Theory of Dislocations in Crystals and their role in strength, plasticity, work hardening and fracture of crystalline solids.

Half-time to full-time work on thesis. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.

Half-time to full-time work on dissertation. May be repeated to a maximum of six semesters.

Residency credit for dissertation research after the qualifying examination. Students may register for this course in the semester of the qualifying examination. A minimum of two semesters are required as well as continuous enrollment (Fall and Spring) until the dissertation is completed and defended.

May be repeated to a maximum of 12 hours.

May be repeated indefinitely.

Literature research and planning of research programs; shop problems and technical writing, including a term paper, are required. Consultation and lecture by appointment. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 9 credits.

A continuation of MSE 781. Laboratory, 6 hours; consultation and lecture by appointment. May be repeated twice for a maximum of 9 credits.

Active research (experiments, library work, theory) toward Ph.D. degree. May be repeated indefinitely.

This lab is designed for double reed players to learn how to make and adjust the reeds used to play the oboe and bassoon. May be repeated to a maximum of eight semesters.