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ME 5321 - Failure Analysis and Prevention

Credits: 3

A senior or graduate course in the evaluation of the failure of structural materials and components. Topics include site examination, macroscopic examination, optical microscopy, transmission electron and SEM interpretation, examination and interpretation of failure surfaces, failure modes, and causes of failure. Prerequisite: ME 3340 .


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