The topic usually reflects new developments in the materials science and engineering field. Offering is based on student and faculty interests. Attention is given to both sides of the biomaterials interface, so that in addition to examining the events at the interface, topics on material durability and tissue compatibility are discussed. Applications are made to the energy and configuration of defects in materials, such as solute segregation, phase transformations, stresses in multicomponent systems, and microstructural development during processing. Metal deformation is understood based on elasticity theory and dislocation concepts.
Fracture is understood based on continuum fracture mechanics and microstructural damage mechanisms.
Cross-listed as AM 532. Note Courses at the 600 level and above are listed in the Graduate Record .