Provides a basic understanding of the laws of thermodynamics as they apply to different elements and compounds and their interactions in the solid, liquid, and gaseous forms as a function of various extensive and intensive variables. Analysis of the path to thermodynamic equilibrium or process kinetics is covered through studying reaction kinetics and the laws that govern mass transfer in solids and fluids. Mass transfer through membranes/cellular materials will also be covered. The course primarily covers thermodynamics and kinetics as they apply to the study of materials structure and synthesis. (Formerly ENG MN 529)