Materials Engineering

MAT 501. Prin-Materials I. 3 Hours

PRINCIPLES OF MATERIALS I - Structure of engineering materials from electronic to atomic and crystallographic considerations. Includes: atomic structure and interatomic bonding, imperfections, diffusion, mechanical properties, strengthening mechanisms, failure, phase diagrams, phase transformations and processing. Prerequisite(s): MTH 219; college chemistry; college physics.

MAT 502. Prin of Materials II. 3 Hours

PRINCIPLES OF MATERIALS II - Structure, behavior, and processing of metal alloys, ceramics, polymers, and composites to include: mechanical behavior, corrosion, electrical, magnetic, and optical properties. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501 or equivalent.

MAT 504. Technqs-Materls Anal. 3 Hours

TECHNIQUES OF MATERIALS ANALYSIS - Fundamentals and applications of the traditional analytical methods such as x-ray analysis, electron microprobe, and scanning microscopy. Techniques such as NMR, atomic absorption, Raman, Mossbauer, and field ion microscopy will be covered. Emphasis on applicability. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501 or permission of instructor.

MAT 506. Mech Behavior-Matrls. 3 Hours

MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF MATERIALS - Fudamental relationships between the structure and mechanical behavior of materials. Includes fundamentals of stress and strain, the physical basis for elastic deformation, elementary, dislocation theory and plastic deformation, strengthening mechanisms, yield criteria and their application to biaxial and multi-axial behavior and failure, fracture and toughening mechanisms, creep and creep rupture, behavior and failure of cellular solids, and fatigue. Prerequisite(s): (MAT 501, MAT 502) or permission of instructor.

MAT 507. Intro-Ceramic Matrls. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO CERAMIC MATERIALS - The course begins with an overview of the diverse ceramic fields and of the historical evolution of ceramics. The physics and chemistry fundamentals associated with modern ceramic technology are reviewed. The scope of ceramic compositions and processing technologies are described. The physical, chemical, mechanical and electrical properties of ceramics and the associated methods for measuring these properties are presented. The effects of time, temperature and environmental conditions on material behavior are studied. The design concepts used for ceramic products and the range of applications for modern ceramics are discussed. The course also includes a history of the development and use of ceramics in turbine engines. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501.

MAT 508. Prin-Materls Selectn. 3 Hours

PRINCIPLES OF MATERIAL SELECTION - Basic scientific and practical consideration involved in the intelligent selection of materials for specific applications. Impact of new developments in materials technology and analytical techniques. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501 or permission of instructor.

MAT 509. Intro-Polymer Sci. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO POLYMER SCIENCE - THERMOPLASTICS - Broad technical overview of the nature of synthetic macromolecules, including the formation of polymers and their structure, structure-property relationships, polymer characterization and processing, and applications of polymers. Fundamental topics such as viscoelasticity, the glassy state, time-temperature superposition, polymer transitions, and free volume will also be reviewed. The course focuses on thermoplastic polymers. Prerequisite(s): Organic chemistry; college physics; differential equations.

MAT 510. High Prf Therm-Polymr. 3 Hours

HIGH PERFORMANCE THERMOSTAT POLYMERS - Survey of high performance thermo set resins, focusing on chemistry, processing, and properties of six general resin families: vinyl ester, epoxy, phenolic, cyanate ester, bismaleimide, and polyamides. The course will include fundamental discussions of polymerization mechanisms, network structure development, rheology and time-temperature transformation, resin toughening, and structure-processing-property relationships. Characterization techniques will also be reviewed. Prerequisite(s): Organic chemistry; college physics; differential equations.

MAT 511. Prin of Corrosion. 3 Hours

PRINCIPLES OF CORROSION - Theoretical and practical application of electrochemical principles to the field of corrosion covering thermodynamics, kinetics, forms of corrosion and methods for characterizing and controlling corrosion in areas of biomedical engineering, aerospace, automotive, and marine environments. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501.

MAT 512. Engr Mag Matrls. 3 Hours

ENGINEERING MAGNETIC MATERIALS & THEIR FUNCTION IN GREEN ENERGY - Magnetic fundamentals including spontaneous magnetization; advanced magnetic materials, computer modeling of magnetic circuits using 2D/3D finite element analysis. Applications of magnetic materials in electric machines. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501; college physics or permission of instructor.

MAT 513. Mag Matrls-Engr Appl. 3 Hours

ADVANCED MAGNETIC MATERIALS - More detailed description of magnetics and magnetic materials, including spontaneous magnetization, domain structure, magnetic anisotropy, energies involved in magnetic materials, technical magnetization, Fe, Fe-Si, Fe-Ni, Fe-Co, Fe-Al, soft ferrites, amorphous soft magnetic materials, nanocrystalline soft magnetic materials, Alnico, Fe-Cr-Co, hard ferrites, SmCo5, Sm2Co17, Nd2Fe14B, Sm-Fe-N, nanocomposite permanent magnet materials and coercivity mechanisms. Prerequisite(s): MAT 512.

MAT 521. NDE/SHM. 3 Hours

NDE/SHM - Introduction to theory and application of methods for nondestructive flaw detection and materials characterization for metals, polymers, ceramics and advanced composites using x-ray, ultrasonic, electromagnetic (magnetic particle, eddy current), thermal, and optical techniques Also, statistical analysis of reliability, probability of detection and quality assurance provided. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.

MAT 527. Methds-Polymer Analy. 3 Hours

METHODS OF POLYMER ANALYSIS - Modern laboratory techniques used in preparation and characterization of polymers; experimental investigations of polymer structure-property relations; measurement of molecular weight averages and distributions, thermal and mechanical properties, viscoelastic and rheological properties; transitions and crystallinity. Prerequisite(s): MAT 509 or MAT 510.

MAT 528. Chem Behav of Matls. 3 Hours

CHEMICAL BEHAVIOR OF MATERIALS - This course will address chemical behavior as a subject complementary to mechanical behavior of materials. A special emphasis will be given to structure-property relationships of the major classes of materials. Physical/chemical periodicity, bonding, processing chemistry, and chemical behavior in the application environment will be addressed. Each major class of materials will be discussed with specific case studies for each. Prerequisite(s): College chemistry or permission of the instructor.

MAT 529. Computational Chem. 3 Hours

COMPUTATIONAL CHEMISTRY - Introduction to computational chemistry including a discussion of ab initio, semiempical, and DFT metods and an overview of molecular mechanics and molecular simulation methods. Lectures are supplemented by simulation exercises using commercial programs such as Gaussiari and Molecular Studio. Prerequisite(s): CHM124, or consent of instructor.

MAT 535. High Temperture Matl. 3 Hours

HIGH TEMPERATURE MATERIALS - This course will provide students with the basic material behavior concepts which control high-temperature properties of metals and alloys. A special emphasis will be given to creep behavior of metals and alloys including a comprehensive study of relationships between microstructure and high-temperature creep deformation of pure metals, single-phase alloys, multi-phase alloys, and dispersion-strengthened materials. In addition, the properties and applications of high-temperature materials will be discussed, especially those alloys used in the aerospace industry for gas turbine engine rotating-component, such as titanium and nickel-based superalloys. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501 or equivalent.

MAT 540. Composite Design. 3 Hours

COMPOSITE DESIGN - Design with composite materials. Micromechanics. Lamination theory. Joining. Fatigue. Environmental effects. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303 or EGM 330.

MAT 541. Exp Mech Cmpsite Mat. 3 Hours

EXPERIMENTAL MECHANICS OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS - Introduction to the mechanical response of fiber-reinforced composite materials with emphasis on the development of experimental methodology. Analytical topics include stress-strain behavior of anisotropic materials, laminate mechanics, and strength analysis. Theoretical models are applied to the analysis of experimental techniques used for characterizing composite materials. Lectures are supplemented by laboratory sessions in which characterization tests are performed on contemporary composite materials. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303 or EGM 330.

MAT 542. Adv Composites. 3 Hours

ADVANCED COMPOSITES - Materials and processing. Comprehensive introduction to advanced fiber reinforced polymeric matrix composites. Constituent materials and composite processing will be emphasized with special emphasis placed on structure-property relationships, the role of matrix in composite processing, mechanical behavior and laminate processing. Specific topics will include starting materials, material forms, processing, quality assurance, test methods, and mechanical behavior. Prerequisite(s): (MAT 501 or MAT 509) or permission of instructor.

MAT 543. Analy Mech-Cmp Matls. 3 Hours

ANALYTICAL MECHANICS OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS - Analytical models are developed for predicting the mechanical and thermal behavior of fiber-reinforced composite materials as a function of constituent material properties. Both continuous and discontinuous fiber-reinforced systems are considered. Specific topics include basic mechanics of anisotropic materials, micro-mechanics and lamination theory, free-edge effects, and failure criteria. Prerequisite(s): EGM 303 or EGM 330.

MAT 544. Mech-Composite Struc. 3 Hours

MECHANICS OF COMPOSITE MATERIALS - Comprehensive treatment of laminated beams, plates, and sandwich structures. Effect of heterogeneity and anisotropy on bending under lateral loads, buckling, and free vibration are emphasized. Shear deformation and other higher-order theories and their range of parametric applications also considered. Prerequisite(s): MAT 543 or permission of instructor.

MAT 570. Fracture Mechanics. 3 Hours

FRACTURE MECHANICS - Application of the principles of fracture mechanics to problems associated with fatigue and fracture in engineering structures. The course will cover the development of models that apply to a range of materials, geometries, and loading conditions. Prerequisite(s): MAT 506 or permission of instructor.

MAT 575. Fracture & Fatigue. 3 Hours

FRACTURE & FATIGUE OF METALS & ALLOYS I - This course will cover the effects of microstructure on the fracture and fatigue behavior of engineering metals and alloys with a special emphasis on static and dynamic brittle and ductile failures and static and fatigue crack initiation. Alloy fracture resistance, fracture toughness, fatigue behavior, and methods to improve fracture and fatigue behavior will be discussed in detail. Various analytical techniques for failure analysis of structural components will be presented. A practical failure-analysis project will be performed. Prerequisite(s): (MAT 501 or MAT 506) or permission of instructor.

MAT 576. Fracture&Fatigue II. 3 Hours

FRACTURE & FATIGUE OF METALS & ALLOYS II - This course will cover the areas of the effects of microstructure on fatigue crack propagation and on final fracture by fatigue. This will include fatigue life prediction, using damage-tolerance approach to component-design and microstructural and structural synthesis for optimum behavior. Specific material-related aspects of fatigue crack propagation mechanisms for optimum damage tolerant behavior, and the related failure analysis will also be covered. A comprehensive project in failure-analysis of aerospace metallic components will also be conducted. Prerequisite(s): MAT 575 or equivalent.

MAT 577. Lght Structrl Metals. 3 Hours

LIGHT STRUCTURAL METALS - This course is an introduction and review of light structural metals, commonly used throughout the aerospace and automotive industries. It will include the mtallurgy of light metals, from ore extraction, smelting, alloying and shape making to heat-treatment. Design and applications of light structural metals and a comprehensive technology and economic comparisons with other groups of metals wil be presented. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501, MAT 502.

MAT 579. Mtls Adv Egr Appl. 3 Hours

MATERIALS FOR ADVANCED ENERGY APPLICATIONS - Various advanced energy technologies (AMTEC, Fuel Cells, Thermoelectrics, Nuclear, etc.) will be discussed with an emphasis on the role that materials have/will play in their development. Critical 'bottlenecks' in materials development delaying the introduction of new advanced energy systems will be identified. In addition, how material selections are made based on operational system environments in 'real world' scenarios will be presented. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501 AND MAT 502 or permission of instructor.

MAT 580. Polymer Durability. 3 Hours

POLYMER DURABILITY - An in-depth study of the mechanisms leading to polymer decomposition and degradation, as well as methods for analyzing and preventing or minimizing these processes and thereby improving polymer durability. Topics include thermal / pyrolytic, thermo-oxidative, hydrolysis, photo/UV/weathering, flammability, mechanical, biodegradation, high energy radiation, and physical aging. Prerequisite(s): MAT 509 / CME 509 or MAT 509 / CME 510.

MAT 581. Nanoelectronics. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO NANOELECTRONICS - Introduction to the physics of materials on the nanoscale; quantum confinement theory; electronic and optical properties of semiconductor nanostructures; single electron transistors (SETs); tunneling and ballistic devices; nanostructured LEDs, photodetectors, and lasers; nanophotovoltaics and nanomagnetics; quantum computing and molecular electronics; nanoelectronic fabrication, state-of-the-art and emerging nanoscale devices and applications. Prerequisite(s): ECE 506.

MAT 583. Adv Photovoltaics. 3 Hours

ADVANCED PHOTOVOLTAICS - This theoretical course will cover science and applications of photovoltaics, with special emphasis on inorganic and organic semiconductors, ferroelectrics, chalcopyrites, metamaterials, and quantum structures. Prerequisite(s): ECE 506 or permission of instructor.

MAT 589. Graduate Sem Series. 1 Hour

GRADUATE SEMINAR SERIES - Graduate seminars on various current material topics presented by guest speakers.

MAT 590. Selected Readings. 1-3 Hours

SELECTED READINGS IN MATERIAL ENGINEERING - Directed readings in selected areas of materials engineering arranged and approved by the student's advisor and the program director.

MAT 595. Special Problems. 1-3 Hours

SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN MATERIALS ENGINEERING - Special assignments arranged by the materials engineering faculty.

MAT 597. Research Methods. 3 Hours

RESEARCH METHODS - This course will provide students the ability to apply research methods and problem solving skills to identify and define a research problem, develop hypotheses and research plans to test those hypotheses. Sutdents will write and present an original research proposal.

MAT 599. Thesis. 3-6 Hours

THESIS - Thesis.

MAT 601. Surface Chem Solids. 3 Hours

SURFACE CHEMISTRY OF SOLIDS - The nature of solid surfaces as determined by the techniques of x-ray photoelectron and Auger electron spectroscopy, secondary ion mass spectrometry, and ion scattering spectroscopy. Prerequisite(s): MAT 501 or permission of instructor.

MAT 603. Matrls Sci-Thin Films. 3 Hours

MATERIALS SCIENCE OF THIN FILMS - An introduction to the basic physics of film formation processes including physical vapor deposition and chemical vapor deposition, film properties, and applications. Nucleation theory, film interdiffusion and reaction, metallurgical and protective coatings, electrical, magnetic, and optical properties of thin films. Emphasis on applicability. Prerequisite(s): College physics; fundamental physical and chemical properties of materials.

MAT 604. Nanostruc Matrls. 3 Hours

NANOSTRUCTURED MATERIALS - Graduate-level course covering the fundamental physics, properties, and applications of nanostructured materials. Includes carbon nanotubes, nanostructured ceramics, metals, and semiconductor materials. Prerequisite(s): College physics; fundamental physical and chemical properties of materials.

MAT 605. Carbon Nanotech. 3 Hours

INTRODUCTION TO CARBON NANOTECHNOLOGY - Graduate-level course covering the fundamental and applied aspects of Carbon Nanoscale Science and Technology. The course has three goals: (1) an overview of the current development in carbon science and technology (2) an introduction to the surface science as a means to understand the surface interaction at molecular scale, and (3) to provide some explicit links between macro, micro, and nanoscale technologies. Some of the medical field, structural and friction application will be addressed. This course is aimed at both science and engineering students.

MAT 699. PHD Dissertation. 1-15 Hours

PHD DISSERTATION - An original research effort which makes a definite contribution to technical knowledge. Results must be of sufficient importance to merit publication.