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Rensselaer Catalog 2022-2023 
    
Rensselaer Catalog 2022-2023 [Archived Catalog]

MTLE 4520 - Materials under Extreme Conditions


This course will review basic thermodynamic and kinetic concepts, which underpin how material behaves under extreme thermal, mechanical, chemical, electrical, and magnetic conditions as well as high-energy irradiations. Engineering materials that can withstand harsh environments and new materials with unique crystal structures and microstructures will be surveyed.

 

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite:  MTLE 4100  and MTLE 4150  or equivalent.

When Offered: Upon availability of instructor.



Cross Listed: Co-listed: MTLE 6520 . Students cannot get credit for both MTLE 4520 and MTLE 6520 .

Credit Hours: 3