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Materials properties form the basis of all engineering designs. Our students are exposed to sophisticated equipment and computer technology in applications ranging from the processing of liquid metals to micro-electronic devices. By learning the basic structures, properties and processing of materials, students can achieve success in a multitude of diverse industries including: automotive, aerospace, electronics, and basic metals production.

The curriculum at The University of Alabama provides an integrated learning experience, which includes classroom and laboratory courses that enhance a student’s analytical, experimental, synthesis, and design skills for problem solving, that address their responsibilities to society and the environment, and that emphasize the growth of their teamwork, communicative and leadership talents.

Student learning is stimulated by modern facilities that include sophisticated equipment and advanced computer technology in which individual attention is the rule rather than the exception. Graduates of our department have distinguished themselves in many careers, holding a wide range of managerial, scientific and engineering positions across the country in industry, government and education.

The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering is seeking outstanding applicants for multiple faculty positions. Additional details and a method to submit applications for each rank position can be found by visiting the UA hiring website.

Department Updates

Open Foundry Days -Spring 2024

Open Foundry Days – Fall 2023

Congratulations to Dr. Ramana Reddy on being named as a recipient of the Class of 2023 TMS Fellow Award.

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Degrees

Metallurgical Engineering, BS

Metallurgical and materials engineering students are exposed to sophisticated equipment and computer technology in applications ranging from the processing of liquid metals to micro-electronic devices.

Metallurgical Engineering, MS

The Department of Metallurgical and Materials Engineering offers a master of science in metallurgical engineering. The program options include coursework only or by a combination of coursework and approved thesis work.

Metallurgical Engineering, Ph.D.

The doctor of philosophy degree program in the area of metallurgical engineering is conducted jointly with The University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Materials Science, Ph.D.

The doctor of philosophy degree program in the area of materials science is offered in collaboration with The University of Alabama at Birmingham and The University of Alabama in Huntsville.

Minors

Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Minor

A minor in metallurgical & materials engineering requires the completion of 19 to 21 hours of MTE approved courses or their equivalents.

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