MSE 3030

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MSE 3030
Thermodynamics of Condensed Systems

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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.

When Offered Fall.

Prerequisites/Corequisites Prerequisites: PHYS 1112, PHYS 2214 and MATH 2930 or permission by instructor.

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Syllabi: none

  •   Summer Special Session 2. 

  • 4 Credits Graded

  •  1578 MSE 3030   LEC 001

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  • This Summer Session class is offered by the School of Continuing Education and Summer Sessions. For details visit http://www.sce.cornell.edu/ss/courses/courses.php?v=1777.