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Polymer Processing & Manufacturing Capstone

Capstone Certificate in Polymer Processing & Manufacturing

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Is this program right for you?

Designed for professionals, this 100% online and interactive graduate-level certificate from UW–Madison will develop your understanding and skills related to the fabrication of polymers. Learn common synthetic strategies, analyze outcomes of materials, and evaluate issues within manufacturing and processing.

  • Fully interactive online curriculum with a weekly synchronous online class; allowing you to choose when you do most of your work each week
  • Network with peers, faculty and industry professionals to extend learning beyond the classroom
  • Gain access to the Polymer Engineering Center, a university-industry-government collaborative that creates, integrates, and applies knowledge of polymer engineering and processing
  • Certificate credits can be applied to UW-Madison’s online Master of Engineering: Polymer Engineering program

Education that works for you

Advance your career and develop your expertise in polymers with UW–Madison’s Capstone Certificate in Polymer Processing & Manufacturing.

Program type

Capstone certificate

Collection of courses in a single discipline, does not result in a degree

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Certificate awarded

Capstone Certificate in Polymer Processing & Manufacturing

Commitment

2-3 semesters

Tuition

$1,300 per credit

Format

Online

Primarily online

Credits

9 graduate-level credits

Admission terms

Fall, spring and summer

STEM opt eligible

No

International eligibility

Yes, with restrictions.

Application deadlines

Spring 2025

  • Deadline: January 15, 2025

Summer 2025

  • Deadline: June 1, 2025

Fall 2025

  • Deadline: August 15, 2025
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Program requirements

All applicants must:

  • Hold bachelor’s degree or equivalent credential from an accredited college or university
  • Have a minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 on the last 60 credits of degree
  • Submit evidence of English language proficiency, if applicable. See the Graduate School Requirements for more information

 

Application materials required

  • Online application
  • Resume/CV
  • Transcripts

For complete application details visit UW–Madison’s Guide →

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Polymer Processing & Manufacturing Capstone

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What you’ll learn

Dive into the science and engineering behind polymer products with the Polymer Processing & Manufacturing Capstone program. Through interactive online lectures you’ll gain experience with advanced techniques like injection molding and 3D printing.

For complete curricular details visit UW-Madison’s Guide →
  • Injection molding
  • Additive manufacturing
  • Experimental mechanics
  • Polymer processing
  • Modeling and simulation

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