This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and applications of materials science and engineering. Drawing on the framework of William D. Callister’s Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction, it covers the relationships between the structure, properties, processing, and performance of materials.

Key topics include:

• Atomic structure and bonding – Understanding how atomic arrangements influence material behavior.

• Crystal structures and defects – Exploring unit cells, crystallography, and imperfections in solids.

• Mechanical properties – Stress-strain behavior, hardness, toughness, and failure mechanisms.

• Phase diagrams and transformations – Fundamentals of equilibrium and nonequilibrium phase changes.

• Diffusion in solids – Mechanisms and their role in materials processing.

• Electrical, thermal, and optical properties – Linking structure to functional performance.

• Classes of materials – Metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and advanced materials.

• Materials selection and design – Applying property charts and trade-off analysis in engineering applications.

By the end of the course, students will be able to relate microstructural features to macroscopic properties, select appropriate materials for engineering designs, and appreciate the role of materials science in technological innovation.