Master of Engineering in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering

Program Overview

The M.Eng. program emphasizes professional development, while the M.Sc. program prepares students for research and academic writing. The programs feature compulsory modules in advanced mechanics, materials applications, and thermodynamics, along with elective modules and a research project or thesis.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Faculty of Engineering offers two postgraduate programs in Advanced Materials Engineering: a Master of Science (M.Sc.) and a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.). The programs produce graduates capable of analyzing, developing, and designing materials for conventional and advanced applications, and conducting research and development in the field. The M.Eng. program is described as providing better options for students with BSc degrees to develop their fundamental and conceptual knowledge and engage in professional activities. The M.Sc. program equips graduates with skills for a provisional researcher capable of conducting research and writing academic papers, including managerial and ethical skills. The BUE Master Degree in Advanced Materials Science and Engineering is designed to allow graduates to develop their knowledge on new and emerging materials science and engineering, including optional subject matter choices while allowing for specialization.

Outline:

Both the M.Sc. and M.Eng. programs consist of 40 credit hours. The M.Eng. The M.Sc. program distributes credits as follows: 16 hours of compulsory modules (6 modules), 6 hours of elective modules (2 modules), and 18 hours for a thesis.

Compulsory Modules (common to both programs):

• MAT 601:
Advanced Mechanics of Materials (3 credit hours)
• MAT 602:
Materials Applications and Selection Criteria (3 credit hours)
• MAT 603:
Thermodynamics of Materials (3 credit hours)
• MAT 609:
Design of Experiments and Measurement Methods (3 credit hours)
• MAT 620:
Fundamentals of Finite Element (2 credit hours)
• MAT 621:
Technical Writing (2 credit hours)

): A selection from the following (18 credit hours total):

• MAT 604:
Advanced Materials Science (3 credit hours)
• MAT 605:
Material Modeling (3 credit hours)
• MAT 606:
Advanced Materials for Energy Applications (3 credit hours)
• MAT 607:
Materials Degradation and Protection Methods (3 credit hours)
• MAT 608:
Fracture Mechanics and Failure Analysis (3 credit hours)
• MAT 610:
Composite Materials and Structures (3 credit hours)
• MAT 611:
Polymer Structure Properties & Applications (3 credit hours)
• MAT 612:
Advanced Finite Element Analysis (3 credit hours)
• MAT 613:
Advanced Materials Characterization Techniques (3 credit hours)
• MAT 614:
Advanced Manufacturing Methods (3 credit hours)
• MAT 615:
Special Readings (3 credit hours)

): A selection from the following (6 credit hours total):

• MAT 604:
Advanced Materials Science (3 credit hours)
• MAT 605:
Material Modeling (3 credit hours)
• MAT 606:
Advanced Materials for Energy Applications (3 credit hours)
• MAT 607:
Materials Degradation and Protection Methods (3 credit hours)
• MAT 608:
Fracture Mechanics and Failure Analysis (3 credit hours)
• MAT 610:
Composite Materials and Structures (3 credit hours)
• MAT 611:
Polymer Structure Properties & Applications (3 credit hours)
• MAT 612:
Advanced Finite Element Analysis (3 credit hours)
• MAT 613:
Advanced Materials Characterization Techniques (3 credit hours)
• MAT 614:
Advanced Manufacturing Methods (3 credit hours)
• MAT 615:
Special Readings (3 credit hours)

): MAT 616 (6 credit hours). A research report demonstrating the student's ability to investigate an industry-related point, collecting, analyzing, and discussing data.

): MAT 617 (18 credit hours).

A thesis reflecting the student's capability to collect and integrate data from various sources, critically reviewing previous studies, defining the problem, outlining a work plan, describing the research methodology, and presenting results, discussion, and conclusions.

Assessment:

Assessment methods vary across modules but generally include conventional written coursework assignments, unseen written examinations, group coursework exercises, viva-voce examinations on project work, written project reports/papers, project logbooks, and oral and visual presentations. Informal testing is also undertaken in tutorials and seminars. For progression in the M.Eng. program, students must complete 34 credit hours with a GPA of at least B. For the M.Sc. program, students must complete 22 credit hours with a GPA of at least B.

Teaching:

The programs utilize a combination of lectures, ad hoc tutorials, problem-solving classes, laboratory exercises, coursework exercises, and self-study. Project work is a significant component, reinforcing concepts learned throughout the program. Students are encouraged to undertake independent reading to supplement and broaden their knowledge. The teaching staff are active in materials research, influenced by the Centre of Advanced Materials at BUE.

Careers:

The M.Eng. program prepares graduates for professional activities. The M.Sc. The curriculum includes a review of atomic theory and bonding, quantum theory of solids and alloys, Brillouin zones, crystal symmetry, acoustic attenuation in metals, Green’s functions, and applications to solid-state physics. The programs also cover various materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites), crystalline structures, crystal defects, diffusion, electrical and magnetic properties, mechanical properties, phase equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics of transformations, polymer structures and properties, polymerization, polymer chains, structure-property relationships, and concepts of composite materials. The programs also cover mechanical testing techniques, stress analysis, metal forming, casting, and solidification. Specific modules delve into advanced topics such as material modeling, advanced materials for energy applications, materials degradation and protection methods, fracture mechanics, failure analysis, and advanced manufacturing methods.