Learning Outcomes

Basics of Material Science

Structure and Imperfections of Crystals

Electrical and Mechanical Properties of Materials

Processing Materials

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will be introduced to Material Science. You will also get to understand atomic structure, crystal properties, imperfections in solids, and electrical and mechanical properties. Then, we will explore the techniques for fabricating, synthesizing, and processing materials. Lastly, we will delve into the materials beyond crystals.

Introduction to Material Science - Course Assessment

Explore the atomic structures and crystal properties of solid materials in this free online material science course.

Introduction to Material Science

Have you ever wondered what makes solid materials behave the way they do? This inorganic chemistry course answers all your questions. We go through the atomic structure, crystal properties, imperfections in solids and the electrical and mechanical behaviours of materials. We then explain how materials experience fabrication, synthesis and processing in fields like civil engineering. We also explore the intriguing world beyond inorganic crystals.

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