Processing and Application of Engineering Alloys. Influence of composition and processing variables on the microstructure and properties of nonferrous and ferrous alloys. Theory of environmental degradation of metals, ceramics, and polymers. Emphasis on the scientific principles of degradation. Thermal Properties of Materials.
Topics covered also include professional ethics and contemporary socio-political issues.
The design solutions developed must be demonstrated by feasibility testing, which highlights the capstone design experience. Microscopy of Materials. Theory and operating knowledge of scanning electron microscopy, transmission electron microscopy, and stereology. Principles and theory of industrial nondestructive evaluation methods are covered. Emphasis is on testing the soundness and reliability of primary and secondary engineering structures.