Materials Science and Engineering

minor

This minor is for engineering and science students with interests in Materials Science and Engineering. Materials concerns are critical to engineering design and analysis and new materials are needed for microelectronic packages, biomedical applications, super-conducting films, tool bits, cutting tools, construction, fuel-efficient engines, and other industrial and scientific applications.

About this Program

Department Information

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering strives to serve the scientific and engineering community of the state and nation by providing quality education in the field, conducting basic and applied research to enhance science in the field, and supplying short courses, technology transfer, industrial consulting, and distance learning to promote engineering in the field.
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Email | 352.846.3300 (tel) | 352.392.7219 (fax)

P.O. Box 116400
549 Gale Lemerand Drive
RHINES HALL
GAINESVILLE FL 32611-6400
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 Curriculum

This minor provides the academic background to understand materials design, selection and processing. Students are required to complete a minimum of 15 credits of materials-related courses that complement their degree programs.

Required Courses

EMA 3010Materials3
EMA courses (approved by undergraduate coordinator)12
Total Credits15