Research for undergraduate departmental students. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits.

Research for undergraduate departmental students. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits.

Research for undergraduate departmental students. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits.

Research for undergraduate departmental students. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits.

Research for undergraduate departmental students. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits.

Research for undergraduate departmental students. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits.

Research for undergraduate departmental students. May be repeated for a total of twelve credits.

This course will examine electron behavior in a variety of materials and the processing methods used for integrated device production. Additional topics will include thin film growth, diffusion, oxidation, electronic device principals, defect control, and a survey of current challenges to the semiconductor industry.

Microstructure of crystalline ceramics and glasses, and role of thermodynamics and kinetics in its formation. Effect of microstructure on mechanical and physical properties.

Various laboratory experiments that demonstrate behavior of polymers, metals, ceramics, and electronic materials. Includes instruction and practice in use of numerous instruments and equipment, typical of the materials engineering discipline. Data reduction, analysis, and interpretation is covered, as well as correct writing of reports. This course is a Graduation Composition and Communication Requirement (GCCR) course in certain programs, and hence is not likely to be eligible for automatic transfer credit to UK.