Master materials science fundamentals through phase diagrams analysis. Learn to predict microstructures and properties of metals.
Master materials science fundamentals through phase diagrams analysis. Learn to predict microstructures and properties of metals.
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What you'll learn
Analyze and interpret phase diagrams for materials characterization
Predict microstructure evolution in metals and alloys
Understand solubility limits and phase transformations
Apply eutectic phase diagram principles to real-world applications
Evaluate material properties based on compositional changes
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
1 Hours PreRecorded video
2 quizzes
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There are 5 modules in this course
This comprehensive course focuses on understanding phase diagrams and their crucial role in materials science. Students learn how to determine material states as functions of temperature and composition, with special emphasis on eutectic phase diagrams. The course covers solubility concepts, microstructure manipulation, and practical applications in metallurgy. Through detailed study of eutectic systems, students gain practical knowledge applicable to semiconductor industry and materials engineering.
Phase Diagrams I & II
Module 1 · 6 Minutes to complete
Diffusion and Its Mechanisms
Module 2 · 4 Hours to complete
Eutectic Phase Diagrams
Module 3 · 2 Hours to complete
Eutectic Microstructures
Module 4 · 2 Hours to complete
Microstructures and Properties
Module 5 · 5 Hours to complete
Fee Structure
Instructor
Leading Expert in Materials Science and Engineering at Arizona State University
Terry Alford is a distinguished Professor and Associate Director of the School for Engineering of Matter, Transport and Energy at Arizona State University. He earned his Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from Cornell University in 1991 and joined ASU's faculty in 1993. Professor Alford specializes in various aspects of materials science, including X-ray and electron diffraction, semiconductor processing, and the development of advanced materials for integrated circuits. His research focuses on critical topics such as silver and copper metallization, low-k dielectrics for future electronics, and the adhesion properties of sol-gel hydroxyapatite-metal systems for biomedical applications. In addition to his teaching responsibilities, he has contributed significantly to the academic community through numerous publications and research projects aimed at advancing materials characterization and processing techniques. His commitment to education and innovation positions him as a key figure in the field of materials science, helping to shape the future of engineering technologies.
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