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MSE 116: Composites


Units: 3

Hard materials and soft materials. Roles of matrix and filler phases. “Rule of mixtures” as a function of morphology and connectivity. Length scale effects: nanocomposites, microcomposites and macrocomposites. Biological composites. Porous materials. Interface characteristics and their effect on properties. Toughening mechanisms in composites. Processing and joining. Structure and property characterization.

Course Details
Repeats Allowed for Credit: 0

Normal Letter Grade with Pass/No Pass option

Requisites and Restrictions
Prerequisite Courses: (PHYS 009 or PHYS 009H) and ENGR 045
Instructor Permission Required: No


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