Spring 2027

Principles of Corrosion

Covers thermodynamics and kinetics of metallic corrosion, including susceptibility tests, electrochemical rate measurement, prevention, economics, high-temperature oxidation/sulphidation, and case histories.

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Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.50 GPA, 64.3% A/AB (n=14 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.43 GPA, 57.1% A/AB (n=7 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.78 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades).

What you’ll be able to do

  • Characterize various modes of corrosion

  • Investigate the societal impact of corrosion

  • Explore methods of corrosion prevention

  • Interpret the thermodynamic and electrochemical basis of corrosion

  • Analyze corrosion kinetics using Tafel equations

  • Explain principles of high temperature corrosion

  • Apply concepts of corrosion to specific technology sectors

Source: UW Guide 1 UW Guide 2

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Prerequisites

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M S & E 330, or graduate/professional standing, or member of Engineering Guest Students

    • MS&E 330
    • graduate/professional standing
    • member of Engineering Guest Students
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MS&E/NE 433

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  • Any of
    • MS&E 330
    • graduate/professional standing
    • member of Engineering Guest Students

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Recent recorded grades — Fall 2023: 3.50 GPA, 64.3% A/AB (n=14 letter grades); Fall 2024: 3.43 GPA, 57.1% A/AB (n=7 letter grades); Fall 2025: 3.78 GPA, 100.0% A/AB (n=9 letter grades).

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Topics

  • Thermodynamics and kinetics of metallic corrosion
  • Common forms of corrosion and susceptibility tests
  • Electrochemical measurement of corrosion rates
  • Corrosion prevention and economic considerations
  • High temperature oxidation and sulphidation
  • Corrosion case histories

Skills

  • Analyze corrosion kinetics using Tafel equations
  • Electrochemical measurement of corrosion rates
  • Explore methods of corrosion prevention

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