Graduate

The mechanical response of crystalline (metals, ceramics, semiconductors)and amorphous solids (glasses, polymers) and their composites in terms of the relationships between stress, strain, damage, fracture, strain-rate, temperature, and microstructure. Topics include: (1) Material structure and property overview. (2) Isotropic and anisotropic elasticity and viscoelasticity. (3) Properties of composites. (4) Plasticity. (5) Point and line defects. (6) Interfacial and volumetric defects. (7) Yield surfaces and flow rules in plasticity of polycrystals and single crystals. (8) Macro and micro aspects of fractures in metals, ceramics and polymers.(9) Creep and superplasticity. (10) Deformation and fracture mechanism maps. (11) Fatigue damage and failure; fracture and failure in composites (If time permits).

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(TR 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

2 credit hour course- Students will learn the basic principles of X-ray diffraction, symmetry, and space groups. Students will also experience the single crystal diffraction experiment, which includes crystal mounting, data collection, structure solution and refinement, and the reporting of crystallographic data. Weekly assignments: problem sets, simple lab work, or computer work. (Spring, 2nd half of semester.)

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(MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)

Review of thermodynamics; general principles of statistical mechanics; micro-canonical, canonical, and grand canonical ensembles; ideal quantum gases; applications to magnetic phenomena, heat capacities, black-body radiation; introduction to phase transitions.

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

The mechanical design and analysis of optical components and systems will be studied. Topics will include kinematic mounting of optical elements, the analysis of adhesive bonds, and the influence of environmental effects such as gravity, temperature, and vibration on the performance of optical systems. Additional topics include analysis of adaptive optics, the design of lightweight mirrors, thermo-optic and stress-optic (stress birefringence) effects. Emphasis will be placed on integrated analysis which includes the data transfer between optical design codes and mechanical FEA codes. A term project is required for MSC 432.

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(MW 4:50PM - 6:05PM)

This course teaches the fundamental and applied science of biomedical microfluidic devices with an emphasis on applications important for cell culture, separations, and sensors. The first half focuses on the basic principles of diffusion and fluids while the second half teaches COMSOL modeling, animation of device operation, and microfabrication of devices. In the final two weeks of the course, each student builds a unique microfluidic system under the mentorship of faculty, staff or advanced graduate students.

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

An introduction to the fascinating world of quantum materials in bulk and 2D. This course aims to unveil the quantum origin of materials-specific properties from the atomic level. Topics covered include: crystal structure and symmetries, fundamentals of electronic structure, phonons and vibrational spectroscopies, optical properties of materials, electronic and thermal transport elastic and mechanical properties of solids, superconductivity, magnetism and a brief discussion of ab-initio prediction of materials properties and molecular dynamics.

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

The course presents the physical basis for the use of high-frequency sound in medicine. Topics include acoustic properties of tissue, sound propagation (both linear and nonlinear) in tissues, interaction of ultrasound with gas bodies (acoustic cavitation and contrast agents), thermal and non-thermal biological effects of ultrasound, ultrasonography, dosimetry, hyperthermia and lithotripsy.

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(TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)

An introduction to the electronic structure of extended materials systems from both a chemical bonding and a condensed matter physics perspective. The course will discuss materials of all length scales from individual molecules to macroscopic three-dimensional crystals, but will focus on zero, one, and two dimensional inorganic materials at the nanometer scale. Specific topics include semiconductor nanocrystals, quantum wires, carbon nanotubes, and conjugated polymers. Two weekly lectures of 75 minutes each.

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(MW 10:25AM - 11:40AM)

This course will acquaint the student with advanced topics in chemical kinetics and reactor design. The first half of the course will focus on kinetics from a molecular point of view, including kinetic theory of gases, collision theory and activated complex theory. The second half of the course will transition into reactor design, with topics including surface reactions and catalysis, effects of transport limitations on reaction rate and non-ideal flow in reactors. The course will conclude with emphasis on current literature in the field including applications of heterogeneous catalysis, electrocatalysis and photocatalysis.

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(MW 9:00AM - 10:15AM)

This course provides a comprehensive overview of modern cell and tissue engineering. It focuses on the fundamental interactions between cells and their environment, with a strong emphasis on contemporary advancements in cell and tissue engineering. The course covers three main areas in multiple modules: 1. Fundamental Biology: Elements of embryonic morphogenesis, wound healing, cell culture, and stem cells. 2. Cellular Engineering: Assessing and engineering cell responses (cell signaling), and understanding the mechanics and biology of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and 3. Advanced Technologies: Innovative strategies in biomaterials, genome editing, drug delivery, and bioreactors for functional tissue engineering and manufacturing. Throughout the course, we will focus on analytical skills, and students are expected to have a background in biology, chemistry, mass transfer, thermodynamics, and physiology. The course includes a term project with both written and oral components. Students will choose a specific application in cell and tissue engineering and analyze its underlying technology, clinical need, and ethical implications.

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(TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)

This course provides a comprehensive overview of modern cell and tissue engineering. It focuses on the fundamental interactions between cells and their environment, with a strong emphasis on contemporary advancements in cell and tissue engineering. The course covers three main areas in multiple modules: 1. Fundamental Biology: Elements of embryonic morphogenesis, wound healing, cell culture, and stem cells. 2. Cellular Engineering: Assessing and engineering cell responses (cell signaling), and understanding the mechanics and biology of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and 3. Advanced Technologies: Innovative strategies in biomaterials, genome editing, drug delivery, and bioreactors for functional tissue engineering and manufacturing. Throughout the course, we will focus on analytical skills, and students are expected to have a background in biology, chemistry, mass transfer, thermodynamics, and physiology. The course includes a term project with both written and oral components. Students will choose a specific application in cell and tissue engineering and analyze its underlying technology, clinical need, and ethical implications.

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(M 3:25PM - 4:40PM)

Topics include quantum mechanical treatments to two-level atomic systems, optical gain, homogeneous and inhomogeneous broadening, laser resonators, cavity design, pumping schemes, rate equations, Q-switching for various lasers.

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(TR 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

Interaction of light with materials electrons, phonons, plasmons, and polaritons. Optical reflection, refraction, absorption, scattering, Raman scattering (spontaneous and stimulated), light emission (spontaneous and stimulated). Electrooptic effects and optical nonlinearities in solids. Plasmonics. Semiconductors and their nanostructures are emphasized; metals and insulators also discussed.

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(TR 11:05AM - 12:20PM)

An introduction to polymerization reaction mechanisms. The kinetics of commercially relevant polymerizations are emphasized along with a discussion of important, contemporary polymerization schemes. Approaches to functionalize polymers and surface-initiated polymerizations will also be covered. An overview of polymer characterization techniques, emphasizing compositional analysis, will be presented. The course is intended for graduate students in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, and Biomedical Engineering, but advanced undergraduates are welcome.

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:15PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master’s students with the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

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(R 12:30PM - 1:45PM)

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

Overview of techniques for using the SEM (Scanning Electron Microscope) and Scanning Probe (AFM, STM) and analyzing data. Students perform independent lab projects by semester's end.

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(MW 2:00PM - 3:30PM)

This course provides PhD students with the opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional setting related to their field of study. Students must register for one credit of internship during the semester in which they participate. Must have approval of the Graduate Education and Postdoctoral Affairs Office for SAS and Hajim.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

Location

( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides PhD students with fewer than 90 credits the opportunity to conduct, develop, and refine their doctoral research projects. Students will engage in research relevant to their field of study and make progress toward completing their dissertations.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides masters students the opportunity to work on their dissertation. Students will make progress toward completing degree requirements.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master's students who are currently completing their final required coursework, or with special circumstances like an approved reduced courseload, with the opportunity to work full-time on their degrees. Students will make significant progress toward completing their degrees.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides master's students the opportunity to work full-time on their thesis/dissertation. Students will make significant progress toward completing degree requirements.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides doctoral students the opportunity to work on their dissertation. Students will make progress toward completing degree requirements.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)

This course provides doctoral students the opportunity to work full-time on their dissertation. Students will make significant progress toward completing degree requirements.

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( 7:00PM - 7:00PM)