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Materials Science Technology

Begin Your Career at Edmonds

The Edmonds Community College Materials Science Technology program provides education and real world experiences in a state of the art lab that prepares students for entry into many advanced manufacturing industries as a materials/composites technician, fabricator, or materials testing technician.

Students may also choose to pursue a Bachelor of Science degree in industrial engineering or technical management after completing the two-year degree program. Either way, Materials Science Technology is a good way to enter a field with exciting and emerging technologies.

Transfer agreements to accept the majority of credits earned at Edmonds Community College are underway with Central Washington University-Lynnwood and Western Washington University.

Materials Science Skills Needed Here, Now

Having workers ready with materials science knowledge is key to economic stability and growth because of their importance to employers in many manufacturing industries.

Local interest in materials science training is particularly strong. The Puget Sound Region has a high concentration of manufacturing companies due to its diverse industrial bases.

A number of local industry leaders support the college program, including representatives from The Boeing Co., its suppliers and prosthetic, ski and boat manufacturers, and manufacturers of everyday consumer products, such as Starbucks.

What You Will Learn

Classes introduce students to materials science and focus on composite materials, engineering design and manufacturing of structures.

Many courses include a strong lab component to provide hands-on experience with manufacturing and testing equipment used in the industry. Study also includes basic courses in communication, mathematics and science.