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Materials Science
Sunday 18 July to Friday 23 July 2010
Cambridge University
Based in the Department of Materials Science and Metallurgy in the University of Cambridge, aimed primarily at teachers of chemistry or physics, this course provides an insight into the broad field of modern materials, spanning the physical sciences, and engineering and biomedical applications. It includes practical demonstrations and industrial visits. There is coverage of topics as diverse as aircraft materials, integrated circuits and drug delivery.
Sunday
Arrive and check in
Welcome and Overview
Dinner
Monday
a.m.
Materials Science Overview
Lecture - Phase Diagrams
Practical Phase Diagrams & Microstructures
p.m.
Hands-on Materials Software
Tuesday
a.m.
Lecture - Aircraft Materials
Practical Mechanical Properties
p.m.
Visit to Duxford Air Museum
Wednesday
a.m.
Lecture Physics of Materials
Practical Physics of Materials
p.m.
Visit
Lecture Educational Perspectives
Thursday
a.m.
Lecture Materials Chemistry & Corrosion
Practical Chemical Aspects
p.m.
Lecture Biomedical Materials
Evening
Gala Dinner: Goldsmiths' Hall, London
Friday
a.m.
Lecture Materials in Living Systems
Practical Biomaterials
Lunch optional
Departure
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