Introduction to the Chemistry of Materials-E2
| Numbering Code | U-LAS13 10039 LE60 | Year/Term | 2022 ・ Second semester |
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| Number of Credits | 2 | Course Type | Lecture |
| Target Year | Mainly 1st & 2nd year students | Target Student | For science students |
| Language | English | Day/Period | Mon.4 |
| Instructor name | MURDEY，Richard James (Institute for Chemical Research Senior Lecturer) | ||
| Outline and Purpose of the Course |
All our familiar objects - our cars, clothes, computers, and homes - are made out of materials. This course provides you with knowledge of the essential chemistry behind common materials like metals, polymers, and ceramics. The lectures cover key concepts in materials chemistry, including chemical bonding, crystal structures, and phase diagrams. You will learn to distinguish the physical properties of conductors, semiconductors, and insulators, and become familiar with the structure and synthesis of polymers and ceramics. The last part of the course introduces some important functional materials relevant to technology, including ferroelectrics, photonic crystals, and nanomaterials. The course is aimed at 1st and 2nd year students interested in learning about the chemistry of materials in English. 3rd and 4th year students are also welcome. Lectures are presented in English. Discussion is in English and Japanese. |
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| Course Goals | The course objective is to introduce students to the chemical and physical properties of materials and their applications in technology. | ||
| Schedule and Contents |
1. Classification of matter 2. Structure of solids 3. Metals 4. Alloys 5. Structure of polymers 6. Polymerization reactions 7. Applications of polymers 8. Dyes and paints 9. Glass 10. Construction materials 11. Semiconductors 12. Advanced materials I: Ferroelectrics 13. Advanced materials II: Photonic materials 14. Advanced materials III: Nanotechnology 15. [no class] 16. Feedback |
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| Evaluation Methods and Policy | Each lecture will introduce a short homework assignment related to the topic covered. These assignments count for 70% of the final grade. Attendance and class participation count for 30%. | ||
| Course Requirements | None | ||
| Study outside of Class (preparation and review) | Weekly assignments are given to reinforce the main ideas presented in the lectures. | ||
