Program Summary
Material Science and Engineering is an interdisciplinary field that focuses on the study of materials and their properties, behavior, and performance. It integrates concepts from physics, chemistry, and engineering to understand the structure of materials at different scales, from atomic to macroscopic levels. The course covers a broad range of materials, including metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and semiconductors. Students learn how to analyze, design, and optimize materials for various applications, taking into account factors like strength, durability, electrical conductivity, and thermal stability. Through practical lab work and theoretical learning, students gain the skills necessary to manipulate and innovate materials for diverse industries such as aerospace, automotive, electronics, and energy. The field also explores the relationship between material structure, processing methods, and the material’s final properties, aiming to develop new materials with improved performance for emerging technologies.