This interdisciplinary program covers the science, engineering, and industrial applications of non-metallic materials including polymers and ceramics. Topics include the chemical structure, synthesis, characterization, and processing of the non-metallic materials. Industrial applications cover, but not limited to, piping in the oil and gas industry, membranes for purification and separation processes, coatings for corrosion prevention, and others. Four courses are required for this program each with 3 semester hours A pre-requisite for this program is a basic course in materials science and engineering.