Materials Science and Engineering is a four-year study that integrates fundamental knowledge of the structure and properties of materials with essential engineering skills, including the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI), to advance materials development and optimization. The program combines theoretical training with hands-on experimental work, encompassing various classes of materials such as metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. In addition to traditional material manipulation techniques, students also explore the use of AI-driven methodologies to enhance materials design and performance.
Graduates are equipped with the knowledge of process-structure-property-performance relationships and utilize AI tools to unlock the full potential of materials for various applications. In the curriculum, students engage in projects involving the synthesis and characterization of advanced materials using AI-guided approaches. They explore the design and creation of materials with enhanced functional properties. The program emphasizes the development of environmentally friendly, sustainable manufacturing processes that strategically utilize rare materials and natural resources. Moreover, students are introduced to the application of AI in materials informatics, enabling efficient materials discovery, property prediction, and materials design optimization. They learn to leverage AI models and simulations to accelerate the exploration of new material compositions and predict their performance in diverse applications.
An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
An ability to identify, formulate, research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
An ability to design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
An ability to investigate complex engineering problems in a methodical way including literature survey, design and conduct of experiments, analysis and interpretation of experimental data, and synthesis of information to derive valid conclusions.
An ability to create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modeling, to complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations.
An ability to apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solution to complex engineering problems.
An ability to understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development.
Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
An ability to work effectively, as an individual or in a team, on multifaceted and /or multidisciplinary settings.
An ability to communicate effectively, orally as well as in writing, on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
An ability to demonstrate management skills and apply engineering principles to one’s own work, as a member and/or leader in a team, to manage projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
An ability to recognize importance of and pursue lifelong learning in the broader context of innovation and technological developments.
The skills developed during a materials science degree mean graduates go into a range of jobs including working as engineering professionals and in design and business roles. Jobs opportunities for material engineers in Pakistan:
Pakistan Steel mills, People Steel mills, Crescent Steel and Allied Products Limited, Suzuki Motorcycles Pakistan Limited, Atlas Honda Limited, Deewan Farooque Motors Limited, Sindh Engineering Limited, Japan Metal Industries, Adamjee Engineering (Pvt) Limited, Deacon Engineering Limited, Metropolitan Steels, Chicago Metal Works.
Rastgar (Pvt) Ltd and Meekas (pvt) Ltd, Euro -Pak Foundry, National Foundry, Walli Foundry, Bismillah Foundry, Farid Steel Cating (pvt) Ltd.
Cresent Textile Mills ltd, Allah Wasaya Textile mill, Mahmood textile mill, Lal textile mill, Romi textile mill, Saqiq Abad textile mill.
Kashmir Surgical Company, Technologic Surgical Industries, ACME Surgical Industries, Tata Surgical (pvt)Ltd, Sialkot Surgident Industries.
Awan Sports Industries, CTR Sports Industry, Arbish Sports Industries, Wembro Sports Industries, ASC Sports.
Soan Enterprises (pvt) Ltd.
Boss Enterprises (pvt) Ltd.
Ghani Glass (pvt) Ltd, Pak Marble Processing Industries (pvt) Ltd, Concrete Concepts (pvt) Ltd, Bestway Cement Limited, Dewan Cement Limited.
KRL, NESCOM, AWC, HMC, HIT, POF etc.
OGDCL, MOL, KP-OGDCL etc
Designing and testing materials for use in buildings, bridges.
Developing materials for use in semiconductors, electronic components.
Developing materials for use in renewable energy technologies
Optimizing materials and processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs in manufacturing operations.
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| MGT-262 | Entrepreneurship | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| COMP-102 | Introduction to ICT | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| COMP-102 L | Introduction to ICT Lab | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| SS-111 | Islamic Studies | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| MTH–101 | Calculus and Analytical Geometry | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| PHY-101 | Applied Physics | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| PHY-101L | Applied Physics Lab | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| MSE-101 | Fundamentals of Engineering Materials | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| Total | 16 | 2 | 18 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| SS-310 | Professional Ethics | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| SS-112 | Pakistan Studies | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| MTH–202 | Linear Algebra and Differential Equations | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| ME–101L | Workshop Practice | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| CH-102 | Inorganic and Organic Chemistry | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| CH-102L | Inorganic and Organic Chemistry Lab | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| SS–102 | English Language and Communication Skills | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| Total | 14 | 2 | 16 | – |
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| MSE-202 | Applied Geology & Mineral Dressing | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| ECE-110 | Basic Electrical Engineering | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| ECE-110L | Basic Electrical Engineering Lab | 0 | 1 | 1 | |
| MSE-211 | Materials Thermodynamics | 3 | 0 | 3 | MSE-101 |
| ME–103 | Engineering Mechanics | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| ME–103L | Engineering Mechanics Lab | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| MSE-221 | Crystallography & X-ray Diffraction | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| SS-331 | Community Service | 0 | 1 | 1 (NC) | – |
| MSE-291 | Materials Engineering Lab-l | 0 | 2 | 2 | |
| Total | 13 | 4 | 17 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| MSE-231 | Mechanical Behavior of Materials | 3 | 0 | 3 | ME-103 |
| MSE-213 | Iron & Steel Making | 2 | 0 | 2 | MSE-211 |
| MTH-307 | Numerical Computations | 2 | 0 | 2 | MTH-202 |
| MTH-307L | Numerical Computations Lab | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| SS-203 | Technical & Business Writing | 3 | 0 | 3 | SS-102 |
| MSE-212 | Phase Equilibria and Microstructures | 3 | 0 | 3 | MSE-211 |
| MSE-222 | Characterization Techniques | 2 | 0 | 2 | MSE-221 |
| MSE-292 | Materials Engineering Lab-ll | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| ME –102L | Engineering Drawing | 0 | 1 | 1 | MTH-101 |
| Total | 15 | 3 | 18 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| MSE-314 | Heat Treatment Processing | 3 | 0 | 3 | MSE-212 |
| MSE-332 | Manufacturing Processes | 3 | 0 | 3 | MSE-231 |
| MSE-335 | Powder Processing | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| CHE-423 | Instrumentation & Process Control | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| CHE-423L | Instrumentation & Process Control Lab | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| MSE-334 | Joining of Materials | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| SS-120 | Occupational Health and Safety | 2 | 0 | 2 | |
| MSE-393 | Materials Engineering Lab-lll | 0 | 2 | 2 | – |
| Total | 15 | 3 | 18 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| MSE-303 | Polymeric Materials | 3 | 0 | 3 | CH-102 |
| MSE-315 | Non-ferrous Metallurgy | 2 | 0 | 2 | MSE-211 |
| MSE-333 | Foundry Engineering | 2 | 0 | 2 | MSE-212 |
| SS-321 | Engineering Economics | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| MSE-361 | Corrosion Engineering | 3 | 0 | 3 | MSE-211 |
| MSE-304 | Ceramics & Glasses | 3 | 0 | 3 | MSE-101 |
| MSE-394 | Materials Engineering Lab-lV | 0 | 2 | 2 | – |
| Total | 15 | 2 | 17 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| MSE-423 | Material Selection & Design | 2 | 0 | 2 | – |
| MGT-344 | Engineering Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| MSE-498 | Materials Design Project-I | 0 | 3 | 3 | – |
| MSE-4XX | Elective – I | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| MSE-441 | Composite Materials | 3 | 0 | 3 | MSE-303 and MSE-304 |
| MSE-455 | Materials Engineering Lab-V | 0 | 1 | 1 | – |
| Total | 11 | 4 | 15 | ||
| Course Code | Course Title | Theory CH | Lab CH | Total | Pre-Req |
| MSE-442 | Advanced Materials | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| MSE-4XX | Elective-Il | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| MSE-499 | Materials Design Project-II | 0 | 3 | 3 | |
| MSE-4XX | Elective-IlI | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| MGT-355 | Production & Operational Management | 3 | 0 | 3 | – |
| Total | 12 | 3 | 15 | ||
PAF-IAST promotes equal opportunities and welcomes students from all backgrounds, irrespective of their creed, color, gender, ethnicity, and their social and financial status. Female students are encouraged to join any program of their choice and realize their dreams.