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University of Alberta Calendar 2016-2017 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MAT E 471 - Ceramics


★ 3 (fi 8) (either term or Spring/Summer, 3-0-0) Structure, processing, characterization, properties and application of ceramic materials and glass. Ceramic raw materials. Crystal chemistry and physics. Glassy state. Crystal defects, nonstoichiometry, diffusion, phase diagrams. Powder preparation, ceramic fabrication. Characterization of ceramic powders and components. Thermal, mechanical and electrical properties. Traditional and recent applications. Prerequisite: MAT E 341 or consent of instructor.