Materials Process Engineering

WPI has been innovating in the field of materials process engineering since our founders made their fortunes in tinsmithing and wire drawing. WPI’s extensive coursework in related topics focuses on improving the materials we have, discovering new ones, and finding original ways to use existing materials to produce high-quality, cost-effective parts and systems.

With a foundation of theory and hands-on research, students in this field will understand the science of materials, materials processing, and business practices. Students will also study manufacturing processes like nanomaterials and biopolymers and topics like lean manufacturing, casting and heat treating, cost analysis fuel cells, and surface metrology.

Please note that the Materials Process Engineering MS program is not currently accepting new students. Students in this field are encouraged to check out our other programs in Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, and Management/Industrial Engineering in order to study the innovative use of traditional materials and processes like aluminum casting, heat-treated steel, and powder processing of ceramics.

Degree is also offered online.
Area of Study Bachelor Minor Master PhD
Industrial Engineering bachelor minor
Manufacturing Engineering master phd
Materials minor
Materials Science & Engineering master phd
Mechanical Engineering master phd
This degree is also offered Online.