University of California at Riverside Mission Statement

We promote the academic, social, personal, and professional success of all our students by building a strong sense of community and drawing on resources both within and outside of the program. We strive to provide students with tools and support to succeed and excel at UC Riverside and beyond.

Bourns College of Engineering Vision Statement

Become a nationally recognized leader in engineering research and education.

Bourns College of Engineering Mission Statement

• Produce engineers with the educational foundation and adaptive skills to serve rapidly evolving technology industries,
• Conduct nationally recognized engineering research focused on providing a technical edge for the United States,
• Contribute to knowledge of both fundamental and applied areas of engineering,
• Provide diverse curricula that will instill in our students the imagination, talents, creativity, teamwork, decision-making and problem-solving abilities,
• Be a catalyst for industrial growth in Inland Southern California.

Materials Science and Engineering Vision Statement

The Vision of the program is to be nationally recognized as an innovator in both research and education in materials science and engineering (MSE).

Materials Science and Engineering Mission Statement

Our mission is to provide quality education, conduct strong research, foster close partnership with industry and government, locally, statewide, nationally and internationally and provide related service to the campus community and the community at large. The mission is guided by a commitment to continuous improvement in the overall quality of teaching, research, and service, while adhering to the highest standard of ethics.

Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering Program Educational Objectives

The Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering Program Educational Objectives are to prepare our graduates to impact an evolving society by producing materials science and engineering constituents who:

• are successful in both education and industry;
• can demonstrate professionalism and leadership in cutting edge interdisciplinary materials science and engineering practices;
• can utilize an understanding of the principles of materials science and engineering to improve existing systems and innovate and design next generation technologies;
• will contribute effectively as individuals, team members, and/or leaders to achieve personal, group and institutional goals.

These objectives are met through:

1. Strong training in the areas of mathematics, science, and the fundamentals of mechanical engineering that constitute the foundation of the discipline;
2. Extensive laboratory and hands-on experience to strengthen understanding of fundamental principles;
3. Exposure to contemporary computer/numerical methods;
4. Application of knowledge to design problems common to modern engineering practice;
5. Emphasis on both oral and written communication throughout the curriculum;
6. A well-rounded and balanced education achieved through required studies in selected areas of the Humanities and Social Sciences.