Micron School of Materials Science and Engineering
Micron School of
Materials Science and
Engineering
College of Engineering
Engineering Building, Room 338
http://coen.boisestate.edu/mse/
Phone: (208) 426-5600
Fax: (208) 426-4466
Chair and Professor: Janet Callahan. Professors: Butt, Knowlton, Moll, Müllner.
Associate Professors: Frary, Hughes, Lee, Ubic. Assistant Professors: Estrada,
Graugnard, Hurley, Jankowski, Li, Simmonds, Wharry, Xiong. Clinical
Assistant Professor: Ackler. Distinguished Research Fellow: Yurke. Research Associate
Professor: Wu. Lecturer: Watson.
Degrees Offered
• Bachelor of Science in Materials Science and Engineering
• Secondary Education Emphasis
• Minor in Materials Science and Engineering
Department Statement
A fundamental understanding of how properties, structure, processing and
performance of materials are interrelated is an essential aspect of an engineering
education. Understanding how these materials properties can be altered
or how the properties change in different applications and environments
is a critical focus for all engineering disciplines. The Materials Science and
Engineering program focuses on the fundamental aspects of the technical
classes of materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, electronic materials,
biomaterials, nanomaterials, and composites. Laboratory emphasis is placed on
the measurement and characterization of these materials systems and providing
hands-on experience with various process operations typical in the materials
fabrication industry.
Degree Requirements
Materials Science and Engineering
Bachelor of Science
Course Number and Title
Credits
Foundational Studies Program requirements indicated in
bold. See page 50 for details and lists of approved courses.
ENGL 101 Introduction to College Writing
3
ENGL 102 Intro to College Writing and Research
3
UF 100 Intellectual Foundations
3
UF 200 Civic and Ethical Foundations
3
DLM MATH 170 Calculus I
4
DLN CHEM 111, 111L General Chemistry I & Lab
4
DLN PHYS 211, 211L Physics I with Calculus & Lab
5
DLV Visual and Performing Arts
3
DLL Literature and Humanities or
DLL STEM-ED 220 Perspectives on Science and
Mathematics (Secondary Education Emphasis)
3-4
DLS Social Sciences course or
DLS ED-CIFS 201 Foundations of Education (Secondary
Education Emphasis)
3
DLS Social Sciences course in a second field or
DLS STEM-ED 210 Knowing and Learning in Mathematics
and Science (Secondary Education Emphasis)
3
CHEM 112, 112L General Chemistry II with Lab
4
ENGR 120 Introduction to Engineering or
ENGR 130 Introduction to Engineering Applications
3-4
ENGR 210 Engineering Statics
3
The study of materials properties has held fascination with scientists for many
years. However, it is in the application of materials to product design and
manufacturing where economic growth is realized. In today’s technology driven
environment, the engineer and scientist work to modify materials to optimize
performance, reduce cost, and to develop materials with a greater range of
capabilities.
ENGR 240 Electrical and Electronic Circuits or
ECE 210 Intro to Electric Circuits
3
MATH 175 Calculus II
4
MATH 275 Multivariable and Vector Calculus
4
MATH 333 Differential Equations with Matrix Theory
4
The Materials Science and Engineering program is accredited by the
Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org/.
MATH 360 Engineering Statistics
3
MSE 150 Computational Tools for Materials Science
3
MSE 245 Intro to Materials Science & Engineering
3
CID MSE 246 Materials for Society
3
The BS in Materials Science and Engineering, Secondary Education Emphasis
combines content knowledge, theories of learning and human development,
study of curriculum, and methodology to help students develop the knowledge,
skills and dispositions essential for success in secondary school teaching. The
program involves participation in the IDoTeach STEM-ED curriculum, which
includes early and sustained field experiences for students. Candidates who
complete the Secondary Education Emphasis program have demonstrated
evidence of meeting the Idaho Beginning Teacher and Engineering Standards
and are eligible for recommendation for state certification and an engineering
endorsement for teaching.
MSE 280 Intro to Materials Lab Practice
1
MSE 308 Thermodynamics of Materials
3
MSE 312 Mechanical Behavior of Materials
3
MSE 318 Phase Transformations and Kinetics
3
MSE 321 Structural Characterization
3
Students wishing to pursue this degree plan must meet the requirements
and standards for admission to teacher education, which are described fully
under STEM Education IDoTeach STEM Teaching Certification or at http://
idoteach.boisestate.edu/. Students must meet and maintain all knowledge, skill,
and disposition requirements to remain in the program.
MSE 380 Materials Properties Laboratory
3
MSE 381 Material Analysis Laboratory
3
MSE 410 Electrical Properties of Materials
3
MSE 415 Materials Processing
3
Educational Objectives
MSE 480 Senior Project I
3
Graduates of the Materials Science and Engineering program will be:
FF MSE 482 Senior Project II
3
MSE 498 Materials Science Seminar
1
1. Fully qualified as materials engineers, with an ability to adapt and
progress in a rapidly changing field.
2. Well-rounded individuals who both understand the principles and can
undertake the practice of the science and engineering of materials.
3. Able to operate as effective engineers or scientists in materials industries,
academia, or related fields.
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PHYS 212, 212L Physics II with Calculus & Lab
5
PHYS 309, 309L Introductory Quantum Physics & Lab
4
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Course Offerings
Materials Science and Engineering continued
See page 63 for a definition of the course-numbering system.
In addition, complete the following coursework to
graduate with a BS in Materials Science and Engineering
or complete the courses listed under the Secondary
Education Emphasis below to graduate with a BS in
Materials Science & Engineering with an emphasis in
Secondary Education.
MSE – Materials Science and Engineering
Lower Division
Technical emphasis electives*
Total
9
124-126
Secondary Education Emphasis
STEM-ED 101 Step 1: Inquiry Approaches to Teaching
1
STEM-ED 102 Step 2: Inquiry-Based Lesson Design
1
STEM-ED 310 Classroom Interactions
3
STEM-ED 350 Research Methods
3
STEM-ED 410 Project-Based Instruction
3
STEM-ED 480 Apprentice Teaching
Total
6
132-134
*Electives must be approved by the student’s advisor.
Materials Science and Engineering Minor
Credits
MSE 245 Intro to Materials Science & Engineering
3
MSE 245L Intro to Materials Science & Engineering Lab or
MSE 280 Intro to Materials Lab Practice
1
MSE 246 Materials for Society
3
MSE 308 Thermodynamics of Materials or
MSE 410 Electrical Properties of Materials
3
Courses chosen from the following list:
CE 340 Engineering Properties of Construction Materials
CE 341 Construction Materials Lab
CHEM 321, 322 Physical Chemistry I & II Lecture
CHEM 401 Advanced Inorganic Chemistry
ECE 320 Semiconductor Devices
ECE 440, ECE 440L Intro to Integrated Circuit
Processing & Lab
ECE 441 Advanced Silicon Technology
GEOS 300 Earth Materials
ME 444 Corrosion Engineering
ME 454 Composites
MSE 308 Thermodynamics of Materials
MSE 312 Mechanical Behavior of Materials
MSE 318 Phase Transformations and Kinetics
MSE 321 Structural Characterization
MSE 380 Materials Properties Laboratory
MSE 381 Material Analysis Laboratory
MSE 410 Electrical Properties of Materials
MSE 415 Materials Processing
MSE 422 Advanced Transmission Electron Microscopy
MSE 428 Interfaces and Dislocation Behavior
MSE 461 Microelectronic Packaging Materials
MSE 477 Biomaterials
MSE 488 Environmental Degradation of Materials
MSE 498 Materials Science and Engineering Seminar
PHYS 309, 309L Introductory Quantum Physics & Lab
PHYS 415 Solid State Physics
PHYS 423 Physical Methods of Materials Characterization
9
Total
MSE 245 INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS SCIENCE AND
ENGINEERING (3-0-3)(F,S)(DLN). Application of basic principles of
physics and chemistry to the engineering properties of materials. Development
of a fundamental understanding of structure, property, processing and
performance relationships in all classes of materials including metals, ceramics,
polymers and electronic materials. PREREQ: CHEM 111 and MATH 170.
MSE 245L INTRODUCTION TO MATERIALS SCIENCE AND
ENGINEERING LAB (0-2-1)(F,S). Practical experience in testing and
processing of engineering materials, data acquisition, data analysis, and
technical communication. COREQ: MSE 245.
MSE 246 MATERIALS FOR SOCIETY (3-0-3)(S)(CID). Applies concepts
of structure, processing, properties, and performance to case studies of
materials. Emphasis on the development and societal impact of these materials,
and communicating that information. PREREQ: ENGL 102 and MSE 245.
This emphasis also needs to complete ED-CIFS 201, STEM-ED 210
and STEM-ED 220.
Course Number and Title
MSE 150 COMPUTATIONAL TOOLS FOR MATERIALS SCIENCE
(3-0-3)(F/S). Hands-on experience solving problems using computers,
identifying problems amenable to computation, and a survey of common tools
for managing and manipulating code relevant to Materials Science and
Engineering field. PRE/COREQ: MATH 170.
MSE 280 INTRO TO MATERIALS LAB PRACTICE (0-2-1)(F/S).
Introduction to laboratory practices including safety, record keeping, error
calculation, and ethical practice. Techniques and tools used in materials science
practice with emphasis on processing techniques. PRE/COREQ: MSE 150,
MSE 245.
Upper Division
MSE 305 STRUCTURE OF MATERIALS (3-0-3)(F). Unit cells and lattices, 2D
symmetry, 3D symmetry, and crystal structures. Tensor properties. Bonding
potential and relationship to crystal structure. Point defects, diffusion, line defects,
surface structure, interfaces and microstructure. PREREQ: MATH 333 and MSE
245.
MSE 308 THERMODYNAMICS OF MATERIALS (3-0-3)(F). Basic
thermodynamics principles including energy, entropy, and free energy.
Equilibrium states, phases and phase transitions of various materials systems.
PREREQ: MSE 245 and CHEM 112 or ENGR 320 or ME 302. PRE/
COREQ: MATH 333.
MSE 312 MECHANICAL BEHAVIOR OF MATERIALS (3-0-3)(S). Elastic
and plastic deformation and fracture in engineering materials, including
dislocation theory, alloy hardening and creep deformation, fracture mechanisms,
fracture mechanics, toughening of metals, ceramics, and composites,
environmentally assisted failure. PREREQ: ENGR 210 and MSE 245.
MSE 318 PHASE TRANSFORMATIONS AND KINETICS (3-0-3)(S).
Transport processes and kinetics in materials systems including diffusion, phase
transformations, nucleation and growth, gas-solid and liquid-solid reactions,
and electrochemical kinetics. PREREQ: MSE 246 and MSE 308 and MATH
333.
MSE 321 STRUCTURAL CHARACTERIZATION (3-0-3)(S). The theory
and practice of x-ray diffraction and analytical electron microscopy; the
principles of modern diffractometers and electron-beam instruments, both
scanning and transmission, including electron optics, imaging modes, the
interaction of electrons and x-rays with matter, diffraction theory, contrast
mechanisms, and basic techniques for determining chemical composition,
crystal structure, orientation, and defects in crystals. PREREQ: MSE 246.
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MSE 380 MATERIAL PROPERTIES LABORATORY (2-3-3)(F). Use of
characterization techniques for determining the properties of materials,
including microstructural, physical, thermodynamic, mechanical, electrical,
optical, magnetic, and thermal properties. Emphasis on understanding the
significance of, and being able to present, these measurements. PREREQ: MSE
246 and MSE 280. PRE/COREQ: MSE 308.
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