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MES 475/575 Advances in Processing and Nanoengineering of Polymers Credits: (2-0) 2
The course will begin with an overview of the basic principles of polymer rheology and structure formation. It will then review recent examples from the scientific literature in which concepts and theories of rheological behavior and structure formation at multiple length scales have been further developed and/or applied to the processing of polymers and composites with advanced functional and multifunctional properties. Special attention will be paid to research related to processing challenges in the formation of polymer nanocomposites, nanofibers and hierarchical composite structures. As part of this course, students will be expected to develop skills in reviewing and critically assessing the scientific literature, and in developing research strategies based on current state of knowledge.
Prerequisites: CHEM 114 /CHEM 114L or MES 604 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Students enrolled in MES 575 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MES 475. This course is cross listed with CBE 475/575 and NANO 475/575 .
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MES 601 Fundamentals of Materials Engineering Credits: (4-0) 4
The objective of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge required to understand principles governing engineering aspects of materials synthesis and manufacturing. Students are able to analyze the effect of transport phenomena, surface chemistry, solution thermodynamics and kinetics on design, control and process optimization of various materials processes.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.S./MES or Ph.D./MES program or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course is taught when the required seven student minimum is reached.
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MES 603 Condensed Matter Physics Credits: (4-0) 4
The objective of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge required to understand the principles of condensed matter physics with application to materials science and engineering. The students will be able to analyze basic experiments related to electronic structure of atoms and chemical bonding in solids, diffraction of x-rays and electrons by crystal lattices, lattice dynamics, elastic and thermal properties of solids, electronic band structure, classification of solids, dynamics of electrons in crystals, optical properties of solids, doped semiconductors, p-n junctions and hetero- junctions, dielectric properties of insulators, piezoelectricity, electrostriction, ferroelectricity, and magnetic properties of solids (dia-, para-, and ferro-magnetism).
Prerequisites: Admission to M.S./MES or Ph.D./MES program or permission of instructor.
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MES 604 Chemistry of Materials Credits: (4-0) 4
The objective of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge required to understand the theoretical chemical basis for chemical and physical properties of crystalline, ceramic, polymeric and metallic materials. Students will be able to analyze macroscopic properties on the basis of underlying chemical concepts.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.S./MES or Ph.D./MES program or permission of instructor.
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MES 636 Photovoltaics Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will cover modern silicon photovoltaic (PV) devices, including the basic physics, ideal and nonideal models, device parameters and design, and device fabrication. The emphasis will be placed on crystalline and multicrystalline devices, but thin films will also be introduced. PV applications and economics will also be discussed.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 636 .
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MES 637 Organic Photovoltaics Credits: (3-0) 3
Organic photovoltaic provides a variety of interesting and new properties which facilitate solar energy utilization. The objectives of this course are to introduce material properties of polymers, small molecules, dyes, and nanomaterials for photovoltaics; describe device mechanisms and behavior of organic photovoltaics; understand the photophysical process in organic photovoltaics; and introduce different processing techniques for device fabrication.
Notes: This course is cross listed with EE 637 .
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MES 670 Principles of X-Ray Diffraction Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will cover the principles of crystallography in materials science, theory and production of x-rays, interaction of x-rays with matter, and principles of x-ray diffraction. The application of x-ray diffraction methods to analytical measurement techniques in materials science and metallurgical engineering will also be covered.
Prerequisites: PHYS 213 and MET 232 or GEOL 212/212L or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course is cross listed with GEOL 670 .
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MES 691 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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MES 692 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
Notes: This course is cross listed with MES 792 .
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MES 712 Interfacial Phenomena Credits: (3-0) 3
A course in the surface properties of solids and liquids. Areas covered include the thermodynamics of surfaces, material transfer across interfaces, nucleation, surface energies of solids, three- phase contact, wetting phenomena, and adsorption.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CHEM 712 .
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MES 713 Advanced Solid Mechanics I Credits: (3-0) 3
Presented and discussed. Emphasis is placed on the mathematical description of phenomenological behavior, deformation and flow. Practical solutions from the classical theories of solid mechanics are discussed.
Notes: This course is cross listed with ME 713 .
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MES 716 Printed Electronics: Materials and Processes Credits: (3-0) 3
The principles of interfacial phenomenon, solution thermodynamics, and colloid chemistry will be used in illuminated process by which metallic nanoparticulates can be formed and incorporated into inks for use in manufacturing printed electronics by various direct write technologies. Students will learn 1) the methods and science behind the manufacture of a variety of nanoparticles, including gold, silver, and copper conducting particles, 2) the methods of incorporating these particles into inks and the printing of these inks for printed electronic applications, and 3) the interfacial processes involved in line spreading and curing of the printed traces.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 716
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MES 720 Nano-Struct Mats: Syn & Char Credits: (3-0) 3
A survey and analysis of synthetic materials and characterization techniques for nano-structured materials will be presented. The classes of materials that will be studied include: inorganic nanocyrstals (metals, semi-conductors, metal oxides), nano-wires, porous materials, carbon nanostructures, and higher order materials, such as supported catalysts. Solution-phase synthetic routes will be emphasized, including sol-gel synthesis, non-hydrolytic molecular decomposition, and micelle-templated synthesis, with lesser emphasis on solid state and gas-phase reactions. Methods of characterization will be discussed, including: transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV-visible absorption/fluorescence, X-ray absorptionspectroscopy, gas sorption analysis, atomic force microscopy (AFM), scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), and photoelectronspectroscopy.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CHEM 720 .
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MES 723 Luminescence Spectroscopy of Materials Credits: (3-0) 3
Fundamentals of luminescent behavior and photodynamics of solid state materials and spectroscopic methods of characterization will be discussed. Applications of novel solid state materials as phosphors, sensors, and in optoelectronics devices will be considered.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CHEM 723 .
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MES 728 Heterogeneous Kinetics Credits: (3-0) 3
Principles of Absolute Rate Theory are combined with thermodynamics to study the mechanisms of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions in metallurgical systems.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CBE 728 .
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MES 736 Advanced Photovoltaics Credits: (3-0) 3
This course builds on the foundations established in MES/NANO 636. It will cover advanced photovoltaic concepts, including thin films, compound semiconductors, spectral conversion devices, and organic and polymeric devices. Advanced device designs will be emphasized. Evaluation will include a research paper on a current PV topic.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 736 .
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MES 770 Continuum Mechanics Credits: (3-0) 3
Introduction to tensor algebra and calculus. Derivation of kinematic, stress, strain, and thermodynamic field equations governing continuous media. Development of constitutive relations for real materials. Applications to problems in fluid and solid mechanics.
Notes: This course is cross listed with ME 770 .
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MES 788 Master’s Research Problems/Projects Credits: Credit to be arranged.
Independent research problems/projects that lead to a research or design paper but not to a thesis. A plan of student is negotiated by the faculty member and the candidate. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses with are theoretical. Oral defense of the report and research findings are required.
Prerequisites: Approval of advisor.
Notes: Credit to be arranged: not to exceed 5 credit hours toward fulfillment of the M.S. in MES.
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MES 790/890 Seminar Credits: (1-0) 1
A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division graduate levels.
Notes: May not be repeated for degree credit. Students enrolled in MES 890 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MES 790.
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MES 791 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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MES 792 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
Notes: This course is cross listed with MES 692 .
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MES 798 Thesis Credits: Credit to be arranged.
A formal treatise presenting the results of study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the applicable degree. The process requires extensive and intensive one-on-one interaction between the candidate and professor with more limited interaction between and among the candidate and other members of the committee.
Notes: Credit to be arranged; not to exceed 6 credit hours toward fulfillment of the M.S. in MES.
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MES 898 Dissertation Credits: Credit to be arranged.
A formal treatise presenting the results of study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the applicable degree. The process requires extensive and intensive one-on-one interaction between the candidate and professor with more limited interaction between and among the candidate and other members of the committee. Oral defense of dissertation and research findings are required.
Notes: Credit to be arranged; not to exceed 30 credits toward fulfillment of Ph.D. degree requirements. Open only to doctoral candidates.
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MET 110/110L Introduction to Metallurgical Engineering Design/Lab Credits: (1-1) 2
An introductory design course for incoming freshmen in metallurgical engineering covering fundamental engineering practices. The course will include group projects, problem solving (using spreadsheets and other current methods), and engineering ethics.
Corequisites: MET 110L
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MET 220 Mineral Processing and Resource Recovery Credits: (3-0) 3
An introductory course in mineral processing highlighting unit operations involved including comminution, sizing, froth flotation, gravity separation, electrostatic separation, magnetic separation and flocculation. Other topics discussed include remediation of contaminant effluents and the unit operations associated with recycling of post-consumer materials using mineral processing techniques.
Prerequisites: MATH 123 and CHEM 112
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MET 220L Mineral Processing and Resource Recovery Laboratory Credits: (0-1) 1
An introductory laboratory course in mineral processing highlighting relevant unit operations.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 220
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MET 231 Structures and Properties of Materials Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
A laboratory involving quantitative metallography, heat treating practice, mechanical property measurements and metallurgical design of the thermal mechanical treatment of metals.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 232
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MET 232 Properties of Materials Credits: (3-0) 3
A course in engineering materials and their applications. The different technological uses of metals, ceramics, plastics, and composite materials are discussed and explained in terms of their basic atomic structure, and mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical, and magnetic properties. Material selection in engineering design is emphasized.
Prerequisites: MATH 123 and CHEM 112
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MET 310 Aqueous Extraction, Concentration, and Recycling Credits: (3-0) 3
Scientific and engineering principles involved in the winning of metals from ores and scrap. Areas covered include the unit operations of comminution, sizing, solid/liquid separations, leaching, ion exchange, solvent extraction, and surface phenomena as related to flocculation, froth floatation, and electrostatic separation.
Prerequisites: MET 320 or CBE 321 or CHEM 342
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MET 310L Aqueous Extraction, Concentration, and Recycling Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Laboratory experiments in design of processing equipment and cost estimation, zeta potential, surface tension, leaching kinetics, electrowinning, and solvent extraction.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 310
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MET 320 Metallurgical Thermodynamics Credits: (4-0) 4
The principles of chemical thermodynamics and their application to metallurgical engineering processes. Topics covered include the zero, first and second laws of thermodynamics, the fundamental equations of state for open and closed systems, criterion of equilibrium, heat capacities, reaction equilibrium constants and their dependence upon temperature and pressure, chemical potential, standard and reference states, stability diagrams, and solution thermodynamics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 211 , CHEM 112 , and MATH 125
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MET 321/321L High Temperature Extraction, Concentration, and Recycling/Lab Credits: (3-1) 4
Thermodynamic principles involved in the winning of metals. Areas covered include calcination, oxidation, reduction processes, smelting, high- temperature refining, electrorefining, slags, and slag-metal interactions.
Prerequisites: MET 320
Corequisites: MET 321L
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MET 330 Physics of Metals Credits: (3-0) 3
The fundamental principles of physical metallurgy with emphasis on the mathematical description of mechanisms that control the structure of materials. Topics covered are structure of metals, x-ray diffraction, elementary theory of metals, dislocations, slip phenomena, grain boundaries, vacancies, annealing, and solid solutions.
Prerequisites: MET 232
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MET 330L Physics of Metals Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Practical laboratory exercises that involve (1) x-ray diffraction methods, (2) transmission electron microscopy as it applies to dislcoations in materials, (3) recovery, recrystallization and grain growth as it applies to annealing of materials, (4) optional and scanning electron microscopy as it applies to the microstructure of materials, and (5) thermomechanical processing of metals with limited regions of solid solubility.
Prerequisites: MET 231
Pre or Corequisites: MET 330
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MET 332 Thermomechanical Processing Credits: (3-0) 3
The relationship between the structure and properties of materials. Topics covered are the iron-carbon system, hardenability of iron base alloys, stainless steels, cast irons, aluminum, copper and magnesium, rubber and copper polymers. Concepts of heat treatment, age hardening, dispersion hardening, and hot and cold working correlated with modification of the structure and physical properties of materials.
Prerequisites: MET 232
Pre or Corequisites: MET 330 and MET 320 or ME 211
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MET 351 Engineering Design I Credits: (2-0) 2
Introduction to engineering design. Compare the scientific method with the engineering design method. Define the concept of need as it pertains to the design process. Develop skills associated with the use of modern and classic sources of information. In addition, material selection processes, interaction of materials, and materials processing topics are presented. Focus on the design process, and the design method. The development of interdisciplinary teams is a high priority.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 320
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MET 352 Engineering Design II Credits: (1-0) 1
A continuation of the design sequence.
Prerequisites: MET 351
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MET 422 Transport Phenomena Credits: (4-0) 4
The principles of momentum, heat and mass transfer and their application to metallurgical engineering. Topics covered include thermal conductivity, mass diffusion, mechanisms of transport, Fourier’s and Fick’s Laws, shell balance, boundary conditions, equations of change, unsteady-state transport, mass and heat distributions in turbulent flow, and interphase transport.
Prerequisites: MATH 321
Pre or Corequisites: MET 320
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MET 426/526 Steelmaking Credits: (3-0) 3
Chemical reactions and heat and mass transport phenomena associated with the production of steel. Unit operations studied include the blast furnace, the basic oxygen furnace, the electric arc furnace, and selected direct reduction processes.
Prerequisites: MET 320 or graduate standing.
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 526 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 426.
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MET 430/430L Welding Engineering and Design of Welded Structures/Lab Credits: (2-1) 3
Introduces the state-of-art in welding processes and technology. Discusses fundamentals of the fabrication welded structures by introducing basics of solidification in welds, metallurgy of welds, fatigue and fracture in welds, joint design and weld defects and inspection. Laboratory exercises will focus on advanced welding processes, characterization, and materials testing methods.
Prerequisites: MET 232
Corequisites: MET 430L
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MET 433 Process Control Credits: (3-0) 3
Analysis and design of process control systems for industrial processes, including control tuning and design of multi-variable control scheme.
Prerequisites: MATH 321 and senior standing.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CBE 433 .
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MET 440/540 Mechanical Metallurgy Credits: (3-0) 3
A course concerned with responses of metals to loads. Areas covered include elastic and plastic deformation under different force systems, dislocation theory, fracture, internal friction, fatigue, creep, residual stresses, and general fundamentals of metal working.
Prerequisites: MET 232
Pre or Corequisites: ME 216 or EM 321
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 540 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 440.
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MET 440L/540L Mechanical Metallurgy Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
A course designed to expose the student to practical experience on the mechanical behavior of metals and alloys including deformation processing and failure analysis.
Prerequisites: MET 232
Pre or Corequisites: MET 440/540
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 540L will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 440L.
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MET 443 Composite Materials Credits: (3-0) 3
The course will cover heterogeneous material systems; basic design concepts and preparation; types of composite materials; advances in filaments, fibers and matrices; physical and mechanical properties; failure modes; thermal and dynamic effects; and applications to construction, transportation and communication.
Prerequisites: ME 316 or concurrent enrollment in MET 440.
Notes: This course is cross listed with ME 443 .
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MET 445/545 Oxidation and Corrosion of Metals Credits: (3-0) 3
Initially, the thermodynamics of electrochemical processes are covered; use of the Nernst equation and Pourbaix diagram is presented in this material. Fundamentals of electrode kinetics are then discussed with special emphasis on the derivation of the Butler-Volmer equation and application of the Evan’s diagram. Following presentation of these fundamental concepts, phenomena observed in corrosion and oxidation such as uniform attack, pitting, stress corrosion cracking, and corrosion fatigue are discussed. Finally, selection of materials for site specific applications is covered.
Prerequisites: MET 320 or CBE 222 or ME 211 or graduate standing.
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 545 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 445. This course is cross listed with CBE 445/545 .
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MET 450/550 Forensic Engineering Credits: (3-0) 3
The principles of physical metallurgy, mechanical metallurgy, manufacturing processes, and service environments will be used to determine the causes(s) for failure of metallic, composite, and polymer engineering components. Analytical techniques and procedures to characterize fractographic features and microstructures, such as optical metallography, macrophotography, and scanning electron microscopy, will also be reviewed. Actual failed engineering components from a variety of industrial applications will be used as examples and be evaluated in the course. Fundamental engineering concepts, legal procedures of forensic engineering, failure mechanisms, technical report writing, and remedial recommendations will also be discussed.
Prerequisites: MET 231 , MET 232 , EM 321 or ME 216 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 550 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 450.
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MET 464 Engineering Design III Credits: (0-2) 2
A continuation of the design sequence.
Prerequisites: MET 352
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MET 465 Engineering Design IV Credits: (0-1) 1
A continuation of the design sequence, which includes a final technical design report and appropriate display material for the School of Mines Design Fair.
Prerequisites: MET 464
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MET 489/589 Composites Manufacturing Credits: (1-0) 1
A background in the concepts of polymers and polymerization as well as an overview of composites concepts, constituent materials, and manufacturing processes provide the groundwork in the first half of the course. A more detailed study of the Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer molding (VARTM) processing builds upon this groundwork, including topics such as process materials and parameters, mold design and manufacture, and product design considerations. The course concludes with post-processing topics. In conjunction with the concepts lecture, students spend time in the lab constructing and using a simple mold which will illustrate some of the challenges of molding and finishing a composite product.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CBE 489/589 . Students enrolled in MET 589 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 489.
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MET 491 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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MET 492 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
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MET 601 Biomaterials Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will provide students with an overview of the field of biomaterials with the knowledge necessary to conduct biomedical product development and/or biomaterials research. The first portion of the course will provide an introduction to the major classes of materials used in medical devices including metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, and natural materials. Topics covered will include material properties, material processing, testing, corrosion, biocompatibility, tissue responses, etc. The second portion of the course will cover specific biomaterial applications such as dental, orthopedic, cardiovascular, drug delivery, and tissue engineering. The topics of implant cleanliness and sterilization methods will also be discussed. In addition, the topic of national and international governmental regulations and requirements will be reviewed including examples of investigative devices exemptions and 510k submissions.
Notes: This course is cross listed with BME 601 .
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MET 614 Advanced Metallurgical Simulation Techniques Credits: (3-0) 3
An advanced course in the simulation of metallurgical processes. Topics covered include numerical solution of partial differential equations, optimization techniques and numerical integration and interpolation. Although the course is intended primarily for metallurgy majors, the coverage is sufficiently broad that non-metallurgy majors are encouraged to enroll.
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MET 624 Advanced Chemical Metallurgy Credits: (3-0) 3
Application of metallurgical thermodynamics and transport phenomena to extractive metallurgical processes.
Prerequisites: MET 320 , MET 321/321L and MET 422
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MET 625 Strengthening Mechanisms in Metals Credits: (3-0) 3
Study of the scientific fundamentals leading to the improvement of the mechanical properties of metallic materials. The treatment includes strengthening by strain hardening, grain and twin boundaries, solute atoms, precipitates, dispersed particles and fibers, martensitic transformations, texturing, point defects, and thermomechanical treatments. Enhancement of fracture, fatigue, and creep behavior is also treated.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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MET 632 Theory of Dislocations Credits: (3-0) 3
A study of defect theory in solids and their role in governing material behavior. Topics covered include the concept, properties, and mutual interaction of dislocations, point defects, stacking faults, dislocation dynamics (motion and multiplication). Application of defect theory to the phenomena of slip, plastic yielding, thermally-activated plastic flow, microstrain, internal friction, strain hardening, and mechanical twinning.
Prerequisites: MET 440 or permission of instructor.
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MET 791 Independent Study Credits: 1 to 3
Includes directed study, problems readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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MET 792 Topics Credits: 1 to 3
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.
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MSL 101 Leaderships and Personal Development Credits: (1-0) 1
Make your first peer group at college one committed to performing well and enjoying the experience. Increase self-confidence through team study and activities in basic drill, physical fitness, rappelling, leadership reaction course, first aid, making presentations and basic marksmanship. Learn fundamental concepts of leadership in a profession in both classroom and outdoor laboratory environments.
Corequisites: MSL 101L
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MSL 101L Leadership and Personal Development Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Designed to accompany MSL 101 . Provides the students with hands-on experience to supplement and reinforce classroom instruction. Subjects addressed include drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, marksmanship, first aid, rappelling and basic mountaineering skills. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 101
Notes: This course will count for 1 credit hour of physical education credit.
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MSL 102 Introduction to Tactical Leadership Credits: (1-0) 1
Learn and apply principles of effective leadership. Reinforce self-confidence through participation in physically and mentally challenging exercise with upper-division ROTC students. Develop communication skills to improve individual performance and group interaction. Relate organizational ethical values to the effectiveness of a leader.
Corequisites: MSL 102L
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MSL 102L Introduction to Tactical Leadership Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Designed to accompany MSL 102 . Provides the student with hands-on experience to supplement and reinforce classroom instruction. Subjects addressed include drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, marksmanship, first aid, rappelling and basic mountaineering skills. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 102
Notes: This course will count for 1 credit hour of physical education credit.
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MSL 201 Innovative Team Leadership Credits: (1-0) 1
Learn/apply ethics-based leadership skills that develop individual abilities and contribute to the building of effective teams of people. Develop skills in oral presentations, writing concisely, planning events, coordination of group efforts, advanced first aid, land navigation, and basic military tactics. Learn fundamentals of ROTC’s leadership assessment program.
Corequisites: MSL 201L
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MSL 201L Innovative Team Leadership Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Students will develop leadership and management skills by being given the opportunity to perform duties in various leadership positions. Emphasis is placed on the development of leadership and managerial skills. Course is supplemented with instruction on the use of a lensatic compass and a topographic map, as well as various survival skills. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 201
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MSL 202 Foundations of Tactical Leadership Credits: (1-0) 1
Introduction to individual and team aspects of military tactics in small unit operations. Includes use of radio communications, making safety assessments, movement techniques, planning for team safety/security and methods of pre-execution checks. Practical exercises with upper-division ROTC students. Learn techniques for training others as an aspect of continued leadership development.
Corequisites: MSL 202L
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MSL 202L Foundations of Tactical Leadership Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Students are provided the opportunity to reinforce classroom leadership and management training with practical experience. Students will also receive training in small unit tactics and use of the M-16 rifle. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 202
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MSL 290 Basic Small Unit Leadership Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides the student with practical experience in small unit leadership development, team building, and the technical and tactical skills needed to be a professional officer in the United States Army. Course includes instruction in and practical application of rifle marksmanship, orienteering, mountaineering, weapons proficiency, physical training, and small unit leadership skills.
Corequisites: Concurrent registration in either MSL 101 or MSL 201 is required.
Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
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MSL 291 Internship in Leadership I Credits: (2-0) 2
This course is designed for ROTC Cadets who have completed M.S. I and II but not academically aligned to contract as M.S. IIIs. The course will expand on their applied leadership skills. Upon approval of the instructor, students will develop training plans, schedules, evaluation outlines and classroom instruction. Students may also do department approved research.
Notes: The class may be repeated up to two times, for a maximum of 4 credits, with permission of department head.
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MSL 294 ROTC Summer Leadership Internship Credits: (0-4) 4
The mission of ROTC Basic Camp is to serve as an alternative for the first two years of on-campus ROTC enrollment. Basic Camp offers students who did not take ROTC courses during their first two years of school the opportunity to enroll in ROTC at the start of their junior year. Basic Camp is a six week training period in which the student undergoes basic military training within a regular Army environment. Instruction consists of both classroom instruction and practical exercises along with considerable field training. All students are closely supervised and carefully evaluated by military officers.
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MSL 301 Adaptive Team Leadership Credits: (2-0) 2
Series of practical opportunities to lead small groups, receive personal assessments and encouragement, and lead again in situations of increasing complexity. Uses small unit tactics and opportunities to plan and conduct training for lower division students both to develop such skills and as vehicles for practicing leadership.
Corequisites: MSL 301L
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MSL 301L Adaptive Team Leadership Lab Credits: (0-2) 2
Provides the student with practical experience to supplement and reinforce classroom instruction. Subjects include drill and ceremonies, physical training instruction techniques and leadership, which will complement the student’s preparation of ROTC advanced camp. Off campus.
Corequisites: MSL 301
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MSL 302 Leadership in Changing Environments Credits: (2-0) 2
Continues methodology of MSL 301 . Analyze tasks; prepare written or oral guidance for team members to accomplish tasks. Delegate tasks and supervise. Plan for and adapt to the unexpected in organizations under stress. Examine and apply lessons from leadership case studies. Examine importance of ethical decision making in setting a positive climate that enhances team performance.
Prerequisites: MSL 301
Corequisites: MSL 302L
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MSL 302L Leadership in Changing Environments Lab Credits: (0-2) 2
Provides student with additional training in land navigation, drill and ceremonies, physical training, instruction techniques and leadership, which will complement the students’ preparation for ROTC advanced camp. Off campus training is required.
Corequisites: MSL 302
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MSL 394 Advanced Military Science Internship Credits: (0-4) 4
Contracted ROTC Advanced Course Cadets will attend a six-week intensified military training phase at Ft. Lewis, Washington which will provide both classroom and practical experience in the military and leadership skills required by a commissioned officer.
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MSL 401 Developing Adaptive Leaders Credits: (2-0) 2
Introduces formal management skills including problem analysis, planning techniques, and the delegation and control of activities, providing an understanding of the command and staff organization used in the modern army and creating a forum for discussing professional and ethical decisions faced by commissioned officers.
Corequisites: MSL 401L
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MSL 401L Developing Adaptive Leaders Lab Credits: (0-2) 2
Provides practical experience supplementing and reinforcing classroom instruction, including drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, instruction techniques, and operation of the cadet battalion. Off-campus training required.
Corequisites: MSL 401
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MSL 402 Leadership in a Complex World Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides information for transition to active or reserve commissioned service, developing administrative controls essential in managing a military organization, introducing the management of financial and personal affairs, and allowing time for discussion and analysis of the ethical decision-making process.
Corequisites: MSL 402L
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MSL 402L Leadership in a Complex World Lab Credits: (0-2) 2
Provides practical experience supplementing and reinforcing classroom instruction, including drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, instructional techniques, small unit leadership and familiarization with duties of commissioned officers. Off campus training is required.
Corequisites: MSL 402
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MSL 403 Third Year Advanced Military Science Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides a transition to entering active or reserve commissioned service, including an in-depth study of military decision making, giving experience in planning and conducting squad and platoon level military exercises and leadership.
Prerequisites: MSL 401 and MSL 402
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MSL 404 Third Year Advanced Military Science Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides an in-depth study of military decision-making, giving experience in planning and conducting military exercises at squad and platoon level, including an opportunity to develop leadership techniques.
Prerequisites: MSL 401 and MSL 402
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MSL 411 Developing Subordinate Leaders I Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides practical experience supplementing and reinforcing classroom instruction, including drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, instruction techniques, and operation of the cadet battalion. Off campus training required.
Corequisites: MSL 401
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MSL 412 Developing Subordinate Leaders II Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides practical experience supplementing and reinforcing classroom instruction, including drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, instructional techniques, small unit leadership and familiarization with duties of commissioned officers. Off campus training is required.
Corequisites: MSL 402
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MSL 480 Advanced Small Unit Leadership Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides practical experience in small unit leadership development, team building, and officers’ technical/tactical skills, including rifle marksmanship, orienteering, mountaineering, weapons proficiency, physical training, and small unit leadership skills.
Corequisites: MSL 301 and MSL 301L or MSL 401 and MSL 401L
Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
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MSL 491 Advanced Internship in Leadership Credits: (2-0) 2
This course is designed for ROTC Cadets who have completed M.S. IV, but have not completed graduation requirements. The course will allow students to fully develop and conduct training on advanced military subjects. Students may also do department approved research.
Notes: The class may be repeated two times, for a maximum of 4 credits, with the permission of the department head.
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MSL 494 Leader Development and Assessment Course Credits: 3 to 4
This course is designed for ROTC Cadets who have completed M.S. IV but have not completed graduation requirements. The course will allow students to fully develop and conduct training on advanced military subjects. Students may also do department approved research.
Notes: The class may be repeated two times, for a maximum of 4 credits, with the permission of the department head.
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MUAP 102 Class Instruction-Voice Credits: (1-0) 1
One to two semester hours credit for class instruction is given for two one hour class meetings. Adequate preparation through practice is expected of all students.
Notes: May be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUAP 120 Applied Music-Woodwinds Credits: 1 to 4
One to two hours credit for private lessons is given for half-hour lesson per week. Music majors studying in the major performance area may elect two half-hour lessons per week for two to four hours of credit. Adequate preparation through practice is expected of all students.
Notes: May be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUAP 121 Applied Music-Woodwinds Credits: 1 to 4
One to two hours credit for private lessons is given for half-hour lesson per week. Music majors studying in the major performance area may elect two half-hour lessons per week for two to four hours of credit. Adequate preparation through practice is expected of all students.
Notes: May be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUAP 130 Applied Music-Brass Credits: 1 to 4
One to two hours credit for private lessons is given for half-hour lesson per week. Music majors studying in the major performance area may elect two half-hour lessons per week for two to four hours of credit. Adequate preparation through practice is expected of all students.
Notes: May be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUAP 131 Applied Music-Brass Credits: 1 to 4
One to two hours credit for private lessons is given for half-hour lesson per week. Music majors studying in the major performance area may elect two half-hour lessons per week for two to four hours of credit. Adequate preparation through practice is expected of all students.
Notes: May be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUAP 200 Applied Music-Voice Credits: 1 to 4
One to two semester hours of credit for private lessons is given for on half-hour lesson per week. Music majors studying in the major performance area may elect two half-hour lessons per week for two to four hours of credit. Adequate preparation through practice is expected of all students.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Notes: May be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUAP 201 Applied Music-Voice Credits: 1 to 4
Class voice instruction is open to anyone interested. Emphasis is placed on the development of the fundamental voice techniques.
Notes: May be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUEN 100 Concert Choir Credits: 0 to 2
An ensemble performing accompanied and unaccompanied literature for mixed voices. Membership determined by instructor’s permission and audition only.
Notes: Any combination of PE and MUEN 100/ MUEN 101 , MUEN 121 , MUEN 122 may be allowed toward fulfillment of the physical education credit for graduation. May not be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUEN 101 Choral Ensembles Credits: 1 to 2
An ensemble performing accompanied and unaccompanied literature for mixed voices. Membership determined by instructor’s permission and audition only. School of Mines does not require an audition.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
Notes: Any combination of PE and MUEN 100 / MUEN 101, MUEN 121 , MUEN 122 may be allowed toward fulfillment of the physical education credit for graduation. May not be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation
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MUEN 121 Symphonic Band Credits: (1-0) 1
Members are selected by audition to perform the finest in original and transcribed literature in concert performances on and off-campus.
Notes: Any combination of PE and MUEN 100 , MUEN 101 , MUEN 121, MUEN 122 may be allowed toward fulfillment of the physical education credit for graduation. May not be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUEN 122 Concert Band Credits: (1-0) 1
A joint enterprise open to university students and interested area musicians. Includes rehearsals and performance of band literature culminating in a public performance.
Notes: Any combination of PE and MUEN 100 , MUEN 101 , MUEN 121 / MUEN 122 may be allowed toward fulfillment of the physical education credit for graduation. May not be used to fulfill the humanities credit for graduation.
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MUEN 260 Non-Credit Music Ensemble Credits: 0
Development of vocal or instrumental skills and aesthetic perception through the study and performance of music.
Notes: This course cannot be counted for social science/humanities credit.
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MUS 100 Music Appreciation Credits: (3-0) 3
A non-technical discussion designed to increase the enjoyment and appreciation of music.
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MUS 110 Basic Music Theory I Credits: 2 to 4
An integrated study and application of tonality, melody, harmony, texture and form, from music notation through modulation. Includes sight singing, ear training and dictation. Introduction to composition and arranging, i.e. instrument ranges, transposition, tessitura and preliminary score analysis.
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MUS 217 Music in Performance I Credits: (3-0) 3
This course introduces the functions and techniques of the craft of music through the study of music from both western and non-western cultures. It establishes fundamental performance tools and develops basic systematic processes and skills in musical analysis that through the study, rehearsal, and performance of ensemble music, developing cultural understandings.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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