ME 309 - Materials Science

Institution:

Western New England University

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Description:

Prerequisite: CHEM 105; PHYS 134. This course introduces the fundamental concepts of material science and engineering. Students are provided with information concerning the interrelationship between the microstructure of a material, its properties, and its processing. The analysis of mechanical properties, the manufacturing process, the material specifications for a selected application or component, and the advantages and limitations of the selected material are presented. Major topics include: material selection, crystallographic structure, diffusion, solidification, phase diagrams, microstructure, and mechanical properties of different classes of materials. The course is presented in a series of classroom lectures, selected videos, case studies, and independent investigations. A project and a technical poster presentation are required. The methods of assessing students include quizzes, exams, homework assignments, and applications of principles to case studies. 3 cr.

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3.00

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Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.wne.edu

Phone Number:

(413) 782-3111

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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