NANO 52 - Introduction to Materials Science

Institution:

Foothill College

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Description:

Introduction to the fundamental science and technology of modern materials, including semiconductors, electronics, MEMS, magnetic recording, carbon nanostructures, polymers and composite materials, and high performance metals and alloys. Topics include a review of the periodic table, atomic and electronic structure, chemical bonding and molecular geometry, crystal structure and crystallization, phase diagrams and phase transitions, and semiconduction. A review of modern materials and material structures includes colloids and particles, metals and alloys, ceramics and glasses, and polymers and thermoplastics. Particular emphasis placed on understanding the basic physics and chemistry of important material processes, such as the physics of solids and importance of defects and impurities in material structures. Depending on student interests, advanced topics can include surface chemistry, quantum structures, and fabrication of nanostructures such as carbon nanotubes and organic thin films. Five hours lecture. GE Area: Non-GE Applicable

Credits:

5.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2007 - 08/30/2008 

Institution Website:

www.foothill.edu

Phone Number:

(650) 949-7777

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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