Mar 29, 2024  
2019-2020 Graduate Academic Catalog 
    
2019-2020 Graduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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ME 521 - Science of Engineering Materials

3 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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