Engineering Materials

(2 Credits)

Designed as a first course in materials, this course introduces students to engineering properties of materials, applying basic principles of the atomic and crystal structure of solids to the study of properties as well as to the selection and use of engineering materials. The course content includes examination of engineering materials such as metals, plastics, and composites with an emphasis on material selection. Through an immersive laboratory component, the course has an emphasis on experiential learning of the basic structure and properties of metallic, polymeric, semiconducting, ceramic, and composite materials.