MET E 5270 - Powder Metallurgy

Powder preparation, rapid-solidification processing principles, powder characterization, theory of compaction, sintering, full-density processing, powder metallurgy component design, compact characterization, application of powder metallurgy processing to structural, electrical, magnetic, and biomedical components. The laboratory sessions are a integral part of the course. Participation by students is mandatory. The credit hour for the laboratory portion is 1.0. Laboratory schedule and location will be determined during the semester.