Micro-Credential Pathways University of Maine Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) The Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) is a world-leading, interdisciplinary hub for research, education, and economic development. Housed in a 100,000 ft. 2 ISO-17025-accredited facility, the ASCC is globally recognized for cutting-edge research in material sciences, advanced manufacturing, and structural engineering. Renewable Energy: