MSE 5010 Synthesis of Functional Solids 3.0 Credits
Chemical and materials sciences have traditionally focused on understanding structure-property-performance relationships with the goal of predicting where the atoms should be placed to achieve a targeted property or process. Much less effort, however, has been directed toward a predictive science for synthesis – understanding how to get the atoms where they need to go to produce the desired structure. The course will provide an overview of the chemical methods used for the synthesis of inorganic functional materials and demonstrate how material properties change depending on the synthesis route. Content will be structured by the synthesis approach and practical material function.
Repeat Status: Not repeatable for credit