3 credits Basic concepts of material science. Structure and properties of all solid materials. Testing and processing of materials.
Problem solving is emphasized.
To progress to subsequent courses identified by CH E or METE, a grade of C or higher must be earned in this course. 3 or 4 credits Internal structure of materials, the dependence of properties upon these structures, and the behavior of materials in service. Methods of corrosion prevention. 3 credits Quantitative and descriptive treatment of the unit processes used and fundamentals of smelting, melting, refining of metals by high temperature methods. 3 credits Continuation of METE 322 with emphasis on flotation.