Materials Engineering (Ph.D.)
Offered by: Mining & Materials Engineering (Faculty of Engineering)
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy
Program Description
Candidates for this degree must complete a minimum of two lecture courses assigned by the Department, selected on the basis of previous academic training and research interests. Candidates must also pass a safety training course, participate in an appropriate Research Seminar course, and take a preliminary examination within their first year of Ph.D. study.
The candidate must submit an acceptable thesis based upon successfully completed research and must satisfy the examiners in an oral examination of the thesis.
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Thesis
A thesis for the doctoral degree must constitute original scholarship and must be a distinct contribution to knowledge. It must show familiarity with previous work in the field and must demonstrate ability to plan and carry out research, organize results, and defend the approach and conclusions in a scholarly manner. The research presented must meet current standards of the discipline; as well, the thesis must clearly demonstrate how the research advances knowledge in the field. Finally, the thesis must be written in compliance with norms for academic and scholarly expression and for publication in the public domain.
Required Courses (9 credits)
| Course | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MIME 601 | Engineering Laboratory Practice. | 0 |
Engineering Laboratory Practice. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. The basics of laboratory safety in mining and materials engineering laboratories. Mandatory safety orientation (administration, contacts, fire, waste, emergency procedures) and official WHMIS training. | ||
| MIME 701 | Ph.D. Thesis Research Proposal. | 0 |
Ph.D. Thesis Research Proposal. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. For students registered in a Ph.D. program in Mining or Materials Engineering. Student submits a document and takes an oral examination to demonstrate familiarity with relevant literature, define a methodology and describe a work plan. | ||
| MIME 703 | Ph.D. Comprehensive Exam. | 0 |
Ph.D. Comprehensive Exam. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Invited-level seminar presentation to examination committee. The student will highlight the scientific background involved in the field, explain the challenges and will provide explanations of possible solutions generated from the research work. | ||
| MIME 710D1 | Ph.D. Foundation Course. | 1.5 |
Ph.D. Foundation Course. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Broad exposure to theories, concepts and processes in the field of Materials Engineering. These modules will permit the student to acquire knowledge on different topics. | ||
| MIME 710D2 | Ph.D. Foundation Course. | 1.5 |
Ph.D. Foundation Course. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Broad exposure to theories, concepts and processes in the field of Materials Engineering. These modules will permit the student to acquire knowledge on different topics. | ||
| MIME 771 | Research Seminar 2. | 6 |
Research Seminar 2. Terms offered: this course is not currently offered. Seminar presentation to staff and students on the Doctorate research. | ||
Complementary Courses (6 credits)
6 credits of courses at the 500 level or higher, approved by their supervisor.