Graduate Certificate in Materials Science and Engineering

The graduate certificate in material science and engineering offers courses focused on all classes of compounds - metals, ceramics, electronic materials, and polymers. Understanding materials properties and behaviors from the molecular level to the manufacturing scale provide a strong basis for materials selection, development, and advancement of specialized manufacturing methods. The certificate requires completion of four material science-related courses (12 cr hr). This certificate will offer students to learn advanced materials science and engineering in related fields such as metals, ceramics, electronic materials, and polymers. All of these materials are very important and essential components in mechanical and manufacturing engineering fields. Students will have the option to select any 4 courses (12 Cr Hrs) from the list of approved courses that cover the above topics. Learning Outcomes PLO 1. Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying the properties of materials. PLO 2. Design and produce different devices that meet specified needs based on different materials. PLO 3. Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in materials science and engineering related to engineering manufacturing. PLO 4. Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions related to materials science and engineering. PLO 5. Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies. PLO 6. Communicate verbally or in writing through research papers, presentations, and inventions. PLO 7. Manage a technical project related to materials science engineering related technical fields, research projects, or industries.

Degree: Applicants must hold a four-year bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited college or university

GPA: Applicants must have at least a 3.0/4.0 grade point average from previous undergraduate coursework or a 3.3/4.0 for previous graduate coursework

Application: UToledo application required

GRE: Not required

Transcripts: Required

Statement of Purpose: Required

Letters of Recommendation: 2 minimum; 3 preferred