About this Program

Advanced composite materials, such as carbon fiber reinforced plastics, are increasingly used to improve performance and reduce weight on aircraft structures around the globe. To produce reliable and cost-effective aircraft components, professionals in this field must have in-depth knowledge of composite materials and manufacturing fundamentals.

In this graduate certificate program, you’ll strengthen your understanding of composite materials and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes. Through experiential learning, you’ll prepare to provide real-world solutions for quality control, tooling requirements, repair and maintenance of composite structures.

Designed For

Engineering professionals or those planning to enter the workforce who want to be involved in producing aircraft structural components using composite materials.

Earn Credit Toward Your Master’s Degree

By completing this graduate certificate program, you can earn up to 15 graduate credits toward degree requirements should you later be accepted into the Master of Science in Materials Science & Engineering degree program.

Learn More

For more information, visit the Certificate in Composite Structures: Materials & Manufacturing page on the UW Department of Materials Science & Engineering website.