PHYS 3040 - Introduction to Materials Science

Course Description

An integrated study of the nature and behavior of metals, ceramics and polymers. Topics include crystal structures, phase diagrams, microstructures and microscopy, defects, phases and interfaces in materials systems, phase transformations, deformation, annealing and failure of materials.

 

Teaching Pattern

  • Duration of course: about 13 weeks

  • Lecture hour(s) per week: 3

 

Content

An integrated study of the nature and behavior of metals, ceramics and polymers.

  • Crystal structures

  • Phase diagrams

  • Microstructures and microscopy

  • Defects

  • Phases and interfaces in materials systems

  • Phase transformations

  • Deformation

  • Annealing and failure of materials