Materials Science and Engineering, (Extractive Metallurgy Emphasis), B.S. in M.S.E.

Description

Materials Science and Engineering includes elements from a variety of engineering disciplines, and the demand for professionals in the field is strong. Engineers trained in materials science are at the forefront in the development of materials designed to contain ultra-high temperatures and pressures in aircraft, spacecraft and energy generation systems. In the materials field, engineers also develop electronic, photovoltaic and superconductor devices, as well as other high-technology innovations.

Contact Information

474 Laxalt Mineral Research Building
(775) 784-6771
Fax (775) 327-5059

All Freshmen, Sophomores and Incoming transfer students: College of Engineering Advisement Center, SFB 100   coenadvising@unr.edu  775-682-7721

Juniors and Seniors: Assigned Faculty Advisor http://www.unr.edu/engineering/student-resources/advising

Graduation Requirements

Progression Standards

This major includes requirements to monitor progress toward graduation in four years. Students must complete these progression requirements by the semester indicated to ensure that they are making minimal progress in their degree program. Students should meet with their academic advisor at least once per semester to monitor their academic progress.

Students must complete first year progression requirements before enrolling in upper-division engineering coursework. Students may attempt critical courses up to three times. Withdrawals count as attempts. Students who exceed the repeat limit are not making good academic progress and will be placed on program probation.

I. University Core Curriculum Requirements (39-44 units)

NOTE: Refer to the Core Curriculum  chapter of this catalog for information regarding the “Core English and Math Completion Policy”.

II. Additional School Requirements (0 units)

III. Major Requirements (83-85 units)

• CEE 241 - Statics (3 units) OR
• ME 241 - Statics (3 units)
• CEE 372 - Mechanics of Solids (3 units)
• CHE 245 - Computer Applications in Chemical Engineering (3 units)
• CHE 440 - Chemical Reactor Design (3 units)
• CHE 451 - Process Control (4 units)
• EE 220 - Circuits I (3 units)
• ENGR 100 - Introduction to Engineering Design (3 units)
• ENGR 301 - Engineering Communication and Societal Integration (3 units)
• ENGR 360 - Introduction to Fluid Mechanics (3 units)
• ENGR 490 - Fundamentals of Engineering Exam (0 units)
• MATH 182 - Calculus II (4 units) *
• MATH 283 - Calculus III (4 units) *
• MATH 285 - Differential Equations (3 units) *
• MATH 352 - Probability and Statistics (3 units) OR
• STAT 352 - Probability and Statistics (3 units)
• MSE 102 - Introduction to Metallurgical Engineering II (2 units)
• MSE 232 - Principles of Metallurgical Engineering (3 units) *
• MSE 250 - Elements of Material Science  (3 units) *
• MSE 322 - Mineral Processing I (3 units)
• MSE 324 - Mineral Processing Laboratory (1 unit)
• MSE 361 - Thermodynamics of Materials (3 units) OR
• CHE 361 - Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics (2 units)
• MSE 410 - Pyrometallurgy (3 units)
• MSE 411 - Pyrometallurgy Laboratory (1 unit)
• MSE 415 - Materials Characterization (3 units)
• MSE 431 - Hydrometallurgy (3 units)
• MSE 450 - Techniques of Process Design, Economics and Safety  (0 units) (Units counted in Core Curriculum Capstone section above.)
• MSE 460 - Physical Metallurgy I (4 units)
• MSE 470 - Polymeric and Composite Materials (3 units) OR
• CHE 406 - Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering (3 units)
• MSE 472 - Introduction to Ceramics (3 units)
• MSE 482 - Design Project  (0 units) (Units counted in Core Curriculum Capstone section above.)
• PHYS 180 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers I (3 units) *
• PHYS 180L - Physics for Scientists and Engineers Laboratory I (1 unit) *
• PHYS 181 - Physics for Scientists and Engineers II (3 units) *
• PHYS 181L - Physics for Scientists and Engineers Laboratory II (1 unit) *

• * Must complete these courses with at least a “C”.

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IV. Minor Requirements (0 units)

V. Electives (0-6 units)

If a student places out of any courses, the student must take additional general elective units, such that 128 units are completed for the major. The general electives must be approved by the departmental advisor.  This requirement does not apply to AP credits earned or approved transfer credits.

VI. Recommended Schedule