Materials Science & Engineering (MSE)Engineering

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Course descriptions provided by the Courses of Study 2023-2024. Courses of Study 2023-2024 is scheduled to publish mid-June.

MSE 1140

New technologies are urgently needed to fulfill projected global energy requirements. Materials properties typically limit the performance that can be achieved in generation, transport, and utilization ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ENGRI 1140

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7756 MSE 1140   LEC 001

    • MWF Thurston Hall 203
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • van Dover, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    S/U grades are only allowed by permission of instructor.

MSE 1190

Biomaterials exist at the intersection of biology and engineering. This course explores natural structural materials in the human body, their properties and microstructure, and their synthetic ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ENGRI 1190

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18927 MSE 1190   LEC 001

    • WF Phillips Hall 213
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Donnelly, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 1700

No description available. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   FWS Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 20134 MSE 1700   SEM 101

    • MWF Upson Hall 152
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • van Dover, R

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
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MSE 2610

Examines the mechanical properties of materials (e.g., strength, stiffness, toughness, ductility) and their physical origins. Explores the relationship of the elastic, plastic, and fracture behavior to ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: ENGRD 2610

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  7227 MSE 2610   LEC 001

    • TR Bard Hall 140
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Singer, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7228 MSE 2610   LAB 401

    • M Upson Hall 146
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Singer, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7229 MSE 2610   LAB 402

    • M Upson Hall 146
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Singer, A

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7230 MSE 2610   LAB 403

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 2900

This course is intended for an individual student, or small group of students, to pursue a particular project, analytical investigation, or experimental investigation outside of regular courses. The course ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Graded

  • 15768 MSE 2900   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Umbach, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Students must get approval and coordinate number of credits with their research advisor prior to requesting an enrollment PIN.

MSE 2910

Supervised independent research project in association with faculty members and faculty research groups of the department. Students design experiments, set up the necessary equipment, and evaluate the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 15710 MSE 2910   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Students must contact instructor prior to requesting an enrollment PIN.

MSE 3010

Provides a molecular understanding of materials properties: introductory quantum chemistry, physical organic chemistry, crystal/ligand field theory, sol-gel chemistry, electrochemistry, and corrosion.  ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: MSE 5810

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7284 MSE 3010   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    MSE undergrads are required to enroll for letter grade only.

  •  7618 MSE 3010   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 19466 MSE 3010   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 3030

Introduces the three laws of thermodynamics as the fundamental basis for thermal and chemical equilibrium, coupled with statistical mechanical interpretations for entropy. Applies these principles to understand ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: MSE 5830

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7279 MSE 3030   LEC 001

    • MWF Thurston Hall 203
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    MSE undergrads are required to enroll for letter grade only.

  •  7280 MSE 3030   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Discussion section attendance is mandatory. This section is for undergraduates only. Students must enroll for the letter grade option only.

  • 19368 MSE 3030   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    This section is for graduate and professional students only. MEng students must enroll for the letter grade option only.

MSE 3110

Practical laboratory covering the characterization of materials, analysis of data, and presentation of results. Labs are based on concepts from the chemistry of materials (MSE 3010) and thermodynamics ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory.

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 19365 MSE 3110   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7166 MSE 3110   LAB 401

    • W Bard Hall 247
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Wagner, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7167 MSE 3110   LAB 402

    • F Bard Hall 247
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Wagner, K

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 3900

This course is intended for an individual student, or small group of students, to pursue a particular project, analytical investigation, or experimental investigation outside of regular courses. The course ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-3 Credits Graded

  • 15769 MSE 3900   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Umbach, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Students must get approval and coordinate number of credits with their research advisor prior to requesting an enrollment PIN.

MSE 3910

Supervised independent research project in association with faculty members and faculty research groups of the department. Students design experiments, set up the necessary equipment, and evaluate the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 15744 MSE 3910   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Students must contact instructor prior to requesting an enrollment PIN.

MSE 4020

Relationship between microscopic mechanisms and macroscopic mechanical behavior of engineering materials, how mechanical properties can be modified, and criteria for selection and use of materials in design. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: MAE 3120MSE 5820

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  7281 MSE 4020   LEC 001

    • TR Olin Hall 155
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Baker, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 4030

Experiential learning course in which students participate in eitber a faculty or industry led, semester-long, team research project. Teams of three or four students research a topic, define research questions, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture, one discussion, and one laboratory. Combined with: MSE 4050

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 18968 MSE 4030   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7906 MSE 4030   DIS 201

    • F
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Umbach, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  •  7168 MSE 4030   LAB 401

    • MF
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Umbach, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 4050

First semester of a two-semester thesis course involving research in faculty laboratories. Students work alongside faculty, postdocs, and graduate students to conduct original materials research over both ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one laboratory. Combined with: MSE 4030

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  7286 MSE 4050   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Year long course (fall and spring semesters).

  •  7907 MSE 4050   LAB 401

    • M
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Umbach, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 4510

How a material is made into its final form has great importance to its structure and therefore to its properties and performance. This course is aimed at giving students an understanding of the state-of-the-art ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: MAE 4240

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 11186 MSE 4510   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 4900

This course is intended for an individual student, or small group of students, to pursue a particular project, analytical investigation, or experimental investigation outside of regular courses. The course ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  • 15732 MSE 4900   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Umbach, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies
    Students must get approval and coordinate number of credits with their research advisor prior to requesting an enrollment PIN.

MSE 4910

Supervised independent research project in association with faculty members and faculty research groups of the department. Students design experiments, set up the necessary equipment, and evaluate the ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 15711 MSE 4910   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research
    Students must contact instructor prior to requesting an enrollment PIN.

MSE 4950

Gives credit to students who help in the laboratory portions of select MSE courses. The number of credits earned is determined by the teaching load and is typically 1-3. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-3 Credits Graded

  •  7288 MSE 4950   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Umbach, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

MSE 5005

Development of leadership skills and application to problem solving, forming and working on teams, project management, and networking. Development of graphical, verbal, and written communication skills. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Graded

  •  8061 MSE 5005   SEM 101

    • W Upson Hall 146
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Baker, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5010

Master of Engineering research project. Integration of technical, teamwork, and leadership skills to achieve a specific technical project goal defined by a project sponsor. MSE 5010 is for students who ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-4 Credits Graded

  • 13326 MSE 5010   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Baker, S

      Early, K

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

MSE 5011

Master of Engineering research project. Integration of technical, teamwork, and leadership skills to achieve a specific technical project goal defined by a project sponsor. MSE 5011 is for students who ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-12 Credits Graded

  • 16225 MSE 5011   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Baker, S

      Early, K

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

MSE 5070

This course emphasizes entrepreneurial driven technology designs (forward engineering) by integrating mechanical, chemical, and materials engineering through the understanding of early stage product development ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: CHEME 5730MAE 4351

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  7670 MSE 5070   LEC 001

    • TR Hollister Hall 372
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Callister, J

      Murtagh, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    ChemE Seniors must contact the instructor for permission to enroll.

  • 19275 MSE 5070   DIS 201

    • T Upson Hall 222
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Callister, J

      Murtagh, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    ChemE Seniors must contact the instructor for permission to enroll.

MSE 5210

Course provides a general introduction to this diverse field including synthetic and natural polymers for engineering applications. Covers structure, order, and dynamics integrating aspects of chemistry, ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18928 MSE 5210   LEC 001

    • MW Upson Hall 146
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Zhong, Y

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5230

An introduction to general aspects of (i) structure, (ii) order and (iii) dynamics of soft materials /biomaterials. Typical representative materials discussed include polymers, thermo- and lyotropic liquid ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18949 MSE 5230   LEC 001

    • TR Upson Hall 152
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Wiesner, U

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5320

Course develops a foundational understanding of the glassy state and nature of the glass transition. Introduces phenomenology, chemistry and structure of key oxide glass families, with an emphasis on silicate ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CHEME 5320

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  7798 MSE 5320   LEC 001

    • MW Bard Hall 140
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Murtagh, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5410

This course will give an introduction to modern nanofabrication technologies with emphasis on integrated circuits manufacturing. Thermal budget, scaling of geometry, pitch and registry and control of parametric ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ECE 4360

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 10825 MSE 5410   LEC 001

    • TR Bard Hall 140
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Xing, H

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5411

This course provides an introduction to nanofabrication technologies with emphasis on Si-based integrated circuits manufacturing as well as modern electronics based on GaN, 2D materials etc. The lab, primarily ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ECE 4361

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 10832 MSE 5411   LAB 401

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    A must-to-attend meeting for lab safety and policies is scheduled in the 1st week of classes, which can also be completed virtually prior to participating in the first Lab Module in the 2nd week.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ECE 4361

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 10833 MSE 5411   LAB 402

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    A must-to-attend meeting for lab safety and policies is scheduled in the 1st week of classes, which can also be completed virtually prior to participating in the first Lab Module in the 2nd week.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ECE 4361

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 10834 MSE 5411   LAB 403

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    A must-to-attend meeting for lab safety and policies is scheduled in the 1st week of classes, which can also be completed virtually prior to participating in the first Lab Module in the 2nd week.

Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: ECE 4361

  • 1 Credit Graded

  • 19132 MSE 5411   LAB 404

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Lab 404 reserved for MSE students only. Contact MSE undergrad coordinator for PIN.

MSE 5425

This course will introduce students to a wide range of nanomaterial synthesis methods, current nanotechnologies and their applications, and nanocharacterization techniques.  Students will learn both bottom-up ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  • 19046 MSE 5425   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5520

Additive Manufacturing (AM) is a rapid manufacturing technology capable of producing highly complex parts directly from a computer file. In this course, we provide a detailed overview of different AM processes. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: MAE 6450

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 19787 MSE 5520   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5730

Statistical analysis of experimental data and processes, and the design of experiments are increasingly critical in both research and industrial environments. The course will review the fundamentals of ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: CHEME 5740

  • 3 Credits Graded

  • 18951 MSE 5730   LEC 001

    • MW Hollister Hall 362
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Dshemuchadse, J

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5801

Course is intended for first year graduate students in MSE, or graduate students in other fields, needing a solid foundation in structural and electronic properties for advanced study/research in materials. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  8062 MSE 5801   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5810

Provides a molecular understanding of materials properties: introductory quantum chemistry, physical organic chemistry, crystal/ligand field theory, sol-gel chemistry, electrochemistry, and corrosion.  ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: MSE 3010

  • 3 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7285 MSE 5810   LEC 001

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    MSE undergrads and MEng students must enroll for letter grade only.

  •  7619 MSE 5810   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

  • 19467 MSE 5810   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5820

Relationship between microscopic mechanisms and macroscopic mechanical behavior of engineering materials, how mechanical properties can be modified, and criteria for selection and use of materials in design. ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Combined with: MAE 3120MSE 4020

  • 3 Credits Graded

  •  7283 MSE 5820   LEC 001

    • TR Olin Hall 155
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Baker, S

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 5830

Introduces the three laws of thermodynamics as the fundamental basis for thermal and chemical equilibrium, coupled with statistical mechanical interpretations for entropy.  Applies these principles to ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: MSE 3030

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  7235 MSE 5830   LEC 001

    • MWF Thurston Hall 203
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    MSE undergrads and MEng students must enroll for letter grade only.

  •  7236 MSE 5830   DIS 201

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Discussion section attendance is mandatory. This section is for undergraduates only. Students must enroll for the letter grade option only.

  • 19367 MSE 5830   DIS 202

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    This section is for graduate and professional students only. MEng students must enroll for the letter grade option only.

MSE 5998

Off-campus internship with industry in which a student gains knowledge and experience in the field of materials science. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1-2 Credits Sat/Unsat

  •  7653 MSE 5998   IND 601

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Watson, C

  • Instruction Mode: Independent Studies

MSE 6060

This course provides an advanced understanding of the atomic structure of materials and how this structure is determined (characterization methods). Descriptions of structure in crystals, liquid, and amorphous ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  • 18960 MSE 6060   LEC 001

    • MWF
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Watson, C

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 8000

Independent research in materials science under the guidance of a member of the staff. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 1-12 Credits Graded

  • 16226 MSE 8000   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Donnelly, E

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research

MSE 8005

A series of discussion-based workshops designed for 1st year Ph.D. students in Materials Science and Engineering. Topics include research culture and professional responsibilities of Ph.D. students; mechanics ... view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit Sat/Unsat

  •  8065 MSE 8005   SEM 101

    • W Olin Hall 145
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Donnelly, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

MSE 8010

Lectures by visiting scientists, Cornell staff members, and graduate students on subjects of interest in materials sciences, especially in connection with new research. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 0.5 Credits S/U NoAud

  •  7238 MSE 8010   SEM 101

    • R Kimball Hall B11
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Donnelly, E

  • Instruction Mode: In Person
    Enrollment limited to: MSE MS/PHD students only.

MSE 8020

Short presentations on research in progress by students and staff. view course details

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Syllabi: none
  •   Project Session Full. 

  • 2 Credits Graded

  • 16227 MSE 8020   RSC 701

    • TBA
    • Aug 21 - Dec 4, 2023
    • Donnelly, E

  • Instruction Mode: Directed Research