ESM 501 TEACHING TECHNIQUES
Introduction to basic pedagogical technique. Discussion of the various phases of teaching, including
preparation, classroom technique, student evaluation. Problems and pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Fall, 1 Credit
ESM 502 SCANNING ELECTRON MICROSCOPY SKILLS
Practical introduction to the operation of scanning electron microscopes, including energy-dispersive
x-ray spectrometers. Required of all students who use the SEM in their research.
Spring, 1 Credit
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ESM 503 ELECTRON DIFFRACTION A quantitative discussion of electron diffraction, as a means of microcharacterization of materials and as a basis for understanding image contrast in the transmission electron microscope. Topics covered include: atomic, kinematical and dynamical scattering; indexing diffraction patterns, convergent-beam diffraction. Spring, 3 Credits. |
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ESM 511 THERMODYNAMICS OF SOLIDS
Current knowledge regarding the thermodynamic properties of condensed phases is discussed. The
thermodynamic treatment of ideal, regular, and real solutions is reviewed. Estimation of reaction free
energies and equilibria in condensed phase reactions such as diffusion, exidation and phase
transformations; thermo-dynamic analysis of phase equilibrium diagrams.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 512 STRUCTURE OF MATERIALS
The structure of solids can be studied using x-ray, neutron and electron diffraction techniques.
Topics covered are coherent and incoherent scattering of radiation, structure of crystalline and
amorphous solids, stereographic projection and crystal orientation determination, the concept of
reciprocal vector space. Laboratory work in x-ray diffraction is also included.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 513 STRENGTH OF MATERIALS
A unified approach for all solid materials will be made with regard to the correlation between
microstructure and their macroscopic mechanical properties. The course deals with various testing
techniques for delineating mechanical properties of materials, considering elasticity, anelasticity,
plasticity, dislocation theory, cohesive strength, fracture and surface wear. Attention is given to
strengthening mechanisms for solids, metals, ceramics and polymers.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 521 KINETICS & TRANSFORMATIONS I
Atomistic rate processes in solids with emphasis on diffusion in crystals. Theory of diffusion and
experimental techniques; role played by a broad class of crystalline imperfections. Topics include
annealing of deformed materials, kinetics of defect interactions, thermally controlled deformation,
kinetics of nucleation and growth, solidification and precipitation.
Spring, 3 Credits.
ESM 522 IMPERFECTIONS IN CRYSTALS
The characteristics of point defects in metals, semiconductors, and ionic solids are described, and the
thermodynamics of point defects is developed. Dislocation theory is introduced and the structures
of internal boundaries are described. Finally, interactions between lattice imperfections are discussed,
with emphasis on plasticity and fractures.
Spring, 3 Credits
ESM 523 SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS
A study of the electronic processes in solids leading to the analysis and design of materials and
devices. Crystal structures, binding, electrical and thermal conductivities, diffusion, galvo-magnetic,
thermomagnetic, and thermoelectric effects. Hall effect and magnetoresistance. Conductivity in thin
films.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 531 KINETICS & TRANSFORMATIONS II
A review of the processes by which structures are changed in the solid state. Classical nucleation
theory including homogeneous and heterogeneous mechanisms. Diffusion and diffusionless growth
mechanisms. Transformation kinetics.
Spring, 3 Credits
ESM 532 MATERIALS PROCESSING
A study of manufacturing processes used in the semiconductor industries. Topics include: Single
crystal growth, compound formation, zone refining, expitaxial growth, doping techniques, thin film
techniques, thick film techniques, passivations, isolations, lead bonding techniques, cleaning and
etching, and failure analysis; discrete devices and integrated circuit devices; various modern concepts
in IC processing.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 533 POLYMERIC MATERIALS
Introduction to the physical properties of polymeric materials. Conformations, phase diagrams and
flow properties of polymers and polymer solutions. Rubber elasticity of polymer networks and melts.
Flory-Huggins lattice model for concentrated solutions. Applications to diffusion, segregation and
spinodal decomposition in polymer blends. Experimental methods.
Fall, 3 Credits
ESM 534 ADVANCED LABORATORY
Students perform 5 advanced materials laboratory experiments from the following topics: Hall effect
in semiconductors, Mossbauh magnetism measurement, High Tc semiconductor characterization,
absorption of particle radiation, wetting phases, contact angle measurements, polymer thin film
morphology, and adhesion properties of polymer interfaces.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 542 MODERN ELECTRON MICROSCOPY
Principles and practice for transmission and scanning transmission electron microscopes. Instrument
design. Specimen preparation. Instrument operation. Electron diffraction and imaging theory.
Microanalysis using x-ray and electron spectra. Typical electron microscope investigations will be
outlined and used as examples.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 543 ENGINEERING CERAMICS
The characterization of ceramics are reviewed with special reference to advanced engineering
ceramics, bulk high temperature superconductors, and ceramic magnets. Typical microstructures and
thermal, mechanical and electrical properties are compared. These properties are related to the
various methods of processing.
Spring, 3 Credits.
ESM 599 RESEARCH
Each department faculty member is assigned a section number for ESM 599 and ESM 699. The
student is responsible for checking that he or she is registered for the appropriate section. In general
students should obtain permission and establish a research program with the appropriate faulty
member before registering for a section. Failure to follow this procedure will result in a failing grade.
See below for section numbers and faculty names)
ESM 600 SEMINAR IN SURFACE SCIENCE
Discussions and reading on current problems in surface physics, chemistry and crystallography.
Spring, 3 Credits.
ESM 602 SEMINAR IN PLASTICITY AND FRACTURE
Intended for advanced students especially those doing research in the area. Topics: detailed
description of defects and their relations to mechanical structure; dislocation theory; plasticity and
yield criteria; creep and fatigue; microscopic theory of fracture including ductile and brittle behavior
and the relationship of plastic flow to cleavage.
Prerequisite: ESM 506
Fall, 3 Credits
ESM 604 SEMINAR IN ULTRASONIC METHODS AND INTERNAL FRICTION IN SOLIDS
Review of advanced measurement techniques in the field of ultrasonics coupled with quantitative
descriptions of experimental variables related to the sample microstructure. Applications to optical,
electrical, and mechanical properties will be discussed. Use of ultrasonics for nondestructive
evaluation will be considered.
Prerequisite: ESM 506.
Spring, 3 Credits.
ESM 605 ADVANCED DIFFRACTIONS TECHNIQUES
Advanced topics in diffraction theory including the dynamical theory in perfect and imperfect crystals
and its applications in imaging methods. Other topics from the following list will be pursued if time
is available: EXAFS/EXELFS/ SEXAES; LEED/RHEED; small angle scattering; Kossel line and
electron channeling patterns; convergent beam diffraction; phonon scattering; glancing incidence x-ray
diffraction; diffraction from defect structures; colored symmetry; holography.
Prerequisites: ESM 505 or permission of instructor
Fall, 3 Credits
ESM 606 SEMINAR IN OPTICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIAL
Survey of modern optical materials and their characterization. The properties of both glasses and
crystalline materials are related to physical origin. Electrooptic, elastooptic, and magnetooptic
properties and their interrelations are related to applications in technology including laser systems,
displays, and spectroscopy.
Fall, 3 Credits
Introduction to hemogeneous and heterogeneous catalysis. Geometric factors in catalysis. The
kinetics of heterogeneous catalysis. Electronic factors in catalysis: metals, semiconductors and
surface species. Preparation and properties of metal surfaces. Porosity. Typical industrial processes,
e.g., Fischer Tropsch, ammonia synthesis, ammonia oxidation, etc.
Fall, 3 Credits
ESM 610 SEMINAR IN REACTIONS IN INORGANIC SOLIDS
Crystal growth and the nature of defects in inorganic solids. Crystallography and nucleation
phenomena in selected inorganic single crystals. Theories of isothermal decomposition kinetics.
Measurement of decomposition rates. Radiation effects and nature of radiation damage in inorganic
solids. Photodecomposition and the underlying theories of photolysis.
Fall, 3 Credits.
ESM 612 SEMINAR IN ADVANCED THERMODYNAMICS OF SOLIDS
The fundamentals of the thermodynamics of irreversible processes are presented and the theory
applied to thermal diffusion, thermoelectric transport and other coupled processes in solids.
Thermodynamics of multicomponent phase equilibria. Diffusion, oxidation and other rate processes
in ternary and higher order systems.
Prerequisite: ESM 509.
Spring, 3 Credits
ESM 613 SEMINAR IN MATERIALS AND ENVIRONMENT
Interactions between materials and their environments including corrosion, oxidation, absorption and
adsorption reactions. The influence of these reactions on the properties of materials, the design of
materials resistant to these phenomena, alternative methods of protection and the utilization of these
reactions in promoting breakdown and deterioration of materials.
Spring, 3 Credits
ESM 614 SEMINAR IN DIFFUSION IN SOLIDS
Diffusion in solids is considered in detail, including solution of the transport equations for volume,
grain boundary, and surface diffusion. Kirkendall effect and other diffusion phenomena, atomic
mechanisms of diffusion, correlation effects, etc. Next, the theory of processes in which diffusion
plays an important role is considered, such as ionic conduction, oxidation of metals, and the sintering
of solids.
Spring, 3 Credits
ESM 615 SEMINAR IN PHASE TRANSFORMATIONS
The theory of phase transformations in solids is considered. Kinetics and mechanisms of nucleation
and growth and martensitic transformations. Melting and solidification, precipitation from solid
solution, polymorphic transformations, eutectic and eutectoid reactions, second order transitions,
recrystallization and other transformations in solids.
Fall, 3 Credits
ESM 696 SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN MATERIALS SCIENCE
Supervised reading and discussion of selected publications in particular fields of materials science.
This course is designed primarily for advanced graduate students who are, or expect to be, involved
in research in these areas, although other students may enroll with permission of the instructor.
3 Credits, Repetitive
ESM 697 MATERIALS SCIENCE COLLOQUIUM
A weekly series of lectures and discussions by visitors, local faculty and students presenting current
research results.
l Credit, Repetitive
ESM 698 PRACTICUM IN TEACHING
3 Credits, Repetitive
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ESM 699 RESEARCH Variable and Repetitive Credit Sect # Faculty Section 2 Chris Berndt Section 3 Clive Clayton Section 4 Mike Dudley Section 5 Patrick Herley Section 6 Herb Herman Section 7 Richard Gambino Section 8 Franco Jona Section 9 Alex King Section 10 Gary Halada Section 11 Miriam Rafailovich Section 12 Jon Sokolov Section 13 Sanjay Sampath Section 14 Dave Larson |
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