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Materials Science xMinor Capstone Exam
Complete the official MITx online minor credential program specializing in advanced materials science through comprehensive coursework and assessments.
Complete the official MITx online minor credential program specializing in advanced materials science through comprehensive coursework and assessments.
Validate your expertise in Materials for Electronic, Optical, and Magnetic Devices with this comprehensive capstone exam from MITx. This advanced-level assessment is the final step in earning the MITx xMinor credential, a certification program designed by MIT's Department of Materials Science and Engineering. The exam thoroughly tests your knowledge of the material covered in the three prerequisite courses: 3.012x, 3.024x, and 3.15x. Successfully passing this proctored examination demonstrates your college-level understanding of key concepts in materials science for electronic, optical, and magnetic applications.
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What you'll learn
Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of electronic materials and their properties
Apply principles of quantum mechanics to explain optical material behaviors
Analyze magnetic materials and their applications in modern devices
Synthesize knowledge of solid-state physics in materials science contexts
Evaluate the performance of various materials in electronic and optical devices
Apply advanced concepts in device physics to material selection and design
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Comprehensive proctored exam
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Module Description
This capstone exam is the culmination of the MITx xMinor in Materials for Electronic, Optical, and Magnetic Devices. It comprehensively assesses the knowledge and skills acquired through three rigorous undergraduate-level courses: 3.012x, 3.024x, and 3.15x. The exam covers advanced topics in materials science, including the principles of electronic, optical, and magnetic materials, their properties, and applications in modern devices. Participants will be tested on their understanding of solid-state physics, quantum mechanics, and device physics as they relate to materials science. This exam is designed to validate that students have achieved a college-level mastery of these complex subjects, preparing them for further academic pursuits or careers in materials science and engineering.
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Educational Innovation Leader Advancing Materials Science Learning
Jessica Sandland serves as Principal Lecturer in MIT's Department of Materials Science and Engineering, where she leads online learning initiatives and digital education innovation. After earning her PhD in electronic materials from MIT, she has established herself as a pioneer in materials science education through developing massive open online courses (MOOCs) and blended learning experiences. Her work includes overseeing numerous DMSE online courses, including Innovation and Commercialization, Mechanical Behavior of Materials, and Electronic, Optical and Magnetic Properties of Materials. As co-founder of the MICRO program and senior member of Open Learning's Digital Learning Laboratory, her research on peer review in online courses and use of humor in MOOCs has earned multiple honors, including Best Paper awards at IEEE LWMOOCs Conference and the 2019 MITx Prize for Teaching and Learning in MOOCs. Through her innovative approach to digital education and course development, she continues to advance materials science education while making technical knowledge more accessible to learners worldwide.
Materials Science Pioneer Advancing Nanoscale Innovation
Silvija Gradečak serves as Associate Professor of Materials Science and Engineering at MIT, where she leads the Gradecak Research Group focusing on nanoscale materials and devices. Her groundbreaking research includes developing novel approaches to quantum dot solar cells, ZnO nanowire arrays, and graphene-based hybrid solar technologies. As a principal investigator, she directs both US-based and international research teams, with laboratory presence at MIT's Cambridge campus and Singapore's CREATE facility. Through her work on transparent, flexible solar cells and innovative nanomaterial applications, she continues to advance the field of sustainable energy technology while mentoring the next generation of materials scientists.
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