The Chemistry/Materials Science major is designed for students who are interested in chemistry with an emphasis on material properties and provides students the opportunity to gain expertise in both chemistry and the science and engineering in materials such as semiconductors, photonic materials, polymers, biomaterials, ceramics, and nano-scale structures. Students explore the reactivity of such materials in different environments and gain an understanding of how chemical compositions affect properties. The major provides appropriate preparation for graduate studies in many fields emphasizing interdisciplinary research, including chemistry, engineering, and applied science.
 

Mga Resulta ng Pagkatuto

1. Understanding of the foundations of materials chemistry including nanoscience, materials synthesis, and materials processing

2. Understanding of different methods for materials characterization, measurement of materials properties, and general structure/function relationships

3. Familiarity with laboratory methods for materials chemistry and practical laboratory experience with such methods, including X-ray diffraction, optical absorption and fluorescence spectroscopies, electrical measurements, and electron and scanning probe microscopies

4. Understanding of basic operational principles for a broad range of practical devices (e.g., LEDs, photovoltaics, electrochromic, etc.) from a fundamental materials perspective

5. Safely and effectively work in a materials laboratory setting

6. Knowledge of how to handle chemicals safely following OSHA-approved regulations and procedures

7. Knowledge of how to use information resources to search and access safety databases

8. Use of computers, including data acquisition and software tools for calculating and understanding materials properties

9. Demonstrated broad mastery of materials chemistry including critical thinking, problem-solving, and working effectively in diverse groups

10. Communication of knowledge through written reports and oral presentations