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Career Opportunities for every student!
Meet the rising demand for well-trained civil engineering professionals and pursue a rewarding career in industry with a Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering. Gain hands-on experience, develop your technical skills, and network with other scholars across the country.
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What Can I Do With This Degree?
The following statistics are from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor:
Possible Careers
- Aerospace Engineer
- Biomedical Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Materials Engineer
- Metallurgist
- Research Scientist
- Product/Process Development Scientist
Projected New Jobs
- 7% job growth from 2022-2030.
Median Salary
- $106,160 per year or $50.05 per hour.
Materials Science and Engineering Degree Outcomes:
The Micron School of Materials Science and Engineering prepares engineers who embrace critical thinking and innovation to enhance societal and environmental welfare.
Our courses are taught by industry experts who bring examples and connections from industry experience and realistic expectations from the workforce.
You will develop the knowledge and skills necessary to meet the specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
Fundamentals
Identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics.
Teamwork
Function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives.
Ethics
Recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts
Communication
Communicate effectively presenting ideas and solutions with a range of audiences with various backgrounds and technical understanding.
Data Forward
Develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions.
Analysis and Evaluation
Acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.
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