510.104 (E,N)
 (W)

INTRODUCTORY LECTURES IN BIOMATERIALS (3) Horowitz/ Mueller
Limit 60     This course provides an introductory overview of the selection and use of materials in biological systems. The lectures are of an introductory nature suitable for the nonspecialist and are open to freshmen. Topics to be included are selected from the areas of design of special materials for use in biological systems, the use of materials in biological systems, and the study of the properties of natural biological materials.

Sec. 01

M 3-5

510.201 (E,N)

INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING MATERIALS (3) Weihs   Limit 30     An introduction to the structure, properties, and processing of materials used in engineering applications. After beginning with the structure of materials on the atomic and microscopic scales, this course explores defects and their role in determining materials properties, the thermodynamics and kinetics of phase transformations, and ways in which structure and properties can be controlled through processing.

Sec. 01

MTW 11

510.304 (S)
(W)

ENGINEERING ETHICS (3) Rahmoeller   Limit 20 The course is built around actual case studies, supplemented by materials dealing with engineering professionalism, codes of ethics, and ethics philosophy. Students will learn professional responsibility, and how to design ethical responses within an organizational structure where one must balance career needs, legal and regulatory concerns, financial demands, and ambiguous and incomplete information.

Sec. 01

T 3-5

510.313 (E,N)

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS (3) Hufnagel Limit 60   Prereq: 510.311 Third of the Introduction to Materials Science series, this course is devoted to a study of the mechanical properties of materials. Lecture topics include elasticity, anelasticity, plasticity, and fracture. The concept of dislocations and their interaction with other lattice defects is introduced.

Sec. 01

MTW 10

510.314 (E,N)

ELECTRONIC PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS (3) Ma Limit 30 Prereq: 510.311 Fourth of the Introduction to Materials Science series, this course is devoted to a study of the electronic, optical and magnetic properties of materials. Lecture topics include electrical and thermal conductivity, thermoelectricity, transport phenomena, dielectric effects, piezoelectricity, and magnetic phenomena.

Sec. 01

MTW 9

510.315 (E,N)

PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY OF MATERIALS II: KINETICS AND PHASE TRANSFORMATIONS (3) ErlebacherLimit 30Prereq: 510.312 Fifth of the Introduction to Materials Science series, this course covers diffusion and phase transformations in materials. Topics include Fick's laws of diffusion, atomic theory of diffusion, diffusion in multi-component systems, solidification, diffusional and diffusionless transformations, and interfacial phenomena.

Sec. 01

MTW 11

510.400 (E,N)

INTRODUCTION TO CERAMICS (3) McGuiggan Limit 25  Prereq: 510.311, 510.312 or Perm. Req’d This course will examine the fundamental structure and property relationships in ceramic materials. Areas to be studied include the chemistry and structure of ceramics and glasses, microstructure and property relationships, ceramic phase relationships, and ceramic properties. Particular emphasis will be placed on the physical chemistry of particulate systems, characterization, and the surface and colloid chemistry of ceramics.

Sec. 01

MTW 2

510.401 (E,N)

MATERIALS IN SERVICE (3) Green
Limit 25  This course will describe the various types of environmental chemical attack (corrosion) resulting in degradation of materials, as well as the loss of mechanical stability caused by cyclic fatigue, other mechanical loading, and thermal cycling. In addition, we will discuss advanced nondestructive evaluation techniques for detecting fatigue, corrosion, and thermal damage in structures in service.

Sec. 01

MTW 11

510.407 (E,N)

BIOMATERIALS II (3) Mao Limit 40 30   Prereq: 510.316   This course focuses on the interaction of biomaterials with the biological system and applications of biomaterials.  Topics include host reactions to biomaterials and their evaluation, cell-biomaterials interaction, biomaterials for tissue engineering applications, biomaterials for controlled drug and gene delivery, biomaterials for cardiovascular applications, biomaterials for orthopedic applications, and biomaterials for artificial organs.
Also listed as 510.607 

Sec. 01

MTW 9

510.422 (E,N)

MICRO AND NANO STRUCTURED MATERIALS AND DEVICES (3) Ma Limit 30     Almost every material’s property changes with scale. We will examine ways to make micro- and nano-structured materials and discuss their mechanical, electrical, and chemical properties. Topics include the physics and chemistry of physical vapor deposition, thin film patterning, and microstructural characterization. Particular attention will be paid to current technologies including computer chips and memory, thin film sensors, diffusion barriers, protective coatings, and microelectromechanical (MEMS) devices.  Also listed as 510.622/422

Sec. 01

MT 2-3:15

510.429 (E,N)
(W)

MATERIALS SCIENCE LAB II (3)
Katz    Limit 25  Prereq: 510.311 or Perm. Req’d *Lab Assignment is by Professor
This laboratory concentrates on the experimental investigation of electronic properties of materials using basic measurement techniques. Topics include thermal conductivity of metal alloys, electrical conductivity of metals/metal alloys and semiconductors, electronic behavior at infrared wavelengths, magnetic behavior of materials, carrier mobility in semiconductors and the Hall effect in metals and semiconductors.

Sec. 01
Lab
Lab

Th 1-3
F 9-12
F 1-4

510.430 (E,N)
(W)

BIOMATERIALS LAB (3)
Mao Seniors only   Limit 8 per section  Lab Fee: $100  Prereq: 510.407 This laboratory course concentrates on synthesis, processing and characterization of materials for biomedical applications, and characterization of cell-materials interaction.  Topics include synthesis of biodegradable polymers and degradation, electrospinning of polymer nanofibers, preparation of polymeric microspheres and drug release, preparation of plasmid DNA, polymer-mediated gene delivery, recombinant protein synthesis and purification, self-assembly of collagen fibril, surface functionalization of biomaterials, cell culture techniques, polymer substrates for cell culture, and mechanical properties of biological materials.   

Sec. 01

02

Th 3-5:30

M 2:30-5

510.431 (E,N)
             

BIOCOMPATIBILITY OF MATERIALS (3)  Horowitz   Limit 35 Prereq:  510.104 or 510.316; Department Majors only or permission of instructor.   This course provides a detailed examination of the interaction of surgical implant materials (i.e., metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites) with the body. The effect of the physiological environment on the properties of implant materials is described as well as the cellular, tissue response to the implant. Concepts dealing with the design of materials with improved biocompatibility are explored.

Sec. 01

M 1-2:15
T 1-2:15

510.434 (E,N)

SENIOR DESIGN/RESEARCH EXPERIENCE IN MATERIALS SCIENCE & ENGINEERING II (3) Hristova   Limit 30 Prereq: 510.311-312,510.428-429,510.433 This course is the second half of a two-semester sequence required for seniors majoring or double majoring in materials science and engineering. It is intended to provide a broad exposure to many aspects of planning and conducting independent research.

Sec. 01

W 3:30-5,
F 10:30-12

360.404 (E,N)

INTERFACIAL PHENOMENA IN NANOSTRUCTURED MATERIALS (3) Erlebacher/ StebeLimit 15 All materials properties of materials change when encountered or fabricated with nanoscale structure. In this class, we will examine how the properties of nanostructured materials differ from their macroscopic behavior, primarily due to the presence of large interfacial areas relative to the characteristic volume scale. General topics include the structure of nanostructured materials (characterization and microscopy), thermodynamics (effects of high curvatures and surface elasticity), kinetics and phase transformations (diffusion and morphological stability), and electronic properties (quantum confinement and effects of dimensionality). Also listed as 360.644
Cross-listed with Interdepartmental and Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

Sec. 01

TTh 1-2:15

510.502

RESEARCH IN MATERIALS SCIENCE

510.504

INDEPENDENT STUDY

510.603

PHASE TRANSFORMATIONS Cammarata Limit 20 Prereq: 510.601 and 510.602 This course presents a unified treatment of the thermodynamics and kinetics of phase transformations from phenomenological and atomistic viewpoints. Phase transformations in condensed metal and nonmetal systems are discussed.

Sec. 01

MT 11-12:15

510.604

MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS Weihs   Limit 20 Prereq: 510.601   An introduction to the properties and mechanisms that control the mechanical performance of materials. Topics include mechanical testing, tensor description of stress and strain, isotropic and anisotropic elasticity, plastic behavior of crystals, dislocation theory, mechanisms of microscopic plasticity, creep, fracture, and deformation and fracture of polymers.

Sec. 01

MTW 9

510.605

ELECTRONIC, OPTICAL, AND MAGNETIC PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS Spicer Limit 20 Prereq: 510.601 An overview of electrical, optical and magnetic properties arising from the fundamental electronic and atomic structure of materials. Continuum materials properties are developed through examination of microscopic processes. Emphasis will be placed on both fundamental principles and applications in contemporary materials technologies.

Sec. 01

MTh 2-3:15 4-5:15

510.607

BIOMATERIALS II Mao Prereq: 510.316  Limit 10 20   This course focuses on the interaction of biomaterials with the biological system and applications of biomaterials.  Topics include host reactions to biomaterials and their evaluation, cell-biomaterials interaction, biomaterials for tissue engineering applications, biomaterials for controlled drug and gene delivery, biomaterials for cardiovascular applications, biomaterials for orthopedic applications, and biomaterials for artificial organs. Also listed as 510.407

Sec. 01

MTW 9

510.608

ELECTROCHEMISTRY Searson  Limit 30  Thermodynamics of electrochemical interfaces, including electrochemical potential, the Nernst equation, ion-solvent interactions, and double layer theory. Charge transfer kinetics for activation and diffusion controlled processes. Analysis of kinetics at various electrodes, including redox reactions, metal-ion electrodes, and semiconductor electrodes. Electroanalytical techniques are discussed, including those related to bioelectrochemistry and semiconductor electrochemistry. Selected reactions of technological importance are evaluated, including the hydrogen evolution reaction, oxygen reduction, electrodeposition, and energy generation and storage. Undergraduate prerequisite: introductory chemistry or permission of instructor.   

Sec. 01

MT 1-2:15

510.612

SOLID STATE PHYSICS Poehler  Limit 10   Prereq: 510.611   An introduction to solid state physics for advanced undergraduates and graduate students in physical science and engineering. The concepts and applications of solid state principles in modern electronic, optical, and structural materials are discussed.

Sec. 01

T 4-5:15, F 3-4:15 TF 4-5:15

510.619

BIOPOLYMERS SYNTHESIS Yu  Limit 30    An upper-level graduate elective course covering different synthetic and discovery pathways to technologically useful biopolymers. The class will focus on i) peptides and proteins, ii) DNA and RNA, and iii) polysaccharides. We will discuss a wide range of topics from classic systems such as recombinant DNA technology, solid-phase peptide synthesis and sugar chemistry to more modern techniques such as living NCA polymerization, unnatural peptide/proteins synthesis, phage display and combinatorial methods for peptide discovery. Lectures, journal review, and student presentation are essential components to this class.

Sec. 01

MTh 4-5:15

510.622

MICRO AND NANO STRUCTURED MATERIALS AND DEVICES Ma
Limit 20   Almost every material’s property changes with scale. We will examine ways to make micro- and nano-structured materials and discuss their mechanical, electrical, and chemical properties. Topics include the physics and chemistry of physical vapor deposition, thin film patterning, and microstructural characterization. Particular attention will be paid to current technologies including computer chips and memory, thin film sensors, diffusion barriers, protective coatings, and microelectromechanical (MEMS) devices. Also listed as 510.422

Sec. 01

MT 2-3:15

510.740

SEARSON GROUP  Searson  Limit 10  Perm. Req’d   Topics in surface chemistry and materials chemistry are discussed. The seminar covers various topics in these fields, including a review of the current literature.  

Sec. 01

Th 4

360.621

NANOBIO LABORATORY Searson/Wirtz  Limit 20 15 30 Perm Req'd. This course introduces students to concepts and laboratory techniques in nanobiotechnology. The focus of the laboratory is on nanopaticle carriers for drug delivery and markers for imaging. The laboratory involves the synthesis of nano particles using solution phase techniques and characterization by optical techniques such as dynamic light scattering and absorbance spectroscopy. Strategies for funtionalization of nanoparticles are covered with focus on methods for attaching biomolecules. The basic aspects of cell culture and optical microscopy techniques will be covered. Nanoparticles functionalized with a drug or gene will be used to perform transfection experiments and compared to standard techniques.  
Cross-listed with Interdepartmental and Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering Course added 11/01/06 Course canceled 01/09/07

Sec. 01

F 12-4

360.644

INTERFACIAL PHENOMENA IN NANOSTRUCTURED MATERIALS
Erlebacher/Stebe   Limit 15  Cross-listed with Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering and Interdepartmental
Also listed as 360.404

Sec. 01

TTh 1-2:15

510.802           

MATERIALS RESEARCH SEMINAR
Cammarata

Sec. 01

W 2-3:30

510.804

MATERIALS SCIENCE SEMINAR
Cammarata

Sec. 01

W 3:30-5

510.808

GRADUATE RESEARCH Cammarata