Materials Science, Certificate
14-16 Credit Hours Required for the Undergraduate Certificate in Materials Science
Required Courses:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CHEM 4810 | Materials Science I | 4 |
| CHEM 4820 | Materials Science II | 4 |
| Choose 2 Required Elective Courses From: | 6-8 | |
| Green Chemistry | ||
| Nanomaterials Science | ||
| X-Ray Crystallography | ||
| Advanced Materials Chemistry | ||
| Physics Of Condensed Matter | ||
| Molecular And Condensed Matter Laboratory | ||
| Semiconductors 1 | ||
| Total Hours | 14-16 | |
- Demonstrate an understanding of foundational concepts in chemistry and physics as applied to materials science.
- Demonstrate an understanding of material structure, defects, diffusion, equilibria, phase transformations, and growth and implications for classes of materials, materials characterization, or applications.
- Communicate technical information clearly and accurately in written, oral, and visual formats.
- Locate and use information in the primary literature and research databases.
- Critically read, assess, and evaluate scientific publications, presentations, and data.
- Understand and observe proper safety, ethical, and professional practices.
- Apply scientific skills in an interdisciplinary scientific context.