MS 215 - Microscopy and Microstructural Characterization

Institution:

Alfred University

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Description:

3 hours. Students learn how to use optical and scanning electron microscopes for a range of applications. Underlying principles of the interactions of light and electron beams with materials are presented, and these interactions are related to crystal structure and microstructure of materials. Topics covered include mineral, phase, and element identification, characterization of microstructure, measurements of geometrical quantities, determinations of index of refraction, identification of defects, analysis of fracture surfaces, uses of microscopy in quality control, specimen preparation, photography using microscopes. There are two lectures and one lab each week. Prerequisite: CEMS 214 or 216, previously or concurrently. CE

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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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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