Class Time

Spring Semester

Course Description

An introductory course in materials science which covers materials their structures, properties, and performance; crystal structures and instruments for structure determination; polymers, ceramics, composites; quality control and reliability.

Topics

• Atomic Structure.
• Crystals.
• Imperfections.
• Phase Diagrams.
• Phase Transformations.
• Materials and Mechanical Properties.
• Dislocations and Strengthening.
• Electrical Properties.
• Magnetic Properties.
• Thermal Properties.
• Polymers and Composites.
• Corrosion and Fatigue.

Prerequisites

Successful completion of CHEM 102 and PHYS 121 is required for students wishing to take this course.