Letter from the Department Head

Thank you for your interest in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering at The University of Tennessee, Knoxville. We encourage you to explore this web site and learn more about us and what we have to offer.

If you are considering a career in engineering, please take an in-depth look at the field of materials science and engineering. Developments in our area are on the cutting edge of modern technology. New and improved materials are vital to the development of advanced products in the computer, electronic, automobile, aerospace, and biomedical industries.

Our Department of Materials Science and Engineering has faculty members who are international leaders in their fields of specialization. The faculty has numerous Fellows of professional societies and has received many national honors and awards. The quality of the faculty assures excellent opportunities for outstanding undergraduate and graduate educations.

The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, is located within 45 minutes of the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. It is ideally situated for collaborative activities involving industry, a world-renowned national laboratory, and the university. The mountain ranges and lakes surrounding Knoxville provide a beautiful environment and a moderate climate. Knoxville repeatedly has been recognized as one of the nation's most livable cities.

Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about our department.

Sincerely,

George Pharr,
Department Head

Materials Science and Engineering
434 Dougherty Hall
The University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TN 37996-2200
Phone: (865) 974-5336
Fax: (865) 974-4115
Email: mse@utk.edu