Applied Physics 282. Solids: Structure and Defects
Catalog Number: 5737
Frans A. Spaepen
Half course (fall term). Tu., Th., 8:30–10. EXAM GROUP: 10, 11

Bonding, crystallography, diffraction, phase diagrams, microstructure, point defects, dislocations, grain boundaries.
Note: Intended for students planning to specialize in applied mechanics, materials science, solid state physics and chemistry.

Applied Physics 293. Deformation of Solids
Catalog Number: 6796
Frans A. Spaepen
Half course (spring term). Tu., Th., 8:30–10. EXAM GROUP: 10, 11

Phenomenology and theory of the mechanisms by which solids can deform, including elastic deformation, microscopic dislocation glide and the kinetics of slip, creep by dislocation motion, creep by diffusion of single ions, twinning, and fracture. The results are applied to several case studies using deformation mechanism maps.
Note: Expected to be given in 2003–04.
Prerequisite: Knowledge of thermodynamics and elements of crystal structure.

Applied Physics 294hfr. Materials Science Seminar
Catalog Number: 4924
Frans A. Spaepen and Michael J. Aziz
Half course (throughout the year). Th., at 1. EXAM GROUP: 15

Special topics in materials science.
Prerequisite: Check with one of the instructors.


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