MATRL101

Introduction to the Structure and Properties of Materials

INTRO STRUCT & PROP

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Introduction to the structure of engineering materials and its relationship with their mechanical properties. Structure of solids and defects. Concepts of microstructure and origins. Elastic, plastic flow and fracture properties. Mechanisms of deformation and failure. Stiffening, strengthening, and toughening mechanisms.

Not open for major credit to students who have completed Materials 100B; If students take Matrl 101 and Matrl 100B, they will only receive major credit for one course. Upper-division standing. Students interested in following the BS Engineering/MS Materials program should not take this course.