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 | Other metallurgical and materials engineers devise and control manufacturing methods: for copper wire, steel I-beams, or aluminum foil; for gigantic titanium wings spars for aircraft, or tiny bearings and gears for computer printers; for polymer composite body panels used in sports cars, or ceramic casserole dishes used in the family kitchen. |
 | High school students planning to be metallurgical or materials engineers should have a strong interest in math, chemistry, and physics; for example an entering student should have a year of calculus, and a year of chemistry and physics. |
 | As a metallurgical and materials engineering student at UTEP, you will be encouraged to participate in materials research and development for academic credit and remuneration, and you will have the opportunity to work in a wide variety of well-paid summer jobs through established cooperative work programs with manufacturing companies, engineering firms, and government agencies. |