Overview
Processes, properties and design of the materials will be examined, and characteristics of the materials manufactured from different processes will be discussed. (12 credit hours)
Learning Goals and Outcomes
- Students of the Plastic and Composite Materials program at University of Michigan - Dearborn will be able to better understand the design principles of composite materials.
- Students will have knowledge in the manufacturing processes, design considerations and test methods, as well as quality control techniques, used for automotive composites.
- Students will have knowledge in the properties of injection molded design considerations for injection molded parts.
- Students will have knowledge in the design and manufacturing considerations of plastics and composite materials.
Programme Structure
Courses included
- Injection Molding
- Mechanical Behavior of Polymers
- Automotive Composites
- Composite Materials
Key information
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Materials Science & Engineering General Engineering & Technology View 384 other Masters in Materials Science & Engineering in United StatesAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
Applicants must possess an undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering with an overall GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Tuition Fee
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International
18552 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1546 USD per credit -
National
18552 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1546 USD per credit -
In-State
10440 USD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 870 USD per credit
Living costs for Dearborn
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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