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The following is a complete list of courses currently
offered in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering:
14:635:201 Glass In The Modern World (3)
14:635:202 Ceramics In The Modern World (3)
14:635:203 Introduction To Materials Science & Engineering (3)
14:635:204 Processing I (3)
14:635:205 Crystal Chemistry And Structure Of Materials (3)
14:635:206 Thermodynamics (4)
14:635:212 Physics Of Materials (3)
14:635:253 Laboratory I (2)
14:635:254 Laboratory I I (2)
14:635:303 Phase Diagrams (3)
14:635:304 Ceramic Compositions (4)
14:635:305 Processing I I (3)
14:635:306 Processing I I I (3)
14:635:307 Kinetics Of Materials Processes (3)
14:635:309 Characterization Of Materials (3)
14:635:312 Glass Engineering (3)
14:635:314 Strength Of Materials (3)
14:635:321 Structural, Mechanical And Chemical Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials (3)
14:635:322 Photonic, Electronic And Magnetic Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials (3)
14:635:330 Introduction To Nanomaterials (3)
14:635:331 Structural, Mechanical And Chemical Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials Lab (1)
14:635:332 Photonic, Electronic And Magnetic Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials Lab (1)
14:150:333 Biological Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials Laboratory (1)
14:635:340 Electrochemical Materials And Devices (3)
14:635:355 Laboratory I I I (2)
14:635:360 Materials Science & Engineering Of Ceramics & Glasses (3)
14:635:361 Materials Science & Engineering Of Polymers (3)
14:635:362 Physical Metallurgy (3)
14:635:401 Senior Ceramic And Materials Engineering Laboratory I (3)
14:635:402 Senior Ceramic And Materials Engineering Laboratory I I (3)
14:635:403 / 404 Senior Ceramic Seminar (1)
14:635:405 Solar Cell Design And Processing (3)
14:635:406 Refractories (3)
14:635:407 Ceramic Microscopy (3)
14:635:408 Instrumental Techniques For Ceramic Research (3)
14:635:410 Biological Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials (3)
14:635:411 Materials Science & Engineering Design I (3)
14:635:412 Materials Science & Engineering Design I I (3)
14:635:413 Materials Science & Engr Venture Analysis (3)
14:635:414 Electronic, Optical And Magnetic Properties Of Materials (3)
14:635:416 Physical And Chemical Properties Of Glass (3)
14:635:422 Abrasives (1.5)
14:635:423 Structural Ceramics (1.5)
14:635:424 Hydraulic Setting Materials (1.5)
14:635:425 Ceramic Colors (1.5)
14:635:426 Ceramic Metal Systems (3)
14:635:431 Fiber Optic Engineering (3)
14:635:432 Application Of Fiber Optics (3)
14:635:433 Optical Materials (3)
14:635:451 Fiber Optics Engineering Laboratory (1)
14:635:457 Ceramic Microscopy Laboratory (1)
14:635:467 Whitewares (3)
14:635:468 Applications Of Industrial Minerals (3)
14:635:491 Special Problems (BA)
14:635:492 Special Problems (BA)
14:635:493 Special Problems (BA)
14:635:496 / 497 Co-op Internship (3)
14:635:201 Glass In The Modern World (3)
For students with little or no background in the physical
sciences or engineering, especially liberal arts students seeking an elective.
Not open to Ceramic majors. The role of glass in contemporary society. 14:635:202 Ceramics In The Modern World (3)
For students with little background in mathematics or the physical sciences
An introduction to the field of ceramics. Surveys the broad principles
of ceramics and relates them to each principal area in the discipline. 14:635:203 Introduction To Materials Science & Engineering (3) (syllabus )
Corequisite160:160 The general field of ceramics, including its development
and present scope, the classification of the industry by major divisions,
and discussion of the technology of these industries. The broad principles
of ceramics based on an approach from crystal physics and unit processes. 14:635:204 Processing I (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisites: 14:635:203 The methods and techniques of producing ceramic
raw materials from mined ores are investigated with an emphasis on the
fundamental processes of liberation and separation, and the engineering
of these materials to suit specific ceramic processes and applications.
Types of raw materials and their application, mining methods, and control
parameters are considered broadly. Emphasis is placed on modern beneficiation
technology. Ceramic raw materials for advanced ceramics are studied and
discussed in the context of their predominantly chemical origin. Important
properties of both chemical and mineral raw materials are examined with
respect to processing and property requirements. Recovery and utilization
of wastes, raw material blending, and the use of previously unusable materials
are discussed in the context of the characterization and reformulation
concept. 14:635:205 Crystal Chemistry And Structure Of Materials (3) Back to Top (syllabus)
Corequisite: 160:160 This course introduces concepts of crystal chemistry
applied to ceramics, oxides and non-oxides. It develops from bonding,
the unit cell, crystallography and symmetry in such a way that the ceramic
engineering students have a basis for structure-property relationships 14:635:206 Thermodynamics (4) (syllabus)
Prerequisite 01:160:160, 01:640:244 The laws of thermodynamics, chemical
potentials and activities, condensed phase equilibria, phase diagrams
and microstructure, the reactions between solids and gases, gas-gas reactions. 14:635:212 Physics Of Materials (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisites: 01:640:243 This course extends the coverage of structure-processing-property
relationships and emphasizes properties. It includes an introduction to
thermal processes and thermal properties, as well as optical properties. 14:635:253 Laboratory I (2) (syllabus)
Lab. 3 hrs., Lec. 55 min. This laboratory course focuses on helping the
student develop skills for the planning, execution and reporting of formal
experimental results relating to the processing of ceramic materials.
Various topics expose students to ceramic fabrication methods used in
industry such as powder processing, porcelain enameling and melt forming. 14:635:254 Laboratory I I (2) (syllabus)
Lab. 3 hrs., Lec. 55 min. Prerequisite: 14:635:253 This laboratory course
focuses on helping the student develop skills for the planning, execution
and reporting of formal experimental results relating to the characterization
of ceramic materials. Various topics expose student to ceramic characterization
procedures used in industry such as particle size measurement, phase identification
and dilatometry. 14:635:303 Phase Diagrams (3) Back to Top (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 01:160:160, 14:635:206 Applications of phase rule to one-,
two-, and three-component systems with special emphasis on silicates and
other oxide systems of interest in ceramics. 14:635:304 Ceramic Compositions (4) (syllabus)
Lec. 3 hrs., lab. 3 hrs Develops understanding of the fundamentals of the interaction of composition,
processing microstructure, and properties, with a major emphasis upon the effects of composition.
Helps understand the use of minor compositional changes and/or additions. Studies properties of
whitewares, glazes & enamels, glass, structural ceramics, bioceramics, magnetic and electrical
ceramics, ferrous and nonferrous alloys, and polymer and polymer composites. Students design
experiments using statistical design and carry out one major experiment of their own choosing. 14:635:305 Processing I I (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:304, 204, 01:160:160 Batch Preparation and Organic
Additives . Prerequisite 150:204 This course will equip the student with
a fundamental understanding of the processing steps, which precede forming.
In order to accomplish this, both the processes and additional fundamental
not covered in other courses must be discussed. Such fundamental topics
include powder processing, rheology and organic and colloidal chemistry.
The role of these fundamental processes in forming is stressed by a detailed
discussion of casting methods. 14:635:306 Processing I I I (3) (syllabus)
Corequisites: 14:635:205, 303, 305, 307 This course teaches the engineering
methods for forming useful densified ceramic shapes from ceramic raw materials
(powders, fibers, etc.). A wide range of forming processes are presented
with an emphasis on underlying data presented in this course and preceding
ones. The role of the processing variables in determining the microstructure
and hence product quality is a major theme. Specific equipment configurations
are discussed to alert the student to the processes being used in industry
and to illustrate the application of these principles towards engineering
processes. Furthermore, the importance of accessing information through
reference literature will be emphasized in the context of engineering
process systems. In addition to the conventional process systems, non-conventional
forming processes will be discussed as well. 14:635:307 Kinetics Of Materials Processes (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:205, 206, 01:640:244 This course takes a phenomenological
approach to the solid-state reactions involved in materials processing.
It includes phase transformations and phase separation. It discusses mechanisms
and transport phenomena. 14:635:309 Characterization Of Materials (3) Back to Top (syllabus)
Prerequisite 101:160:160, 14:635:205 14:635:228 Interactions of electromagnetic
radiation, electrons, and ions with matter and their application in x-ray
diffraction and x-ray, IR, UV, electron and ion spectroscopies in the
analysis of materials. Additional, non-spectroscopic analytical techniques
are also covered. 14:635:312 Glass Engineering (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:204, 303 Discussion of basic physical and chemical
properties, chemical durability, stress release, annealing and tempering,
mechanical strength, raw materials and melting, and methods of manufacture.
Design of composition for desired engineered properties. 14:635:314 Strength Of Materials (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 01:640:143, 144, 01:750:151, 124 The mechanical behavior
of ceramics is discussed with emphasis on brittle behavior at room temperature
and the transition to a limited plasticity regime at high temperatures.
The interplay of basic deformation mechanisms with microstructural features
and the implication for design and processing of ceramics are considered.
14:635:321 Structural, Mechanical And Chemical Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:330 This course covers structural applications of
nanomaterials, such as elasticity, superplasticity and behavior of nanocomposites.
Mechanical applications include tribology and wear, microelectromechanical
systems (MEMS), microfluids, acoustic matching and actuators. Chemical
applications include catalysis, electrochemistry and corrosion. 14:635:322 Photonic, Electronic And Magnetic Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:330 This course covers electronic applications of
nanomaterials such as quantum dots, nanowires, field effect transistors,
and nanoelectromechanical systems. Magnetic applications include information
storage, giant and colossal magnetoresistance, and super-paramagnetism.
Photonic applications include nanolasers, photonic band gap devices and
dense wavelength multiplexers. 14:635:330 Introduction To Nanomaterials (3) Back to Top (syllabus)
Open to all Science and Engineering Students who have completed 60 credit
hours Nanotechnology involves behavior and control of materials and processes
at the atomic and molecular levels. This interdisciplinary course introduces
the student to the theoretical basis, synthetic processes and experimental
techniques for nanomaterials. This course is the introduction to 3 advanced
courses in (1) Photonic, Electronic and Magnetic Applications of Nanomaterials
and Nanostructures, (2) Structural, Mechanical and Chemical Applications,
and (3) Biological Applications. 14:635:331 Structural, Mechanical And Chemical Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials Lab (1) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:330: Co-requisite: 14:635:321 This laboratory complements
Nanomaterials: Structural, Mechanical and Chemical Properties (150:321)
and reinforces the subjects with hands-on experiments. 14:635:332 Photonic, Electronic And Magnetic Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials Lab (1) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:330: Co-requisite: 14:635:321 This laboratory complements
Photonic, Electronic and Magnetic Properties of Nanomaterials (635:322)
and reinforces the subjects with hands-on experiments. 14:150:333 Biological Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials Laboratory (1) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:330: Co-requisite: 14:635:321 Will be added in Fall
2003 14:635:340 Electrochemical Materials And Devices (3) (syllabus)
This course will give an introduction to basic electrochemistry, principles
of electrochemical devices, electroactive materials used in such devices,
and case studies of batteries, fuel cells, and sensors. An emphasis is
placed on the integration of electrochemical principles and materials
science for application in modern electrochemical devices. 14:635:355 Laboratory I I I (2) Back to Top (syllabus)
Lab. 3 hrs., Lec. 55 min. Prerequisite: 14:635:253, 254 This laboratory
course focuses on helping the student develop skills for the planning,
execution and reporting of formal experimental results relating to the
measurement of ceramic materials properties. Properties investigated are
optical, electrical and mechanical in nature. The measurement method as
well as the structure-property relationship found in ceramic materials
will be stressed. In addition, principles of electrical engineering relevant
to the property measurements will be also be emphasized. 14:635:360 Materials Science & Engineering Of Ceramics & Glasses (3) (syllabus)
The course focuses on the principal materials fields that are satisfied by ceramic materials. The topics covered by this course go well beyond those covered in Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering 14-635:203. These topics include traditional areas such as whitewares, enamels, glazes, glass and refractories. In addition a wide range of advanced materials topics include electronic, magnetic, optic, biomedical, catalyst and structural materials. An emphasis will be placed on understanding the interrelationship between chemistry, structure, properties and performance.
14:635:361 Materials Science & Engineering Of Polymers (3) (syllabus)
This course focuses on the principal materials fields that are satisfied by organic polymers. The topics covered by this course go well beyond those covered in Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering 14-635:203. Topics covered in this course include, polymerization, structure, characterization methods, stress/strain behavior, processing methods, and structure-property relationships with an emphasis on mechanical, optical, and transport properties. 14:635:362 Physical Metallurgy (3) (syllabus)
This course focuses on the principal materials fields that are satisfied by metals and alloys. The topics covered by this course go well beyond those covered in Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering 14-635:203. These topics include crystallography, phase equilibria, alloy crystal chemistry, and traditional and advanced metal and alloy processing. The relationship between structure -properties-performance will be discussed in detail. These relationships will be used to understand the criteria for process selection, which include Risk assessment, product liability, failure analysis and prevention, and environmental impact. 14:635:401 Senior Ceramic And Materials Engineering Laboratory I (3) (syllabus)
Conf. 1 hr., lab 6 hrs. Prerequisite14:635:306, 308, 309, 401 Training
in methods of independent research. Students, after consultation, are
assigned a problem connected with some phase of ceramics or ceramic engineering
in their elected field of specialization. 14:635:402 Senior Ceramic And Materials Engineering Laboratory I I (3) Back to Top (syllabus)
Conf. 1 hr., lab 6 hrs. Prerequisite14:635:306, 308, 309, 401 Training
in methods of independent research. Students, after consultation, are
assigned a problem connected with some phase of ceramics or ceramic engineering
in their elected field of specialization. 14:635:403 / 404 Senior Ceramic Seminar (1) (syllabus)
Current trends and topics of special interest in ceramics discussed by
faculty, students, and representatives from the ceramics industry. 14:635:405 Solar Cell Design And Processing (3) (syllabus)
14:635:406 Refractories (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:306 Physical and chemical principles involved in
the development, production, and use of refractories, including carbides,
nitrides, oxides, and silicates. Emphasis on modern, high-temperature
applications. 14:635:407 Ceramic Microscopy (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:205 Indicatrix theory. Use of thin-section and polished-section
techniques in optical microscopy, application of scanning electron microscopy
with sections, fractures, and powders. Application to ceramic products
and processes. 14:635:408 Instrumental Techniques For Ceramic Research (3) Back to Top (syllabus)
Lec. 2 hrs., lab, 3 hrs. Prerequisite: 14:635:301 A study of the instrumentation
used in the analysis and evaluation of ceramic materials. Instruction
on Xray, DTA/TGA, electron microscope, and electron microprobe. 14:635:410 Biological Applications Of Nanostructures And Nanomaterials (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:330 14:635:411 Materials Science & Engineering Design I (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisites: 14:635:204-305-306. Corequisite: 14:635:411, 413 Fundamentals
of equipment and plant design, construction, installation, maintenance,
and cost for manufacture of ceramic products. Assignment of a problem
in elected field of specialization 14:635:412 Materials Science & Engineering Design I I (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisites: 14:635:204-305-306. Corequisite: 14:635:411, 413 Fundamentals
of equipment and plant design, construction, installation, maintenance,
and cost for manufacture of ceramic products. Assignment of a problem
in elected field of specialization 14:635:413 Materials Science & Engr Venture Analysis (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:540:343 Product innovation and development techniques
for ceramic materials based on traditional venture— analysis techniques.
Aspects of marketing, engineering design, framework structuring, and decision
and risk analysis. 14:635:414 Electronic, Optical And Magnetic Properties Of Materials (3) Back to Top (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:205, 355 Theoretical and practical consideration
of dielectric loss, ferroelectricity, ferromagnetism, and semiconductivity
in ceramic systems (glass, crystal, glass-crystal composites). Variation
of properties with composition, structure, temperature, and frequency.
14:635:416 Physical And Chemical Properties Of Glass (3) (syllabus)
Two 80 minute Lectures. Offered even years only. Prerequisites: 01:160:160,
01:750:228, 14:635:312 Provide an atomistic understanding of the role
of composition on the structure and properties of glasses. 14:635:422 Abrasives (1.5)
Manufacture, development, and properties of abrasives 14:635:423 Structural Ceramics (1.5)
Fundamental engineering aspects of structural ceramics. 14:635:424 Hydraulic Setting Materials (1.5)
Cements, limes, and plasters; their manufacture, properties, and uses. 14:635:425 Ceramic Colors (1.5) Back to Top
Fundamental aspect of color and pigments are reviewed with specific examples
related to glazes and enamels. 14:635:426 Ceramic Metal Systems (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 635:307 Vitreous enamels, refractory coatings, electronic
components, composite systems, and cemented carbides from the standpoint
of engineering production methods, physical properties, and fundamental
principles. 14:635:431 Fiber Optic Engineering (3) (syllabus)
Light propagation in transparent materials, waveguide materials and structures,
fiber drawing and characterization, basic fiber measurement techniques,
optical data links, advanced applications of optical fibers. 14:635:432 Application Of Fiber Optics (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisite: 14:635:431 Follow-on course to Fiber Optics Engineering
emphasizing the applications of fiber optics in sensors and in medicine
and surgery. In addition, new, unconventional fibers, such as infrared
fiber optics, will be discussed. 14:635:433 Optical Materials (3) (syllabus)
Fundamentals of optical materials (crystal, glasses, polymers). Relation
of structure with optical properties and applications. Spectral characteristics
of thin material. 14:635:451 Fiber Optics Engineering Laboratory (1) Back to Top
Lab 3 hrs Optical spectroscopy, cleaving and splicing, loss, numerical
aperture, dispersion measurements, mechanical properties, environmental
effects, source and detector evaluation, optical link measurements, fiber
optic sensors. 14:635:457 Ceramic Microscopy Laboratory (1) (syllabus)
Lab 3 hrs Optical spectroscopy, cleaving and splicing, loss, numerical
aperture, dispersion measurements, mechanical properties, environmental
effects, source and detector evaluation, optical link measurements, fiber
optic sensors. 14:635:467 Whitewares (3)
Prerequisite: 14:635:203, 303 and 304 or Special Permission from the Instructor
This class is intended for students interested in expanding their knowledge
of clay-based bodies and glazes. The course will review raw materials,
body formulations, forming techniques, glaze compositions, glaze application
technology and firing technology. 14:635:468 Applications Of Industrial Minerals (3)
Prerequisite: 14:635:204 or Special Permission from the Instructor Applications
of Industrial Minerals provides a broad profile of the structure, processing,
properties and uses of the most widely mined and used minerals. A comprehensive
overview of how and why these minerals are used in paints, coatings, pharmaceuticals
and pesticides adhesives, paper, rubber, sealants and plastics are reviewed
14:635:491 Special Problems (BA)
Individual or group study or study projects, under the guidance of a faculty
member on special areas of interest in ceramic engineering. 14:635:492 Special Problems (BA) Back to Top
Individual or group study or study projects, under the guidance of a faculty
member on special areas of interest in ceramic engineering. 14:635:493 Special Problems (BA)
Individual or group study or study projects, under the guidance of a faculty
member on special areas of interest in ceramic engineering. 14:635:496 / 497 Co-op Internship (3) (syllabus)
Prerequisites: Open to CME students who have completed their junior year
and maintain a GPA of 2.5. The internship provides the student with the
opportunity to practice and/or apply knowledge and skills in various ceramic
or materials engineering professional environments. This internship is
intended to provide a capstone experience to the student’s undergraduate
studies by integrating prior course work into a working engineering environment.
The credits earned are for the educational benefits of the experience.
The student will be provided with real world experience covering the fundamentals
of materials, equipment, processing, plant design and product performance.
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