The fundamentals of crystalline and non-‎crystalline states. The periodide trends, primary ‎and secondary bonding types. The principles of structure common to all ‎materials. Symmetry theory, structures of ceramic, metallic, and polymeric ‎materials. Different types of ‎defects. Modeling and ‎visualization of three-dimensional structures using Crystal ‎Maker software.

Pre-requisites: MSE201 Or ME216