical knowledge, research methodologies, and the understanding of technological applications. Graduates are prepared for careers in materials research, advanced manufacturing, product development, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of materials science and engineering. - Develop skills in materials characterization, processing, and performance analysis. - Learn techniques for designing and developing new materials. - Explore the properties and applications of various materials. - Understand the role of materials science in technological innovations. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in materials research and development. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for research projects and initiatives. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering** - Overview of materials science, key concepts, and historical context. - Fundamentals of materials properties and applications. 2. **Materials Structure and Properties** - Principles of materials structure, including atomic and molecular arrangements. - Techniques for analyzing materials properties and behaviors. 3. **Materials Characterization** - Fundamentals of materials characterization, including structural, chemical, and mechanical analysis. - Techniques for using advanced characterization tools and methods. 4. **Materials Processing** - Principles of materials processing, including manufacturing techniques and process optimization. - Techniques for developing and implementing materials processing methods. 5. **Materials Performance** - Exploration of materials performance, including mechanical, thermal, and electrical properties. - Techniques for evaluating and enhancing materials performance. 6. **Advanced Materials** - Overview of advanced materials, including nanomaterials, biomaterials, and smart materials. - Techniques for developing and applying advanced materials in various technologies. 7. **Research Methods in Materials Science** - Principles of research methods, including experimental design, data collection, and analysis. - Techniques for conducting and evaluating research in materials science and engineering. 8. **Technological Applications of Materials** - Exploration of the technological applications of materials in various industries. - Techniques for applying materials science knowledge in real-world applications. 9. **Practicum in Materials Science and Engineering** - Real-world research and development experiences, including observations, internships, and hands-on projects. - Techniques for applying learned skills in practical materials science settings. 10. **Capstone Project in Materials Science and Engineering** - Comprehensive project to apply learned skills in materials characterization, processing, or performance analysis. - Techniques for delivering a polished and innovative materials science project. **Assessment Methods:** - Materials characterization reports, processing method analyses, performance evaluation studies, advanced materials development projects, research methodology papers, technological application studies, practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers" by James F. Shackelford and William Alexander. - "Materials Characterization Techniques" by S. Amelinckx et al. - "Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction" by William D. Callister Jr. and David G. Rethwisch. - "Advanced Materials and Processes" by various authors. - "Research Methods in Materials Science" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of physics, chemistry, and engineering. Suitable for students interested in materials science, advanced manufacturing, and product development. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practicum, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Materials Science and Engineering and pursue professional certifications in materials science, advanced manufacturing, or related fields. **Target Audience:** Aspiring materials scientists, engineers, product developers, and professionals seeking to specialize in materials science and engineering. This major equips students with the experimental, theoretical, and practical skills needed to excel in materials science and engineering, supporting careers in materials research, advanced manufacturing, product development, and related fields.