Characterization of Materials

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The goal of this course is to instruct students on the theory behind the tools used to analyze materials and nanomaterials. Students will be introduced to various methods to characterize materials (including nanoscale materials) using these techniques: Electron Microscopy, Energy Dispersive X-ray Spectroscopy, X-ray Diffraction, X-ray Photoelectron Spectroscopy, physical property measurement systems, and others. At the end of the semester, the students will have a thorough understanding of the theoretical basis of characterization methods and will be able to select a suitable method for answering a specific question in material science research. A grade of C or better in CHEM 101 .