With consistent growth of the polymer and coatings industry over the past several years coupled with an increase in government regulations, new technologies and innovations, have steadily increased the need for highly-skilled scientific personnel to work in this specialized field. Since the demand for polymers and coating graduates far exceeds the supply, the starting salaries are approximately 15
to 20 percent higher than the average starting salary for chemists, as based on recent surveys by the coatings industry and the American Chemical Society. in Polymers & Coatings Technology curriculum prepares students to become science & technology leaders in a global environment where coatings & polymer technology is growing rapidly. Grounded by a solid foundation of chemistry and technology core courses students can take a variety of elective courses to customize program of study to their unique interest and educational goals. These programs offer very interdisciplinary, applied and industry oriented curricula with excellent career opportunities for students with a wide array of interests in polymers & coatings and related fields. The program prepares graduates for increased responsibility in industry and government in such functions as R&D, product development, technical services, safety, health and environment, technical sales and marketing in companies manufacturing and using paints and coatings, polymers, plastics, adhesives and inks. in relevant discipline. Coating Research Institute (CRI), a research organ of this program provides great deal of opportunities for students to work on cutting-edge research projects under directions of highly experienced faculty members. Laboratories and Equipment Students have access to well equip laboratories, conveniently located in Sill Hall and CRI. These labs have state-of-the art equipments and regularly updated to keep pace with the changes in technology, education and the demands of industry.
