Master’s Academic Degree Program

(1) Material Forming Theory and Advanced Technologies

The Master’s Academic Degree Program in Material Forming Theory and Advanced Technologies primarily conducts research on the fundamental theories and emerging technologies of the material forming process. Our key research areas include theory and process of metal solidification, control of alloy solidification structure, theory and technology of plastic forming, metal joining technology, additive manufacturing technology, welding equipment and process automation technology, as well as new near-final forming technologies. This program aims to provide new forming technology support for the advanced manufacturing field and the high-end equipment industry.

(2) Design of Materials and Regulation of Their Microstructure and Properties

The Master’s Academic Degree Program in Design of Materials and Regulation of Their Microstructure and Properties focuses on the research and application of design and microstructure regulation technologies for new materials. Its research fields encompass composition design, microstructure and property control technology of high-performance magnesium alloys, aluminum alloys, copper alloys, titanium alloys, high-temperature alloys and composite materials, advanced material preparation technology, mechanical behavior of materials and service performance of components, new welding materials, preparation of new materials for modeling and construction, and environmental ecological safety, etc. This program aims to provide new materials and new technological support for the high-end equipment industry and the field of energy conservation and emission reduction.

(3) Theory and Technology of Material Modification

The Master’s Academic Degree Program in Theory and Technology of Material Modification encompasses theory of material surface modification, design of spraying materials, and technology of coating preparation. The key research areas of this program include the theory and method of composition design for coating materials, the theory and technology of microstructure and performance control for coating materials, and the theory and technology of laser surface modification. Characterization and evaluation of the wear resistance, corrosion resistance, oxidation resistance and other properties of materials. It aims to provide theoretical and technical support for the development of advanced equipment in industries such as aerospace and transportation.

(4) Metastable Materials and Their Applications

The Master’s Academic Degree Program in Metastable Materials and Their Applications focuses on the development and application of high-performance amorphous alloys, high-entropy materials, soft magnetic materials, etc. The key research area of this program focuses on the theory of non-equilibrium solidification, the preparation and application of high-entropy alloys and ceramic materials, as well as bulk amorphous alloy matrix composites, and the development and application of amorphous/nanocrystalline soft magnetic materials with high saturation magnetization. It aims to provide high-performance metastable materials and technologies for the high-end equipment manufacturing field.

(5) Advanced Functional Materials and Their Applications

The Master’s Academic Degree Program in Advanced Functional Materials and Their Applications mainly conducts research and application of functional ceramics, functional films, advanced energy materials, etc. The key research areas of this program include high-performance ferroelectric and piezoelectric ceramic materials, carbon capture materials, energy storage materials and devices, ferroelectric/thermoelectric thin films, and efficient material cycling technologies and theories. It aims to provide theoretical and technical support for the efficient recycling of materials in the field of new energy.

Master’s Professional Degree Program

(1) Liquid/Solid Forming Technology and Application of High-quality Components

The Master’s Professional Degree Program in Liquid/Solid Forming Technology and Application of High-quality Components focuses on the development and engineering application of forming and control technologies such as casting, welding, plastic processing and additive manufacturing of materials. The key areas of this program involved include new casting alloys and their new forming technologies, new welding technologies and equipment, new green molding and welding materials, design and optimization of material forming processes, design and interface of composite materials, quality control during the forming process, and 3D printing technology etc. It aims to provide technical support for the formation of key components in the advanced manufacturing field.

(2) Development and Application of High-performance Metallic Materials

The Master’s Professional Degree Program in Development and Application of High-performance Metallic Materials primarily focuses on the research and application of composition design, preparation technology, surface functionalization, and heat treatment processes for high-performance metallic materials. The key research areas of this program include aluminum/magnesium lightweight metal structural materials and their service performance, design and preparation of high-entropy alloys and their application in additive manufacturing, regulation of microstructure and properties of superalloys and their failure behavior, design and microstructure and property regulation technology of titanium alloys, surface spraying and laser cladding of materials, and the development of intelligent protective coatings, etc. It aims to provide technical support for the development and application of high-performance metallic materials.

(3) Preparation and Application of Green and Low-carbon Functional Materials

The Master’s Professional Degree Program in Preparation and Application of Green and Low-carbon Functional Materials mainly focuses on the research and application of advanced energy storage/conversion, high-value utilization of industrial solid waste, and the preparation of functional powder/film technologies. The key areas of this program include the preparation technologies of energy storage/conversion materials and devices, semiconductor films and devices, solid waste recycling technologies for energy materials, low-carbonization of functional materials, as well as carbon capture materials and metal oxide powder materials. It aims to support the development of strategic emerging industries and promote the transformation and upgrading of traditional advantageous industries.