CH E 428 - Fundamentals of Soft Materials

(3 units)

Prerequisite(s): CH E 220 and CH E 320, all with a grade of “C” or better.
Dive into soft materials, studying their deformable nature and weak intermolecular interactions. Explore key concepts and emerging applications, from soft robotics to flexible electronics and energy production. Topics include polymers, colloids, surfactants, gels, and biomaterials, alongside characterization and fabrication techniques.

Letter grade only (A-F). Not repeatable for credit.