University General Course Catalog 2026-2027 
    
    Oct 23, 2026  
University General Course Catalog 2026-2027

IMSE 448 - Critical Minerals Supply Chain

(3 units)
Critical Minerals Supply Chain  describes the history of supply chain failures for critical materials which was first related to minerals. This course details with methodologies to mitigate criticality of materials.

Maximum units a student may earn: 3

Prerequisite(s): Engineering junior/senior standing.

Grading Basis: Graded
Units of Lecture: 3
Offered: Every Spring

Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
1. apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors.
2. communicate effectively with a range of audiences.
3. 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.


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