Course Catalog - 2013-2014

     

CEVE 538 - COMPUTATIONAL NANOSCIENCE

Long Title: COMPUATIONAL NANOSCIENCE FOR GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
Department: Civil & Environmental Engr
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Credit Hours: 3
Description: Computational methods such as first principles, kinetic Monte Carlo (KMC), classical MC (in Canonical, Grand Canonical, and isobaric-isothermal ensembles), and classic MD in predicting materials formation and properties. Case studies include cementitious materials, metals, and thermoelectric materials. Other case studies are possible depending on the student's background and instructor's approval. Cross-list: MSCI 538.