208 Boise State University 2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog

Micron School of Materials Science and Engineering

Micron School of Materials Science and EngineeringCollege of Engineering

Engineering Building, Room 338 Phone: (208) 426-5600http://coen.boisestate.edu/mse/ Fax: (208) 426-4466

Chair and Professor: Janet Callahan. Professors: Butt, Knowlton, Moll, Müllner. Associate Professors: Frary, Hughes, Lee, Ubic. Assistant Professors: Estrada, Graugnard, Hurley, Jankowski, Li, Simmonds, Wharry, Xiong. Clinical Assistant Professor: Ackler. Distinguished Research Fellow: Yurke. Research Associate Professor: Wu. Lecturer: Watson.

Degrees Offered• Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering • Secondary Education Emphasis

• Minor in Materials Science and Engineering

Department StatementA fundamental understanding of how properties, structure, processing and performance of materials are interrelated is an essential aspect of an engineering education. Understanding how these materials properties can be altered or how the properties change in different applications and environments is a critical focus for all engineering disciplines. The Materials Science and Engineering program focuses on the fundamental aspects of the technical classes of materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, electronic materials, biomaterials, nanomaterials, and composites. Laboratory emphasis is placed on the measurement and characterization of these materials systems and providing hands-on experience with various process operations typical in the materials fabrication industry.The study of materials properties has held fascination with scientists for many years. However, it is in the application of materials to product design and manufacturing where economic growth is realized. In today’s technology driven environment, the engineer and scientist work to modify materials to optimize performance, reduce cost, and to develop materials with a greater range of capabilities.The Materials Science and Engineering program is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org/.The BS in Materials Science and Engineering, Secondary Education Emphasis combines content knowledge, theories of learning and human development, study of curriculum, and methodology to help students develop the knowledge, skills and dispositions essential for success in secondary school teaching. The program involves participation in the IDoTeach STEM-ED curriculum, which includes early and sustained field experiences for students. Candidates who complete the Secondary Education Emphasis program have demonstrated evidence of meeting the Idaho Beginning Teacher and Engineering Standards and are eligible for recommendation for state certification and an engineering endorsement for teaching.Students wishing to pursue this degree plan must meet the requirements and standards for admission to teacher education, which are described fully under STEM Education IDoTeach STEM Teaching Certification or at http://idoteach.boisestate.edu/. Students must meet and maintain all knowledge, skill, and disposition requirements to remain in the program.

Educational ObjectivesGraduates of the Materials Science and Engineering program will be:

1. Fully qualified as materials engineers, with an ability to adapt and progress in a rapidly changing field.

2. Well-rounded individuals who both understand the principles and can undertake the practice of the science and engineering of materials.

3. Able to operate as effective engineers or scientists in materials industries, academia, or related fields.

Degree Requirements

Materials Science and EngineeringBachelor of Science

Course Number and Title Credits

Foundational Studies Program requirements indicated in bold. See page 50 for details and lists of approved courses.

ENGL 101 Introduction to College Writing 3

ENGL 102 Intro to College Writing and Research 3

UF 100 Intellectual Foundations 3

UF 200 Civic and Ethical Foundations 3

DLM MATH 170 Calculus I 4

DLN CHEM 111, 111L General Chemistry I & Lab 4

DLN PHYS 211, 211L Physics I with Calculus & Lab 5

DLV Visual and Performing Arts 3

DLL Literature and Humanities orDLL STEM-ED 220 Perspectives on Science and

Mathematics (Secondary Education Emphasis)

3-4

DLS Social Sciences course orDLS ED-CIFS 201 Foundations of Education (Secondary

Education Emphasis)

3

DLS Social Sciences course in a second field orDLS STEM-ED 210 Knowing and Learning in Mathematics

and Science (Secondary Education Emphasis)

3

CHEM 112, 112L General Chemistry II with Lab 4

ENGR 120 Introduction to Engineering or ENGR 130 Introduction to Engineering Applications

3-4

ENGR 210 Engineering Statics 3

ENGR 240 Electrical and Electronic Circuits or ECE 210 Intro to Electric Circuits

3

MATH 175 Calculus II 4

MATH 275 Multivariable and Vector Calculus 4

MATH 333 Differential Equations with Matrix Theory 4

MATH 360 Engineering Statistics 3

MSE 150 Computational Tools for Materials Science 3

MSE 245 Intro to Materials Science & Engineering 3

CID MSE 246 Materials for Society 3

MSE 280 Intro to Materials Lab Practice 1

MSE 308 Thermodynamics of Materials 3

MSE 312 Mechanical Behavior of Materials 3

MSE 318 Phase Transformations and Kinetics 3

MSE 321 Structural Characterization 3

MSE 380 Materials Properties Laboratory 3

MSE 381 Material Analysis Laboratory 3

MSE 410 Electrical Properties of Materials 3

MSE 415 Materials Processing 3

MSE 480 Senior Project I 3

FF MSE 482 Senior Project II 3

MSE 498 Materials Science Seminar 1

PHYS 212, 212L Physics II with Calculus & Lab 5

PHYS 309, 309L Introductory Quantum Physics & Lab 4

Continued

Boise State University 2016-2017 Undergraduate Catalog 209

Micron School of Materials Science and Engineering

Materials Science and Engineering continued

In addition, complete the following coursework to graduate with a BS in Materials Science and Engineering or complete the courses listed under the Secondary Education Emphasis below to graduate with a BS in Materials Science & Engineering with an emphasis in Secondary Education.

Technical emphasis electives* 9

Total 124-126

Secondary Education Emphasis

STEM-ED 101 Step 1: Inquiry Approaches to Teaching 1

STEM-ED 102 Step 2: Inquiry-Based Lesson Design 1

STEM-ED 310 Classroom Interactions 3

STEM-ED 350 Research Methods 3

STEM-ED 410 Project-Based Instruction 3

STEM-ED 480 Apprentice Teaching 6

Total 132-134

This emphasis also needs to complete ED-CIFS 201, STEM-ED 210 and STEM-ED 220.

*Electives must be approved by the student’s advisor.

Materials Science and Engineering MinorCourse Number and Title Credits

MSE 245 Intro to Materials Science & Engineering 3

MSE 245L Intro to Materials Science & Engineering Lab orMSE 280 Intro to Materials Lab Practice

1

MSE 246 Materials for Society 3

MSE 308 Thermodynamics of Materials or MSE 410 Electrical Properties of Materials

3

Courses chosen from the following list:CE 340 Engineering Properties of Construction MaterialsCE 341 Construction Materials LabCHEM 321, 322 Physical Chemistry I & II LectureCHEM 401 Advanced Inorganic ChemistryECE 320 Semiconductor DevicesECE 440, ECE 440L Intro to Integrated Circuit Processing & LabECE 441 Advanced Silicon TechnologyGEOS 300 Earth MaterialsME 444 Corrosion EngineeringME 454 CompositesMSE 308 Thermodynamics of MaterialsMSE 312 Mechanical Behavior of MaterialsMSE 318 Phase Transformations and Kinetics MSE 321 Structural CharacterizationMSE 380 Materials Properties LaboratoryMSE 381 Material Analysis LaboratoryMSE 410 Electrical Properties of MaterialsMSE 415 Materials ProcessingMSE 422 Advanced Transmission Electron MicroscopyMSE 428 Interfaces and Dislocation BehaviorMSE 461 Microelectronic Packaging Materials MSE 477 BiomaterialsMSE 488 Environmental Degradation of MaterialsMSE 498 Materials Science and Engineering SeminarPHYS 309, 309L Introductory Quantum Physics & LabPHYS 415 Solid State PhysicsPHYS 423 Physical Methods of Materials Characterization

9

Total 19

Course OfferingsSee page 63 for a definition of the course-numbering system.

MSE – Materials Science and Engineering

Lower Division

MSE 150 COMPUTATIONAL TOOLS FOR MATERIALS SCIENCE (3-0-3)(F/S). Hands-on experience solving problems using computers, identifying problems amenable to computation, and a survey of common tools for managing and manipulating code relevant to Materials Science and Engineering field. PRE/COREQ: MATH 170.MSE 245 INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (3-0-3)(F,S)(DLN). Application of basic principles of physics and chemistry to the engineering properties of materials. Development of a fundamental understanding of structure, property, processing and performance relationships in all classes of materials including metals, ceramics, polymers and electronic materials. PREREQ: CHEM 111 and MATH 170.MSE 245L INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING LAB (0-2-1)(F,S). Practical experience in testing and processing of engineering materials, data acquisition, data analysis, and technical communication. COREQ: MSE 245.MSE 246 MATERIALS FOR SOCIETY (3-0-3)(S)(CID). Applies concepts of structure, processing, properties, and performance to case studies of materials. Emphasis on the development and societal impact of these materials, and communicating that information. PREREQ: ENGL 102 and MSE 245.MSE 280 INTRO TO MATERIALS LAB PRACTICE (0-2-1)(F/S). Introduction to laboratory practices including safety, record keeping, error calculation, and ethical practice. Techniques and tools used in materials science practice with emphasis on processing techniques. PRE/COREQ: MSE 150, MSE 245.

Upper Division

MSE 305 STRUCTURE OF MATERIALS (3-0-3)(F). Unit cells and lattices, 2D symmetry, 3D symmetry, and crystal structures. Tensor properties. Bonding potential and relationship to crystal structure. Point defects, diffusion, line defects, surface structure, interfaces and microstructure. PREREQ: MATH 333 and MSE 245.

MSE 308 THERMODYNAMICS OF MATERIALS (3-0-3)(F). Basic thermodynamics principles including energy, entropy, and free energy. Equilibrium states, phases and phase transitions of various materials systems. PREREQ: MSE 245 and CHEM 112 or ENGR 320 or ME 302. PRE/COREQ: MATH 333.MSE 312 MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF MATERIALS (3-0-3)(S). Elastic and plastic deformation and fracture in engineering materials, including dislocation theory, alloy hardening and creep deformation, fracture mechanisms, fracture mechanics, toughening of metals, ceramics, and composites, environmentally assisted failure. PREREQ: ENGR 210 and MSE 245.

MSE 318 PHASE TRANSFORMATIONS AND KINETICS (3-0-3)(S). Transport processes and kinetics in materials systems including diffusion, phase transformations, nucleation and growth, gas-solid and liquid-solid reactions, and electrochemical kinetics. PREREQ: MSE 246 and MSE 308 and MATH 333.MSE 321 STRUCTURAL CHARACTERIZATION (3-0-3)(S). The theory and practice of x-ray diffraction and analytical electron microscopy; the principles of modern diffractometers and electron-beam instruments, both scanning and transmission, including electron optics, imaging modes, the interaction of electrons and x-rays with matter, diffraction theory, contrast mechanisms, and basic techniques for determining chemical composition, crystal structure, orientation, and defects in crystals. PREREQ: MSE 246.MSE 380 MATERIAL PROPERTIES LABORATORY (2-3-3)(F). Use of characterization techniques for determining the properties of materials, including microstructural, physical, thermodynamic, mechanical, electrical, optical, magnetic, and thermal properties. Emphasis on understanding the significance of, and being able to present, these measurements. PREREQ: MSE 246 and MSE 280. PRE/COREQ: MSE 308.