MECH 304 - Engineering Materials with Lab

Institution:

The Citadel

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Description:

Course explores the relationships between the microscopic structure and mac-roscopic properties of materials used in engineering applications. The origin of mechanical, electrical, thermal and optical properties is studied. Important material failure modes that occur under fatigue, elevated temperature, rapid loading and corrosive environments are explored. Emphasized is an understanding of the fundamental aspects of atomic and microstructural concepts for proper materials selection, effects of processing on material properties, and enhancement of engineering properties. Materials under study include important metals and alloys as well as key nonmetallic materials such as polymers, ceramics, and composites. Laboratory exercises are integrated throughout the course to provide practical experience in making decisions concerning material composition and processing in order to optimize engineering properties. Experiences from the field are detailed to demonstrate applicability of concepts.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.citadel.edu

Phone Number:

(843) 225-3294

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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