Catalog Info
WebAdvisor Title
Science of Materials
Credit Hours
3.00
Contact Hours Per Week
3 (for 15-week classes)
Course Description
Introduces the science of engineering materials. The properties of metals, alloys, polymers, and ceramics are correlated with their internal structure (atomic, crystal, micro- and macro-) and service environment (mechanical, chemical, thermal, magnetic, and radiation effects).
Pre-requisites
MATH-180 and CHEM-141 (with a C or better)
Co-requisites
Recommended: PHYS-231 and MATH-183
Course Satisfies MACRAO Requirements
Yes
MTA Categories
- Category 6.1: Natural Sciences
General Education Categories
- Natural Sciences