Nov 22, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2024-25

CHE 4410L - Materials Characterization Laboratory


Laboratory course for the study of microstructure and properties of steels. Hands-on experience in metallography, microscopy, heat treatment, hardness and tensile testing. Demonstration of impact test, hardenability test (Jominy bar), scanning electron microscopy and surface profilometer.

Requisites: ET 2300
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 6.0 laboratory
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
  • Students will be able to utilize typical lab techniques used for the characterization of steel microstructure, steel mechanical properties, impact of heat treatment, and impact of cold work.
  • Students will be able to effectively communicate concerning steel microstructure, mechanical properties, and heat treatments in oral and written form.
  • Students will be to conduct a comprehensive literature search on steel mechanical properties and applications.


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