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PHYS 375. An Introduction to Materials Science

Cross listed with: CHEM 375 , MATS 375  
Credits 3.00 PeopleSoft Course ID 007865 Grading Basis GRD

An introduction to materials science with emphasis on general properties of materials. Topics will include crystal structure, extended and point defects, and mechanical, electrical, thermal and magnetic properties of metals, ceramics, electronic materials, composites and organic materials. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 131 , PHYS 150  or PHYS 250 , ISAT 212  or permission of the instructor.