Surface Science

Host University

University of Virginia

Semester

Spring 2023

Credits

3

Discipline

Materials Science and Engineering

Instructor

Petra Reinke

Course Information

Analyzes the structure and thermodynamics of surfaces, with particular emphasis on the factors controlling chemical reactivity of surfaces; adsorption, catalysis, oxidation, and corrosion are considered from both theoretical and experimental viewpoints. Modern surface analytical techniques, such as Auger, ESCA, and SIMS are considered. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.