Minor and Certificate Programs for Non-majors

The School offers two certificate programs and one minor program. A substantial number of students graduating in other majors at Georgia Tech enter the Polymer, Fiber, Textile Fabricated Products (PFTFP) industry. Minor and certificate programs have been implemented in Polymer/Fiber Enterprise Management. The certificate program is designed to impart basic understanding of polymer/fiber materials, as well as an understanding of their manufacturing processes. The Minor in Polymer/Fiber Enterprise Management is designed to provide more in-depth understanding of polymer/fiber materials and their manufacturing processes through a combination of required and elective courses. Attainment of the certificate requires twelve credit hours of specified courses. Attainment of a minor requires nineteen credit hours of specified courses. Both the certificate and minor programs draw on some of the courses taught for the School's undergraduate degree program. Requirements for the minor and certificate programs are available in the School's main office or at www.ptfe.gatech.edu.

The School also offers a multidisciplinary certificate program in Polymer Engineering and Polymers. The objective of the Polymers Certificate Program is to provide students with a structured program for an in-depth study of polymers. Programs of study will be structured to meet the needs and to fit the background of individual students. Required courses will cover the areas of polymer production, polymer chemistry, measurement of polymer structure and properties, and polymer processing. Opportunities are available for independent research. The certificate program requires six credit hours of specified courses and six hours of electives selected from a list of courses. The director of undergraduate affairs acts as advisor for all certificate and minor programs.