|
|
|
Apr 19, 2024
|
|
ENGR 201 - Materials Science for Engineers
5.0 Credits
An introduction to materials science that includes the atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures of materials and their relationship to electrical, mechanical, thermal, and chemical properties, as well as an introduction to materials processing and fabrication techniques.
Prerequisite CHEM& 161; PHYS& 221 or concurrent enrollment.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Relate the physical and mechanical properties of materials to the basic nature of their bonds.
- Describe the effects of structure and defects on the mechanical properties of solids.
- Interpret and create phase diagrams.
- Explain the concepts of stiffness, hardness, toughness, ductility, fatigue, and resiliency and how these qualities are measured.
- Describe the processes used to fabricate materials for engineering applications.
- Analyze material failure and explain the factors that lead to failure.
Add to Personal Catalog (opens a new window)
|
|
|
