For undergraduate curriculum in materials engineering leading to the degree Bachelor of Science. The materials engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, under the commission’s General Criteria and Program Criteria for Materials (1), Metallurgical (2), Ceramics (3) and Similarly Named Engineering Programs. Materials engineering is a broadly-based discipline focusing on processing, structure, properties, and performance of all types of advanced materials aimed at virtually every possible application. Because of its interdisciplinary nature, career opportunities for materials engineers bridge all sectors of industry, technology, applied R&D, and fundamental research, including: advanced manufacturing and processes, materials for energy and power, biomaterials and biomedical technology, functional materials and devices, nanomaterials and coatings, structures, durable goods, infrastructure, and vehicle technologies (automotive, aerospace). Student Learning Outcomes Graduates of the materials engineering curriculum should have at the time of graduation: 1. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. 2. An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. 3. An ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences. 4. An ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts. 5. An ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
