While certain objectives of an undergraduate education in engineering are common to all programs, there are subtle but important differences that require some subset of objectives specific to ensuring that all graduates have specialized technical knowledge in their chosen field. In this regard, the graduates of the Department of Materials Science and Engineering's baccalaureate program will be prepared for entry-level positions as Materials Engineers or for Graduate School. In particular, graduates will:

1. Be able to use their broad knowledge of all classes of materials, and their background in mathematics and science, to contribute effectively to the solution of engineering problems, including problems involving design.
2. Be especially aware of the interdependence of the structure, properties, processing, and performance of materials.
3. Be broadly educated and thus capable of dealing with engineering problems and their societal consequences.
4. Be experienced in working with multi-disciplinary teams and in communicating clearly and convincingly in a variety of contexts.
5. Recognize the need for continued future learning and have a desire to engage in such learning.

The Materials Science and Engineering Program at Rensselaer is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET), 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012 - telephone: (410) 347-7700.

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