MSE 5830

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MSE 5830
Thermodynamics of Condensed Systems

Course information provided by the 2026-2027 Catalog.

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 the equilibrium behavior of matter, with a focus on condensed liquid and solid phases. Develops concepts of phase equilibria, phase diagrams, chemical reactions, solution behavior and electrochemistry. Includes an introduction to statistical mechanics and applications in ideal gas behavior, gas and crystal heat capacity, and electron Fermi-Dirac statistics. Applications and examples will be drawn from a range of sub-disciplines spanning metallurgy to polymers. Extended assignments and independent study of advanced concepts required.


Enrollment Priority Enrollment limited to: graduate students.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2025FA, 2024FA, 2023FA, 2022FA

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Syllabi: none

  •   Regular Academic Session.  Choose one lecture and one discussion. Combined with: MSE 3030

  • 4 Credits Stdnt Opt

  •  3671 MSE 5830   LEC 001

  •  
    • MWF
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    To be added to the waitlist, see https://pgcourse.infosci.cornell.edu/cgi-bin/waitlist3950.py.

  •  3672 MSE 5830   DIS 201

    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: undergraduates students. Students must enroll for letter grade.

    Department Consent Required (Add)

  •  3673 MSE 5830   DIS 202

  •  
    • F
    • Aug 24 - Dec 7, 2026

    • Thompson, M

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Enrollment limited to: graduate and professional students. Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) students must enroll for letter grade.