Bachelor of Science - Corrosion Engineering (Optional Co-op)

The University of Akron offers the only corrosion engineering bachelor’s degree program in the country. The program incorporates a multidisciplinary curriculum to train students to understand the origins of corrosion and manage its effects. The program also integrates a strong management component to help them develop the skills that are necessary for executing real-world projects. Corrosion engineering requires a broad knowledge and cuts across many disciplines.

Corrosion engineers research and develop methods to lower the environmental impact to prevent a collapse or failure of roadways, bridges, power plants, windmills, manufacturing plants and pipelines. They also design new materials and structures that will address emerging needs in a variety of industries including energy, chemical processing and pharmaceuticals.