The molecular structure and morphologies of materials with a focus on soft materials. A foundation is provided for understanding the physical, chemical, and mechanical properties and behavior of materials. Production processes and applications are also examined.

Discussions and presentations on materials, processes and products. Students learn to interrelate knowledge from all forms of materials, their processing and applications. Outside speakers, faculty and student lectures will provide an overview of the continuity from course to course in the Materials and Textiles Programs.

A survey of tissue properties and tissue-materials interactions for materials students. The concept of biocompatibility will be explored. The functions of the clotting system, of macrophage action and of the immune system will be covered.

Various microscopic techniques in fiber identification and structure, composition of blends, physical, chemical, and biological conditions of fibers and yarns. Students are taught the principles of various microscopic and photomicroscopic techniques—scanning electron, optical, polarized light, atomic force, and so on—as well as introduced to the principles of image analysis.

Work experience at an elective level supervised for academic credit by a faculty member in an appropriate academic field. Conditions and hours to be arranged. Graded CR/NC. For specific procedures and regulations, see selection of catalogue on Other Learning Experiences.