Introduction to Surface Science

3 credits · Graduate

The fundamental theory and principles of surface science are introduced. Topics include the atomic structure of solid surfaces, thermodynamic and kinetic properties of surfaces, electronic and bonding behavior of surfaces, catalytic processes by surfaces, and typical surface analysis techniques. PREREQUISITES: CHEM 2301.03 and CHEM 2304.03 or PHYC 3200.03 or PHYC 3640.03 CROSSLISTED: CHEM 4302.03 FORMATS: Lecture