Fall 2023 Trine Course Catalog

MAE 4143 Physical Metallurgy

Course explores the underlying structure-property relationships of metals. Topics include: thermodynamics and kinetics of phase transformations, diffusion, dislocation behavior, strengthening mechanisms, fracture mechanisms, crystallography, creep, and fatigue behavior. Laboratory work in fractography, scanning electron microscopy, fracture, tensile properties, and metallography. Prerequisite: MAE 443 or grade of "C" or better in ES 233

Credits

3

Lab Hours

2

Lecture Hours

2

Prerequisite

MAE 443 or grade of "C" or better in ES 233