Metallurgy: Applied Physical Certificate

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Schoolcraft program code # 1YC.00124

The Applied Physical Metallurgy Certificate program provides current metallurgical practitioners with an opportunity to reinforce technical skills and acquire the academic foundation needed for professional advancement. The program is geared toward part-time students and applies the materials science construct “Composition plus processing leads to structure, properties, and performance as defined by the customer.”

Students who satisfactorily complete the program requirements qualify for a certificate of program completion.

Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. Number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.

Sample Schedule of Courses

First Year

Fall Semester

MET 103 - Introduction to Materials Science Credits: 3
CHEM 104 - Fundamentals of Chemistry Credits: 4
MATH 102 - Technical Mathematics Credits: 4

English Communication - Credits: 3

Select General Education English Communication course

Recommended: ENG 116 - Technical Writing Credits: 3

Total Credits: 14

Winter Semester

MET 116 - Introduction to Physical Metallurgy Credits: 3
MFG 102 - Basic Machining Processes Credits: 3
CIS 120 - Software Applications Credits: 3
MET 153 - Metallography Credits: 3

Select One:

BUS 116 - Project Management Credits: 3
CAD 120 - Mechanical Blueprint Reading with Sketching Credits: 3
ENGR 100 - Introduction to Engineering and Technology Credits: 3
WELD 110 - Introduction to Welding Basics for Fabrication Credits: 3

Total Credits: 15

Spring Session

OSH 111 - Occupational Safety and Health for General Industry Credits: 2