CHEM 603. Principles and Applications of Materials Characterization.

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CHEM 603
Principles and Applications of Materials Characterization.
Credits: 3
Offered by: Chemistry (Graduate Studies)
This course is not offered this catalogue year.

Description

Fundamentals of materials characterization methods and their applications in materials chemistry. Topics include static and dynamic mechanical testing, vibrational spectroscopy (Raman and FTIR), surface-based spectroscopies (XPS, Auger), advanced electron microscopy methods, X-ray absorption spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction (pXRD, WAXD, SAXS).
  • Prerequisite(s): CHEM 355 or equivalent, or permission of instructor

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