PHYS 262Phase Transformations in Materials
Teaches basic concepts of thermodynamics and kinetics of phase transformations in materials. Students develop an understanding of binary and ternary phase diagrams and learn theories on nucleation and growth, diffusion, and solidification in materials.
Enrollment is restricted to graduate students in physics, materials science and engineering, and chemistry and biochemistry programs.
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When it runs
Spring 2026Open Spring 2026
| Section | Type | When | Where | Instructor | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Lecture | Tue Thu 9:50am–11:25am | ISB 231 | A. Yan | Open 7/10 |
Who teaches it
| Instructor | Rating | Difficulty | Would take again | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aiming Yan | 4.7 / 5 | 3.0 / 5 | 89% | 9 |
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