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Mar 29, 2024
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ME 521 - Science of Engineering Materials3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits Course Description The structure and solid-state reaction in single and multiphase materials under equilibrium and nonequilibrium conditions are covered. Elastic, plastic and viso-elastic behavior of materials are analyzed. Material systems, service stability, failure of materials and the selection of materials are considered. (prereq: PH 2010, CH 200, or equivalent) Course Learning Outcomes Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Be familiar with typical properties and common engineering applications of broad categories of materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, composites)
- Identify needed material property data for various applications
- Understand the underlying principles involved in the processing/heat treatment of several materials
- Understand the role of diffusion in the processing and use of engineering materials
Prerequisites by Topic
- Introductory solid state chemistry
- Basic mechanical principles
Course Topics
- Classification of materials
- Mechanical and electrical properties of materials
- Bonding and structure in materials (metals, ceramics and polymers), including defects and imperfections
- Atomic movement (diffusion) in crystalline solids
- Polymer based materials: composition, structure, properties
- Ceramic materials, composition and properties
- Laboratory demonstration (microscopy, tensile testing)
- Strengthening methods for metals
- Phase diagrams in metals
- Precipitation strengthening in aluminum alloys
- Properties and heat treating of steel
- Review and exam
Coordinator Dr. Matt Panhans
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