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2001. Introduction to Structure, Properties, and Processing of Materials I
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: CHEM 1127Q or 1147Q. Not open to students who have passed MSE 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Bonding in materials, the crystal structure of metals and ceramics, and defects in materials will be introduced. Basic principles of phase diagrams and phase transformations will be given with particular emphasis on microstructural evolution and the effect of microstructure on the mechanical properties of metals and alloys. Introductory level knowledge of mechanical properties, testing methods, strengthening mechanisms, and fracture mechanics will be provided.
View Classes »2002. Introduction to Structure, Properties, and Processing of Materials II
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Structures, properties, and processing of ceramics; structure, properties and processing of polymers and composites; electrical, thermal, magnetic and optical properties of solids; and corrosion.
View Classes »2053. Materials Characterization and Processing Laboratory
2.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 and MSE 2002, the latter can be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
First semester of a three-semester MSE laboratory sequence. Foundational aspects of materials processing, specimen preparation, materials characterization, and materials design/selection will be introduced through experiments involving qualitative and quantitative microscopy, mechanical testing, thermal and mechanical processing. Course modules focus on metals, ceramics, and polymers.
View Classes »2101. Materials Science and Engineering I
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: CHEM 1127Q or 1147Q. Not open to students who have passed MSE 2001.
Grading Basis: Graded
Relation of crystalline structure to chemical, physical, and mechanical properties of metals and alloys. Testing, heat treating, and engineering applications of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
View Classes »2102. Materials Science and Engineering II
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101. Not open to students who have passed MSE 2002.
Grading Basis: Graded
Structures, properties, and processing of ceramics; structure, properties and processing of polymers and composites; electrical, thermal, magnetic and optical properties of solids; and corrosion.
View Classes »3001. Applied Thermodynamics of Materials
4.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Thermodynamic principles will be applied to the behavior and processing of materials. Topics covered will include thermodynamic properties, solution thermodynamics, phase equilibria, phase diagram prediction, gas-solid reactions and electrochemistry.
View Classes »3002. Transport Phenomena in Materials Processing
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3003 and MATH 2110Q, both of which may be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
Mechanisms and quantitative treatment of mass, energy, and momentum transfer will be applied to design and analysis of materials processing. Increasingly complex and open-ended engineering design projects will be used to illustrate principles of diffusion; heat conduction, convection, and radiation, and fluid flow.
View Classes »3003. Phase Transformation Kinetics and Applications
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Principles and applications of phase transformations to control microstructure and materials properties. In depth, quantitative coverage will include vacancies, solid solutions, phase diagrams, diffusion, solidification of metals, nucleation and growth kinetics, and thermal treatments to control microstructure.
View Classes »3004. Mechanical Behavior of Materials
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Elements of elastic plastic deformation of materials and the role of crystal structure. Strengthening and toughening mechanisms. Fracture; including fatigue, stress corrosion and creep rupture. Test methods.
View Classes »3020. Failure Analysis
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Methods for determining the nature and cause of materials failure in structures and other mechanical devices. Analysis of case histories.
View Classes »3029. Ceramic Materials
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2002; PHYS 1502Q.
Grading Basis: Graded
Microstructure of crystalline ceramics and glasses and role of thermodynamics and kinetics on its establishment. Effect of process variables on microstructure and ultimately on mechanical, chemical and physical properties.
View Classes »3030. Introduction to Composite Materials
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3004.
Grading Basis: Graded
Principles and applications of manufacturing and mechanics of polymer-matrix, and ceramic-matrix composites. Processing and properties of fibers. Interface characteristics. Design of components using composite materials.
View Classes »3032. Introduction to High Temperature Materials
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Plastic deformation of metals and other solid materials at elevated temperatures. Dislocation mechanisms; creep processes; oxidation. Strengthening mechanism, including ordering and precipitation hardening.
View Classes »3034. Ferrous Alloys
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3001 and 3003, both of which may be taken concurrently. Open to juniors and seniors.
Grading Basis: Graded
Application of materials science and engineering principles to extraction, refining, processing, phase transformations, heat treatment, properties and applications of iron-based alloys. Alloys covered include: plain-carbon steels, alloy steels (micro-alloyed, high-speed, stainless) and cast irons.
View Classes »3036. Non-Ferrous Alloys
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3001 and 3003, both of which may be taken concurrently. Open to juniors and seniors.
Grading Basis: Graded
Application of materials science and engineering principles to extraction, refining, processing, phase transformations, heat treatment, properties and applications of non-ferrous alloys. Materials covered include alloys of: aluminum, copper, magnesium, nickel, titanium, zinc and refractory metals.
View Classes »3055. Materials Processing and Microstructures Laboratory
2.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2053. Departmental consent required.
Grading Basis: Graded
Second semester of a 3-semester MSE laboratory sequence. Application of advanced characterization techniques, including x-ray diffraction, electron microscopy, differential scanning calorimetry, thermogravimetric analysis and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy, to all major classes of materials. Analysis of complex data sets. Culminates in a junior design project.
View Classes »3056. Mechanical Behavior Laboratory
2.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3004, which may be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
Third semester of a 3-semester MSE laboratory sequence. Introduces methods for the quantification of material deformation, fatigue, and fracture, including tensile, bending, torsion, rheological, cyclic, and/or high temperature testing. Applicable to materials processed by drawing, forging, extrusion, rolling, and hot pressing, and their use in structural applications and design. Incorporates laboratory and computational modelling of thermal and mechanical behavior of materials.
View Classes »3156. Polymeric Materials
Also offered as: CHEG 3156
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Open only to School of Engineering students. Recommended preparation: CHEM 2444. Not open to students who have passed CHEM 3661.
Grading Basis: Graded
Structure, properties, and chemistry of high polymers; solution and phase behavior; physical states, viscoelasticity and flow; production and polymer processing; design of polymers for specific applications.
View Classes »3193. International Study in Materials Science and Engineering
1.00 - 6.00 credits | May be repeated for a total of 6 credits.
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Special engineering topics taken in an international study program. May count toward the Major, substituting a core course or as a Professional or Technical Elective, only with consent of the advisor and approved plan of study.
View Classes »3700. Biomaterials
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or MSE 2101. Not open to students who have passed BME 3700.
Grading Basis: Graded
Introduction to a series of implant materials, including metals, ceramics, glass ceramics, polymers, and composites, including comparison with natural materials. Issues related to mechanical properties, biocompatibility, degradation of materials by biological systems, and biological response to artificial materials will be addressed. Particular attention will be given to the materials for the total hip prosthesis, dental restoration, and implantable medical devices.
View Classes »4001. Electrical and Magnetic Properties of Materials
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2101 or both PHYS 1502Q and MSE 2001.
Grading Basis: Graded
Principles underlying electrical and magnetic behavior will be applied to the selection and design of materials. Topics covered will include: thermoelectricity, photoelectricity, conductors, semiconductors, superconductors, dielectrics, ferroelectrics, piezoelectricity, pyroelectricity, and magnetism. Device applications.
View Classes »4003. Materials Characterization
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Principles and experimental methods of optical, electron, and x-ray examination of engineering materials. Emphasis on use of x-ray analysis, with introduction to electron microscopy, Auger spectroscopy, scanning electron microscopy, and microanalysis.
View Classes »4004. Thermal/Mechanical Processing of Materials
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3004, which may be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
Fundamental principles of materials processing and their quantitative application to process design will be illustrated for deformation processes: forging, rolling, drawing, extrusion, injection molding, powder compaction and sintering.
View Classes »4005. Processing of Materials in the Liquid and Vapor State
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3001 and 3002, both may be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
Fundamental principles of materials processing and their quantitative application to process design will be illustrated for materials processes involving liquids and gasses: crystal growth, zone refining, shape casting, continuous casting, refining, welding, and vapor deposition.
View Classes »4021. Materials Joining
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Basic materials principles applied to fusion and solid phase welding, brazing and other joining processes. Effects of joining process and process variable values on microstructure, soundness and mechanical properties of as-processed joints. Treatment and properties of joints and joined assemblies. Joining defects and quality control.
View Classes »4034. Corrosion and Materials Protection
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2001 or 2101.
Grading Basis: Graded
Corrosion and materials protection designed for engineering students. Principles of materials degradation, extensive case histories and practical applications. Selection of metals, alloys, ceramics and polymers for atmospheric, soil, marine and chemical environments. Evaluation methods, protective measures and the techniques of failure analysis.
View Classes »4038. Alloy Casting Processes
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3002 and 3003, both of which may be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
Principles of alloy solidification are discussed and applied in the context of sand, investment, and die casting; continuous and direct chill casting; electroslag and vacuum arc remelting, crystal growth, rapid solidification, and laser coating.
View Classes »4040. Materials Selection in Mechanical Design
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3004.
Grading Basis: Graded
Study of materials and how they are chosen for various mechanical designs. A wide range of materials will be discussed (metal, ceramic, polymer, etc.) and their key properties (modulus, strength, density, etc.) in design will be reviewed. Guidelines for material selection will be shown. As part of the course, design trades will also be discussed.
View Classes »4095. Special Topics in Materials Science and Engineering
1.00 - 3.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
4097. Undergraduate Research in Materials Science and Engineering
1.00 - 3.00 credits | May be repeated for a total of 3 credits.
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Methods of research and development. Laboratory or computational investigation. Correlation and interpretation of experimental or modelling results. Writing technical reports and presenting conclusions.
View Classes »4098. Variable Topics in Materials Science and Engineering
1.00 - 3.00 credits | May be repeated for credit.
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Does not constitute original research.
View Classes »4099. Independent Study in Materials Science and Engineering
1.00 - 3.00 credits
Prerequisites: None.
Grading Basis: Graded
Specialized non-classroom-based coursework under the regular supervision of a faculty instructor. Does not constitute original research.
View Classes »4240. Nanomaterials Synthesis and Design
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2002.
Grading Basis: Graded
Introduces synthesis and design of materials in the nanoscale. Typical synthesis strategies of low dimensional materials including nanoparticles, nanowires, nanotubes and hierarchical nanostructures are presented and discussed. The reasons behind growth mechanisms are interpreted and the nanoscale structure-properties relations are described. Design strategies of multifunctional nanomaterials will be addressed as well. Readings from modern scientific literature are assigned weekly for in-class discussions.
View Classes »4241. Nanomaterials Characterization and Application
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 2002.
Grading Basis: Graded
Introduces materials characterization and applications at the nanoscale. Standard and advanced methods in Scanning Probe Microscopy, Electron Microscopy, and Focused Ion Beams are presented. Self-Assembled and Lithographically defined structures are treated. Nanoscale particles, tubes, films, and structures are discussed. Applications for enhanced mechanical, electronic, magnetic, optical, and biological properties are described. Societal implications including performance, costs, environmental impacts, and health issues are addressed. Readings from modern scientific literature are assigned weekly for in-class discussions.
View Classes »4701. Biomedical Materials and Implants
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3700 or BME 3700. Not open to students who have passed BME 4701.
Grading Basis: Graded
This advanced course will enable students to further expand their knowledge in various aspects of biomaterials science, engineering and applications. The course will focus on the strategies to improve cell-material and tissue-implant interaction. An emphasis is placed on the biomaterial innovations and technologies that integrate bioactivity, functionality to improve the performance of the implants. The course will also provide an overview of the FDA regulatory pathways for biomaterial and implant approvals.
View Classes »4800. Materials for Advanced Fossil Energy Systems
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3001 and 3002 both of which can be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
Will familiarize students with the state of the art in fossil fuel power generation technologies ranging from conventional combustion to emerging technologies such as oxyfuel combustion; integrated coal gasification (IGCC) and fuel cell (IGFC) systems; and CO2 separation and sequestration.
View Classes »4801. Materials for Alternative, Renewable Energy
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3001 and 3002 both of which can be taken concurrently.
Grading Basis: Graded
Overview of energy conversion and storage systems - centralized and distributed generation to stationary and motive batteries; efficiency calculation and thermodynamics; electrochemistry - primary and secondary batteries; fuels - chemistry, processing, impurities; combustion, gasification and electrochemical systems; materials requirements; bulk and surface properties; metals, ceramics and superalloys; gas -metal interactions; gas - liquid -metal interactions; development trend - alloying principles, coatings, claddings; alloy processing and coating techniques.
View Classes »4901W. Capstone Design Project I
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 3002; 3004; 3055; ENGL 1007 or 1010 or 1011 or 2011.
Grading Basis: Graded
Seniors working in teams with faculty and industry mentors solve open ended projects in design of materials, materials processes, and material systems. Oral and written reports are required in each semester. For students with high academic standing the BSE and MS projects may overlap.
View Classes »4902W. Capstone Design Project II
3.00 credits
Prerequisites: MSE 4901; ENGL 1007 or 1010 or 1011 or 2011.
Grading Basis: Graded
Seniors working in teams with faculty and industry mentors solve open ended projects in design of materials, products, and processes. Oral and written reports are required in each semester. For students with high academic standing the BSE and MS projects may overlap.
View Classes »4996. Thesis Research in Materials Science and Engineering
1.00 - 3.00 credits
Prerequisites: Up to three credits of MSE 4097 or 4996 can satisfy the Professional Elective requirement.
Grading Basis: Graded
Academic research conducted by a student under the supervision of the thesis advisor that involves completing and documenting a major original project.
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