Introduction

Materials Engineering involves investigating the relationships that exist between the structures and properties of materials. Based on these structure-property correlations, a Materials Engineer will be able to design or engineer the structure of a material to produce a predetermined set of properties. Ultimately the role of a Materials Engineer is called upon to create new products or systems using existing materials and/or to develop techniques for processing materials.

Materials Engineering is a broad-based engineering programme that emphasizes strong fundamentals in Mathematics and Engineering principles.

This programme prepares graduates for industry specific needs through specialization elective packages offered in the final year, as well as lifelong learning and independent study skills through design courses, final year projects and adjunct lecture series.

Students will be exposed to team-based and practical problem solving through Engineering Team Project (ETP), Final Year Projects (FYP I & II), Engineering Design Projects (MECP I & II) and our unique 7-month Student Industrial Internship Programme (SIT & SIP).

Students of this programme will also be aware of environmental, social, political, ethical and economic constraints through humanities, management and social science electives.

In addition to the above courses, students may further develop their engineering knowledge through one of the Core Specialisations as follows:

• Advanced Computational and Modelling of Materials
• Degradation and Failure of Materials
• Materials Innovation in Electric Vehicles

 

Programme Educational Objectives

• To produce technically qualified Materials Engineers with the potential to become leaders in Materials Engineering industries.
• To produce Materials Engineers who are committed to sustainable development of Materials Engineering industries for the betterment of society.
  

Programme Outcomes

Materials Engineering programme has twelve (12) Programme Outcomes (POs) with the aims to produce graduates with the following abilities:

1. Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, engineering fundamentals and engineering specialisation to the solution of complex engineering problems.
2. Identify, formulate, conduct research literature and analyse complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
3. Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
4. Conduct investigation of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions.
5. Select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to evaluate complex engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations
6. Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solutions to complex engineering problems.
7. Evaluate sustainability and impact of professional engineering work in the solutions of complex engineering problems in societal and environmental contexts.
8. Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
9. Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
10. Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and society.
11. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles, economic decision making and entrepreneurial skills to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
12. Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.

Graduation Requirements

In order to graduate with the Bachelor of Materials Engineering with Honours, students are required to obtain a minimum of 143 credit hours and a minimum CGPA of 2.00/4.00.