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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2026
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MSNE 406 002 (CRN: 25841)
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF SOLIDS
Long Title: PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF SOLIDS
Department: Materials Science & NanoEng
Instructor: Pirie, Harris
Meeting: 1:00PM - 1:50PM MWF (12-JAN-2026 - 24-APR-2026)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Prerequisites: MATH 211
Section Max Enrollment: 30
Section Enrolled: 12
Enrollment data as of: 25-NOV-2025 6:10AM
Final Exam: Scheduled Final Exam-OTR Room
Description: An introduction to band theory, exploring how the collective behavior of electrons determines the electrical, magnetic, and optical properties of materials. Required for materials science and engineering majors. Mutually Exclusive: Cannot register for MSNE 406 if student has credit for MSNE 506.