Experimental methods for measuring diffusion coefficients and activation energies. Mechanisms of diffusion. Empirical relations between diffusion and other physical properties of materials. Practical importance of diffusion rates. There will be 7 test and 7 problems sets covering each of the 7 sections plus a final examination.
Problem sets are due at test time.
Tests will be of the following days between 1.00 and 5.00 p.m. Crystal Structures, Friday, February 2nd. Crystal Diffraction, Friday February 16th. Thermal Properties, Friday March 2nd. Dielectric Properties, Friday March 16th. Magnetic Properties, Monday April 6th.