Apr 30, 2026  
Rensselaer Catalog 2025-2026 
    
Rensselaer Catalog 2025-2026

MTLE 4460 - Materials for Energy Applications


This course covers all aspects of the role materials play in energy. The course takes a fundamental perspective and these materials can range from neutrons to photons to energetic biomolecules. The five forms of energy (thermal, electromagnetic, mechanical, chemical, and nuclear) are stressed in every lecture as are the appropriate thermodynamic laws and governing cycles. 

When Offered: AVAILABILITY OF INSTRUCTOR

Graded: GRADED

Credit Hours: 3