Quantitative phase analysis. Experimental methods applied to materials engineering. Mechanical, optical, electrical, magnetic properties in various ceramic systems and their relationship to microstructure will be discussed. Course may be offered by special arrangement. Mathematical and numerical methods are developed for solutions to Fourier's and Fick's laws for a variety of boundary conditions.
Primary emphasis is given to heat treatment and surface modification processes.
Characterization techniques are discussed. Special emphasis is given to the mechanical, corrosion, fracture properties and processing of polymers. Course may be offered by special arrangement. Fundamentals are developed and applied to commercial processes. Library and laboratory work will be included.