Teaching

Prof. Shoemaker is typically assigned to one of these courses, although others are possible (MSE 308, 406, etc.)

MSE 403: Synthesis of Materials
9:30-10:50 Tuesday/Thursday
A survey of synthetic techniques and mechanisms with an emphasis on the chemistry of compound formation.
Textbook: Synthesis of Inorganic Materials, 3rd Edition, U. Schubert and N. Husing. [link]
Course materials on Canvas.
ICES Rated as Exceptional

 

MSE 405: Microstructure Characterization
1:00-1:50 Monday/Wednesday + Lab
Materials characterization using optical and electron microscopy, diffraction, and spectroscopy.
Textbook: Materials Characterization, Y. Leng [link]
Course materials on Canvas.
ICES Rated as Excellent

 

MSE 489: Materials Selection for Sustainability
2:00-3:20 Tuesday/Thursday
Materials selection and design to optimize cost, environmental footprint, and sustainability. Performance metrics, societal implications, policy, economics, and effective persuasion.
Textbook: Materials and the Environment, 3rd Edition by M. F. Ashby [link]
Course materials on Canvas.
ICES Rated as Excellent