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ENGS 3 - Materials: The Substance of Civilization
Description
With the exception of ideas and emotions, materials are the substance of civilization. From the "Iceman's" copper ax to indium phosphide gallium arsenide semiconductor lasers, materials have always defined our world. We even name our epochs of time based on the dominant material of the age: Stone Age, Bronze Age, Iron Age and now Silicon Age. In addition to discussing the nature and processing of metals, polymers, ceramics, glass and electronic materials, this course will analyze the dramatic developments in civilization directly resulting from advances in such materials. The text Stephen Sass' The Substance of Civilization will be used in the course. Enrollment is limited to 50 students per section.Distribution Code
TASOffered
Term: Winter 2022
Time: Cancelled
Location: –
Instructors:
Eric S. Bish
Term: Winter 2024
Time: 2A
Location: –
Instructors:
Eric S. Bish
Ronald C. Lasky