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Selected Topics in Mechanical Engg (495-0-25)

Topic

Characterization of Materials

Instructors

Tao Sun
Technological Institute, Rm L288, 2145 Sheridan Rd, EV CAMPUS

Meeting Info

Technological Institute A110: Mon, Wed 1:00PM - 2:20PM

Overview of class

Characterization of Materials

The objective of this course is to develop broad knowledge of the most commonly used techniques for characterizing soft and hard materials, with a strong focus on microscopy techniques. This is a lecture-only class, without lab sections or hands-on training on instrument operation. Topics include:

1. Concept of materials characterization
2. Sample preparation
3. Optical microscopy
4. Scanning electron microscopy
5. Focused ion beam
6. Transmission electron microscopy
7. X-ray techniques
8. Other characterization techniques