MAT E 392: Principles of Materials Science and Engineering
(3-0) Cr. 3. SS.
Prereq: (CHEM 167 or CHEM 177); MATH 165; MAT E 391
Introduction to the structure and properties of engineering materials. Structure of crystalline solids and imperfections. Atomic diffusion. Mechanical properties and failure of ductile and brittle materials. Dislocations and strengthening mechanisms. Phase equilibria, phase transformations, microstructure development, and heat treatment principles of common metallurgical systems including steels and aluminum alloys. Structure and mechanical properties of ceramic, polymeric and composite materials. Thermal properties of materials. Corrosion and degradation. Basic electronic properties of materials. Engineering applications.
Only one of MAT E 215, MAT E 273, or MAT E 392 may count toward graduation.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.