Materials Science and Engineering

Program Overview

The University of Toledo's online Materials Science and Engineering Graduate Certificate provides advanced knowledge and skills in materials development, performance, and applications. Students specialize in areas like metals, ceramics, or polymers, preparing them for careers in materials science research, development, and manufacturing. The program features hands-on mini-projects and asynchronous coursework, allowing for flexible completion.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

Overview:

The online materials science and engineering graduate certificate at The University of Toledo is designed to support engineers and physical scientists who are interested in materials development, performance, and applications.

Objectives:

• To provide students with advanced knowledge and skills in materials science and engineering
• To allow students to specialize in a particular area of materials science and engineering, such as metals, ceramics, electronic materials, or polymers
• To prepare students for careers in materials science and engineering research and development

Program Description:

Material science is an interdisciplinary area of study and research that supports many engineering disciplines, as well as chemistry and physics. The certificate will allow students to learn advanced materials science and engineering in related fields such as 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. Mini-projects integrated into the courses provide hands-on experience on material applications. Students will develop and conduct experiments, analyze and interpret data, and make decisions for material selection and development for advanced technologies, such as nanotechnology, micro-machines, and additive manufacturing.

Outline:

Content:

The program covers the following topics:

• Materials science fundamentals
• Materials characterization
• Materials processing
• Materials properties
• Materials applications

Structure:

The program consists of four courses:

• Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering
• Materials Characterization
• Materials Processing
• Materials Applications

Course Schedule:

The courses are offered in an asynchronous format, which allows students to complete the coursework at their own pace. The program can be completed in one year of full-time study or two years of part-time study.

Modules:

Each course is divided into several modules. The modules cover the following topics:

Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering:

• What is materials science and engineering?
• The different types of materials
• The properties of materials
• The applications of materials

Materials Characterization:

• The different techniques used to characterize materials
• The interpretation of materials characterization data
• The use of materials characterization data to design and develop new materials

Materials Processing:

• The different techniques used to process materials
• The effects of processing on the properties of materials
• The selection of the appropriate processing technique for a given application

Materials Applications:

• The different applications of materials
• The properties of materials that are important for specific applications
• The design of materials for specific applications

Assessment:

Assessment Methods:

Students are assessed through a variety of methods, including:

• Exams
• Quizzes
• Assignments
• Projects
• Presentations

Assessment Criteria:

Students are assessed on their:

• Knowledge of the course material
• Ability to apply the course material to real-world problems
• Ability to communicate their knowledge and skills effectively

Teaching:

Teaching Methods:

The courses are taught using a variety of methods, including:

• Lectures
• Discussions
• Online activities
• Hands-on experiments

Faculty:

The program is taught by a team of experienced faculty members who are active in research and development in the field of materials science and engineering.

Careers:

Career Paths:

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in a variety of fields, including:

• Materials science and engineering research and development
• Materials design and development
• Materials manufacturing
• Materials sales and marketing
• Materials management

Opportunities:

Graduates of the program are in high demand due to the growing need for materials scientists and engineers in a variety of industries.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program have gone on to successful careers in a variety of fields, including:

• Research and development
• Design and development
• Manufacturing
• Sales and marketing
• Management