Professor Jiye Fang

Course Code	Semester	Credit	Description	Prerequisite	Title

Chem411	Fall 2020; Fall 2022	4	An introduction to techniques used for the characterization of inorganic solid-state materials. Examples of topics include X-ray and synchrotron-based techniques, various spectroscopies, solid-state NMR, quantum dot and thermoelectric measurement, atomic-scale microscopies, surface and electrochemical analysis, and photovoltaic performance evaluation. The course consists of one complete instructional module for each technique. Student evaluation will be based on a final examination, quizzes, homework assignments, and related assessments. This course is taught concurrently as CHEM 411/CHEM 511/MSE 511. The final examination includes partially different questions for the 411- and 511-level sections.	Junior standing with comprehensive knowledge of chemistry and/or materials science.	Techniques for Studying Solids
Chem511 MSE511		4
Chem484E	Fall 2021; Fall 2023; Fall 2024	4	Cutting-edge materials relevant to energy conversion, storage, and sustainable energy generation are presented in this course. Topics covered include materials preparation techniques, crystal structures, fundamental reaction mechanisms, typical applications, and current challenges. Selected case studies in emerging areas such as thermoelectric materials, fuel cell catalysts, components of Li-ion batteries, and advancements in solar cell technology are explored. Designed as an introductory course for majors in Chemistry, Materials Science, Applied Physics, and Engineering, the course is offered concurrently as Chem 484E and Chem 581E (or MSE 581), each tailored to different levels of proficiency and assessment.	Students with comprehensive knowledge of one or more years in Chemistry, and/or materials, and/or Physics.	Energy Materials
Chem581E MSE581		4
Chem444	Spring 2021; Spring 2022; Spring 2023; Spring 2024; Spring 2025; Spring 2026	4	Introduction to modern solid state and materials chemistry. Crystal structures and structural analyses; bonding in solids; major characterization techniques; preparative methods; basic introduction of transport properties; optical, magnetic and dielectric properties are discussed. This course is taught simultaneously as Chem 444 and Chem 544 with different levels of practice and test. Format: two lectures per week, including in-class, on-line and self-study materials. Evaluation: two exams plus homework and quizzes.	Comprehensive knowledge of one or more years in Chemistry and / or Materials Science & Engineering, with a completion of Chem 107/8 or 111.	Chemistry of Solids
Chem544		4

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