MS 216 - Bonding and Structure of Materials

Institution:

Alfred University

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Description:

3 hours. An introduction to the basic principles of solid materials structure. Electronic, atomic, and crystal structure are the primary focus for discussion. Structure is the foundation for understanding the physical and chemical properties of materials and for discussing defects in crystals. Key concepts are bonding within solids, rules that govern packing of atoms to form crystals, crystal structure, techniques for describing material's crystallography and selected properties of crystalline materials. Discussions culminate in an overview of common crystal structures in metals and ceramics. CE

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.alfred.edu

Phone Number:

(607) 871-2111

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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