MSE 6030

MSE 6030

Course information provided by the Courses of Study 2018-2019.

This course aims to provide a comprehensive understanding on the concepts of statistical thermodynamics in materials science and engineering. Topics include fundamental statistical thermodynamics concepts such as ensembles, partition functions, distribution functions, free energies, and applications in gases, vibrations, electrons, phase transitions, alloys, surfaces, and defects. Emphasis will be placed on the fundamental governing principles and their applications to phenomena in materials.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisite: MSE 3030, MSE 3040, MSE 3050, or permission of instructor.

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 17090 MSE 6030   LEC 001