Fundamentals of materials science and engineering : an integrated approach In this sixth edition we have retained the objectives and approaches for teaching materials science and engineering that were presented in previous editions. These objectives are as follows: Present the basic fundamentals on a level appropriate for university college students who have completed their freshmen calculus chemistry and physics courses. Present the subject matter in a logical order from the simple to the more complex. Each chapter builds on the content of previous ones. If a topic or concept is worth treating then it is worth treating in sufficient detail and to the extent that students have the opportunity to fully understand it without having to consult other sources; in addition in most cases some practical relevance is provided. Inclusion of features in the book that expedite the learning process to include the following: photographs illustrations (some in full color); learning objectives; Why Study . . . and Materials of Importance items (to provide relevance); Concept Check questions (to test conceptual understanding); end of chapter questions and problems (to develop understanding of concepts and problem solving skills); end of book Answers to Selected Problems (to check accuracy of work); end of chapter summary tables containing key equations and equation symbols and a glossary (for easy reference). Employment of new instructional technologies to enhance the teaching and learning processes.