The goal of the Materials Division is to encourage and foster research and development, and the publication of significant technical information within the scope of the Division. This includes:

• Encouraging the preparation of and aiding in the publication of papers on materials engineering developments
• Organizing conferences, symposia, and committees in which all members of the Society may meet to exchange experiences and technical data
• Cooperating with others within and without the Society with respect to standardization, research, preparation of papers, publications, meetings, special services, and consolidation of efforts
• To honor outstanding mechanical engineers in the field of materials engineering
• To provide a forum for continuing education in the area of materials engineering