Glass Science

MTLE-4030

Glasses are used in optical communications (optical fibers), electronics (insulator), and nuclear waste processing in addition to conventional use as windows, light bulbs, and containers. Subjects covered include: Formation and structure of inorganic glasses. The relationship between properties and cooling rate. Viscosity and structural relaxation. Phase separation and crystallization. Ionic diffusion and electrical properties. Mechanical strength and fatigue. Glass surface and chemical durability. Optical properties.

3 credits
Prereqs:
none

Past Term Data

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2023
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 10/20
2022
2021
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 9/35
2020
2019
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 9/35
2018
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 11/35
2017
2016
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 20/35
2015
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 28/35
2014
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 16/35
2013
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 22/35
2012
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 19/31
2011
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 22/35
2010
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 33/35
2009
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 19/28
2008
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 21/35
2007
Intro To Glass Science (3c)
  • Minoru Tomozawa
Seats Taken: 8/25