What can you do with a Diploma in NMS?
You can look forward to a rewarding and challenging career in various industry sectors such as medical and pharmaceutical, consumer and lifestyle products, electronics and semiconductor and clean energy products as:

What do Materials Engineers do?
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Where are the Career Areas?
In areas as diverse as designing medical diagnostic devices to building better batteries, from creating cosmetics to enhancing energy efficient windows, from auto and plane manufacturing to researching the nature of matter itself, knowledge of nanoscale science and technology will be increasingly important during upcoming years and decades.
Current applications of nanoscale science and technology, and thus career opportunities, exist in areas such as:
Electronics/semiconductor industry Materials science including textiles, polymers, packaging, among other Auto and aerospace industries Sports equipment Pharmaceuticals including drug delivery, cosmetics, among others Biotechnology Medical fields Optoelectronics Environmental monitoring and control Food science including quality control and packaging Forensics University and federal lab research National security Military And many moreNanoscale science and technology are fueling a revolution in manufacturing and production, creating new materials and novel processes. Not only will the areas listed above continue to grow and benefit from nanotechnology, but the following fields are expected to undergo explosive developments:
- Medicine: diagnostics and therapeutics (e.g., drug delivery)
- Energy: capture, storage, & use; fuel cells, batteries
- Environmental remediation: in conjunction with GM microbes
- Robotics: many uses
- Manufacturing: self-assembly; “bottom-up” fabrication of novel materials
- Commerce: Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) “smart” tags
- Space exploration: space elevator
As these lists of nanoscience-based applications indicate, our world is increasingly dependent on science for food, shelter, energy, etc. For our democratic society to function effectively, citizens must become familiar with at least some basic science and, perhaps even more importantly, with thinking scientifically. "
Where do nanotechnology & materials engineers work?
Because materials are the starting point for new products, materials engineers work on the leading edge in many industries.
In microelectronics, materials engineers focus on making microelectronic units smaller, less expensive and faster. They work to increase the capacity of magnetic memory devices such as hard drives and the storage capacity of permanent magnetic devices.
Materials engineers have enhanced monitor resolution, decreased weight and increased battery life for computers.
Advances in materials have made telecommunications and cellular phones more affordable.
Safety, fuel efficiency and reduced pollution are just a Few of the assignments for materials engineers in the automotive industry where composites and polymers are replacing steel body panels and aluminum and ceramics are finding new uses.
Materials engineers are leading the development of strong, lightweight composites in high-tech industries such as aeronautical and aerospace.
By developing artificial skin for bum victims and chromium alloy hip implants, materials engineers are improving quality of life for many people. Other contributions to health care include new diagnostic equipment like ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging.
Energy production is becoming a cleaner process due to pollution controls. New power sources, like solar cells which convert sunlight to electricity, are becoming more cost-effective thanks to research by materials scientists. New developments in permanent magnetic material have revolutionized their application. New ceramic engines will be able to operate at higher temperatures, increasing engine efficiency.
In sports, materials engineers have delivered stiffer golf clubs to increase distance, low-friction bearings for roller blades, lighter-weight bicycles and more reliable and controllable parachutes.
What shape can my career take?
Materials engineering is a hands-on career that often begins in manufacturing or technical support and moves on into management, research, development, sales or consulting.
In manufacturing, beginning materials technicians and engineers might ensure that incoming material specifications are met, that production lines run smoothly, and that products meet appropriate quality standards. They are involved in troubleshooting and competitive analysis. These activities can serve as a foundation for strategic planning and management positions, particularly with the addition of a Masters degree in Business Administration.
Leading-edge research and the invention of new materials from superconductors to radar-absorbing coatings to infrared sensors is carried out by engineers with an MS or Ph.D. degree.
Development of new production methods and new products is critical for businesses to become and remain competitive. Engineers with all levels of education (BS, MS, Ph.D.) can pursue this path.
Consulting positions reward materials engineers with a variety of short-term assignments, an array of technical experience and significant financial compensation. This is a good training ground for new graduates who are seeking a challenging and varied career.

The Advanced Materials cluster is located in Block R Level 2 in Nanyang Polytechnic.