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Explore the Complexities of Different Materials

Learn about the impact of processing variables on the properties of final products and how to make informed decisions about materials selection and product design in this graduate certificate program from the 黑料福利网. The program also enables you to explore composites, lightweight materials, and the digital manufacturing landscape.

You can take all courses for the 12-credit certificate in person, online, or a combination of both. You can apply credits earned for the certificate toward graduate degrees offered by 黑料福利网-Dearborn鈥檚 Department of Mechanical Engineering.

Career and Salary Outlook

The information in this table is meant to give you an idea of career opportunities with this degree. All information is pulled from the , and is meant to be averages across the United States in 2024. Please note that these figures reflect overall averages and may not represent entry-level salaries.

$108,310 Median Salary

Materials Engineers

Employment of materials engineers is projected to grow 7 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 1,700 openings for materials engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$102,320 Median Salary

Mechanical Engineers

Employment of mechanical engineers is projected to grow 11 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 19,800 openings for mechanical engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$101,140 Median Salary

Industrial Engineers

Employment of industrial engineers is projected to grow 12 percent from 2023 to 2033, much faster than the average for all occupations.

About 25,200 openings for industrial engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

$134,830 Median Salary

Aerospace Engineers

Employment of aerospace engineers is projected to grow 6 percent from 2023 to 2033, faster than the average for all occupations.

About 4,200 openings for aerospace engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade. Many of those openings are expected to result from the need to replace workers who transfer to different occupations or exit the labor force, such as to retire.

Program Details

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Application Deadline

This program operates on a rolling admission basis. It is advised to submit all documents by the advisory deadline to ensure consideration for your preferred term and to facilitate pre-term planning. Advisory deadlines differ for domestic and international students.

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Admission Requirements

  • An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field with a cumulative GPA of 3.0/4.0 or higher is required.
  • Students from other engineering backgrounds will be considered on a case-by-case basis
  • There are no required prerequisites or standardized test scores for admission.
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