Materials Science

The Materials Science specialization aims to train the plant designer and engineer, with competences in the fields of: obtaining, processing and characterizing conventional and advanced engineering materials, using classic and unconventional processing technologies, selecting and optimally using materials in engineering applications. Also, the Materials Science specialization has a research mission by forming the scientific and technological bases in the field of materials engineering, indispensable in the case of deepening the studies through master's and doctoral programs, focused on research. You will acquire fundamental knowledge in the field of materials science and engineering based on technologies of development, processing, and characterization of engineering materials. The specialist in the field will have the necessary skills to design and manufacture industrial equipment, using advanced materials and modern technologies, energy efficient, having a minimal impact on the environment.