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Program Mission and Objectives

 

Program Mission
The Mission of the Materials Science and Engineering undergraduate program at the University of Connecticut consists of four components, as listed below:

  • Prepare men and women for leadership careers in Materials Science and Engineering,
  • Perform research that advances the frontiers of engineering and science,
  • Provide a State and national center of materials expertise,
  • Promote recognition, open communications and personal development among faculty, staff and students.

Program Objectives
The Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) program for Materials Science & Engineering major was established in 1999 in direct response to the estimate from the Connecticut materials community that there would be job opportunities for 25-50 entry-level Materials Engineers per year with the State's major employers of scientists and engineers.

The Materials Science and Engineering undergraduate program educational objectives are that our alumni/ae:

  • Are flexible, responsible, and creative citizens, professionals, and leaders of change in a global technological society.
  • Serve the ever-changing materials engineering needs of industry by applying and continually expanding special, in-depth competencies in material design, properties and processing.
  • Apply professional skills of critical and cooperative thinking, communication, and leadership.
  • Continue a life-long, mutually supportive relationship with the Department and University.