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| Contact Information for College of Engineering | |
|---|---|
| Website | College of Engineering |
| Phone | (775) 784-6925 |
| Fax | (775) 784-4466 |
| engineering@unr.edu | |
| Location |
Scrugham Engineering and Mines
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| Address | 1664 N. Virginia Street Reno, NV 89557-0256 |
Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
- Major: Materials Science and Engineering
- Degree Level/Code: Undergraduate/BS (Bachelor of Science)
- Area/Department: Chemical and Materials Engineering
- Advising Info: Engineering Advising
- More Info: Materials Science and Engineering Program Information
Why a degree in materials science and engineering?
Materials and metallurgical 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.
Materials scientists and engineers can find employment in a range of areas, including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals or electronics. Their work often focuses on developing or refining materials to make products cheaper, safer or better. Materials scientists in our department are working on developing more environmentally friendly materials for aerospace, lighter-weight materials to make cars more efficient and new materials for solar energy conversion.
