Ph 582 Physical Metallurgy

Introduction to principles of physical metallurgy. Includes the atomic and crystalographic structures of metals and alloys; defects in structure and the importance of them in determining the properties of metals; phase diagrams of alloy systems and examples of important systems; diffusion and phase transformations, emphasizing the solid state; plasticity and fracture of crystals; and corrosion.

Credits

2

Prerequisite

Recommended prerequisites: Ph 203, Ch 223.