M.S. in Materials Science and Engineering

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Program of Study
Materials Science and Engineering
Degree Type
Master of Science

For the master of science in materials science and engineering, the student is required to complete a minimum of 30 graduate credit hours.

Curriculum

For the remaining credits, outside of the required coursework listed below, the student may choose between a thesis or non-thesis option. 

Satisfactory participation in the materials engineering seminar (MTE 580) is also required for all full-time students.

In addition to general college requirements, all courses taken for graduate credit must result in a GPA of 3.0 or higher. Waiver of any of these requirements must be approved by the Materials Science and Engineering Graduate Committee, which will exercise its discretion in handling any extenuating circumstances or problems.

Minimum Credits
4

Thesis Option

The student must complete a thesis with a minimum of 6 graduate credits. Additional thesis credits may substitute for course electives. The remaining graduate credits must consist of additional MTE or other 4000-, 500- or 600-level engineering, science, management or mathematics electives. All courses must be approved by the student’s advisor and the Materials Graduate Committee.

Examples of Typical Program

  • Materials engineering core courses—18 credits
  • Electives—6 credits
  • Thesis—6 credits
  • Total—30 credits

Non-Thesis Option

The student must complete a three credit capstone project or equivalent that demonstrates the ability to design, implement, and complete an independent professional project. The remaining graduate credits must consist of additional MTE or other 4000-, 500- or 600-level engineering, science, management or mathematics electives. All courses must be approved by the student’s advisor and the Materials Graduate Committee.