Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This interdisciplinary major focuses on the study and application of materials at the macro and nano scales. Students explore key areas such as materials properties, nanotechnology, materials characterization, and advanced manufacturing techniques. The program emphasizes experimental and theoretical knowledge, research methodologies, and the understanding of technological applications. Graduates are prepared for careers in materials research, nanotechnology, advanced manufacturing, and related fields. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of materials science and nanotechnology. - Develop skills in materials characterization, nanotechnology, and advanced manufacturing. - Learn techniques for designing and analyzing materials at the nano scale. - 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 nanotechnology. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for research projects and initiatives. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Materials Science and Nanotechnology** - Overview of materials science, nanotechnology, key concepts, and historical context. - Fundamentals of materials properties and applications. 2. **Materials Characterization** - Principles of materials characterization, including structural, chemical, and mechanical analysis. - Techniques for using advanced characterization tools and methods. 3. **Nanotechnology** - Fundamentals of nanotechnology, including nanomaterials, nanofabrication, and nano-scale phenomena. - Techniques for designing and manufacturing nanomaterials and nanodevices. 4. **Materials Properties** - Exploration of materials properties, including electrical, optical, magnetic, and thermal properties. - Techniques for measuring and analyzing materials properties. 5. **Advanced Manufacturing Techniques** - Principles of advanced manufacturing techniques, including additive manufacturing, thin film deposition, and lithography. - Techniques for applying advanced manufacturing in materials engineering. 6. **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 nanotechnology. 7. **Applications of Materials Science** - Exploration of the applications of materials science in various industries, including electronics, energy, and biomedicine. - Techniques for developing and implementing materials solutions in real-world applications. 8. **Practicum in Materials Science and Nanotechnology** - Real-world research experiences, including observations, internships, and hands-on projects. - Techniques for applying learned skills in practical materials science settings. 9. **Capstone Project in Materials Science and Nanotechnology** - Comprehensive project to apply learned skills in materials characterization, nanotechnology, or advanced manufacturing. - Techniques for delivering a polished and innovative materials science solution. **Assessment Methods:** - Materials characterization reports, nanotechnology projects, materials properties analyses, advanced manufacturing technique demonstrations, research methodology papers, 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. - "Nanotechnology: Principles and Applications" by Vijay K. Arora. - "Materials Characterization Techniques" by S. Amelinckx et al. - "Fundamentals of Materials Science and Engineering" by William D. Callister Jr. and David G. Rethwisch. - "Advanced Manufacturing Techniques" by Serope Kalpakjian and Steven Schmid. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of physics, chemistry, and engineering. Suitable for students interested in materials science, nanotechnology, and advanced manufacturing. **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 Nanotechnology Engineering and pursue professional certifications in materials science, nanotechnology, or advanced manufacturing. **Target Audience:** Aspiring materials scientists, nanotechnologists, advanced manufacturing engineers, and professionals seeking to specialize in materials science and nanotechnology. This major equips students with the experimental, theoretical, and practical skills needed to excel in materials science and nanotechnology, supporting careers in materials research, nanotechnology, advanced manufacturing, and related fields.