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MTEN 201 — Fundamentals Of Materials Science & Engineering I

Materials Science and Engineering · University of Ghana

This course is designed to introduce students to the structures and properties of metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and electronic materials. Students will also gain an understanding of the processing and design limitations of materials. Topics fundamental to the further study of materials, such as crystal structures, phase diagrams, and materials design and processing will be emphasized as foundations for future MSE courses. Phase transformations in metals; Introduction to metal alloys and their properties; Applications and processing of ceramics; Cement; Polymers structures; Characteristics, applications and processing of polymers; introduction to composites; introduction to failure of materials; Economic and Environmental issues in materials science & engineering.

Credits
3
Level
Level 200

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Course details from University of Ghana Volume 3 Handbook for the Bachelor's Degree: Course Descriptions for Programmes in the Sciences (2017).