North Carolina State University at Raleigh · Courses
SMT
28 courses with the subject SMT, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
SMT 109Introduction to Sustainable Packaging ()3
The course is designed to familiarize students with the characteristics, production processes, and environmental impact of commonly used packaging materials such as biobased materials, metals, plastics, ceramics, and composites. It will provide an in-depth exploration of how the structure and mechanical properties of these materials relate to the technology used in their production and the transformation of these materials into functional packaging products. In addition to delving into the material properties, the course will also offer an introduction to life cycle analysis, smart manufacturing, sustainable packaging design, packaging testing, and Pulp and Paper, providing a comprehensive understanding of the entire packaging process. Restriction: Intended for SMT and PSE majors or with the permission of the instructor Typically offered in Spring only
SMT 202Anatomy and Properties of Renewable Materials (3
hours) Formation, cell morphology, cell wall, structure of softwoods, hardwoods, and other renewable materials; variability, naturally occurring defects, biological deterioration, and basic physical and mechanical properties of renewable materials in relation to products utilization. Techniques on hand lens and microscopic identification of renewable materials.
SMT 203Physical Properties of Sustainable Materials (4
hours) Basic concepts involving the interaction of sustainable materials with moisture, heat, and electricity. Concepts needed to perform calculations related to material balance, energy balance, mass transfer by diffusion, and heat transfer by conduction. Principles and application of basic techniques for characterizing the physical properties of materials and for drying of lumber. Typically offered in Fall only
Examples of the practical implementation of the value added processes within the wood products industry. Visits to wood products industries will be representative of the primary breakdown and secondary value added product operations that will expand and reinforce classroom instruction. Five days are spent visiting industries to provide an appreciation for the range of products and processes. The student is responsible for room and board; transportation and personal protective equipment are provided. P: SMT 240 Typically offered in Summer only
SMT 232Recycling to Create a Sustainable Environment (2
hours) The goal of this class is to link the impetus for recycling and recycled materials to the building of a sustainable world. Recycling efficiencies for various materials will be examined as well as recycling practices and attitudes in other parts of the world. This course will explore the technology, economics, markets, trade and social impacts due to the recycling of materials. Case studies will provide an in-depth examination of the problems and potentials for the recycling of selected recycled materials. The use of Life Cycle Analysis (LCA) to evaluate recycling alternatives will be introduced. The economic, policy, social and resource availability drivers for recycling will be examined as well as the technological, economic, market and social barriers to recycling. GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives Typically offered in Spring only
SMT 240Introduction to Wood Products Industries ()2
An introduction to wood products including the products and their characteristics produced by the primary and secondary wood products industries, pulp and paper industry, energy and chemical products produced from wood. P: SMT 202 or permission of the instructor Typically offered in Spring only
SMT 293Independent Study in Sustainable Materials &
Technology (1-6 credit hours) Independent Study for Sustainable Materials & Technology students at the freshman and sophomore level developed under the direction of a faculty member. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non- Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Fall and Summer
SMT 294Independent Study in Sustainable Materials &1-6
Technology (1-6 credit hours) Independent Study for Sustainable Materials & Technology students at the freshman and sophomore level developed under the direction of a faculty member. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non- Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Summer only
SMT 295Special Topics in Sustainable Materials and1-3
Technology (1-6 credit hours) Special Topics in Sustainable Materials & Technology at the 200 level for offering of courses on an experimental basis. Credits and content determined by the faculty in consultation with the department head and the director of undergraduate program. Typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer
Introduction of polymer science concepts (thermal transitions, molecular weight, viscoelasticity) to sustainable materials such as wood, cork, starch, silk, etc. Detailed instruction on the chemistry of sustainable materials including reactivity, decay, the chemical aspects of thermal treatments, the separation of sustainable materials into their individual components, the reactivity and modification of the individual components, and the conversion of sustainable materials into energy products. Typically offered in Spring only
Principles of the manufacturing processes used in the sustainable and renewable materials industries. Content includes primary and secondary manufacturing, theory of machining basics, and biomaterials-based composite fabrication. Field trips might require meeting outside of class time. Typically offered in Spring only Graduate Catalog 1503
This course covers the visual representation of objects intended for product development using 3D CAD software. Parametric solid modeling of parts and assemblies and creating orthographic views drawings using Solidworks, Rhinoceros and additional CAD software. This course is intended to visually enhance product development ideation. We will also study other forms of technology for ideation, for example, but not limited to 3D printing, 3D scanning, Laser Cutter/Engraver, and CNC machines. In this course, students will conduct research and produce solutions focusing on sustainability with 2D and 3D visual communication development. P: SMT 207 and SMT 217 Typically offered in Fall only
Principles of the manufacturing processes used in the wood products industries. Content includes primary and secondary manufacturing, theory of machining basics, and solid wood and wood-based composite fabrication. Field trips might require meeting outside of class time. SMT 202 and SMT 240 or permission of the instructor Typically offered in Fall only
In this course, students will explore the main concepts of industrial ecology for sustainable materials. Students will learn about environmental supply chain, manufacturing of products from sustainable materials such as wood and agricultural materials, and how we can learn from nature to close the manufacturing loop. To support the activities in these technical areas, students will also learn how to better manage time, how to work efficiently in teams, and how best to interact with their co-workers. GEP Interdisciplinary Perspectives Typically offered in Spring only
Introduction to the sources, fates, and analysis of common chemical pollutants from industrial sources. Content will focus predominantly on chemicals from industries related to the production and use of sustainable materials such as wood, bamboo, cork, silk, renewable plastics, etc. P: SMT 301 Typically offered in Spring only
Main concept and principles of Project Management (PM). Different tools utilized in project management will be covered. Relationship between project management and sustainability will be emphasized. With the concepts and tools learned in class, students will learn how to better manage their time, how to work efficiently in teams, and how best to interact with their superiors. Restriction: Junior or Senior Standing Typically offered in Spring only
SMT 346Sustainable Materials Business Marketing ()3
This course will examine the business and marketing approaches in the forest products industry from a theoretical as well as an applied perspective. Students will learn the importance of business processes and how products, price, distribution, and promotion plays a role in the purchase behavior of consumers. Students will analyze situations and cases to solve real and hypothetical business problems in the forest products industry. Typically offered in Spring only SMT 407/SMT 507 Sustainable Product Development Capstone (3 credit hours) This course will provide the students with a systematic approach to developing environmentally responsible products incorporating natural resources and biomaterials. Sustainable Product Development Capstone is an ever-changing review of past, present, and future issues that encompass our global environment with the premise of resolving them. This course will discuss sustainability issues and how we can change them and how to utilize natural resources and biomaterials for our product development. Lab sessions will be a project-based application of past knowledge from this and prior courses. Students are given a topic area to create and develop in a collaborative team environment a resolution to an issue with the expectation of producing a physical product by the end of the course: required additional coursework and assigned reading for SMT 507 level. Credit is not allowed for both SMT 407 and SMT 507. Typically offered in Fall only
SMT 441Mechanical Properties of Sustainable Materials (4
hours) Overview of statics. Concepts of stress and strain. Mechanical properties of elastic and viscoelastic materials. Application of elastic theory to axia loading and bending, orthotropic elasticity of lamina and laminates, buckling of columns. Principles and application of basic techniques for characterizing the mechanical properties of sustainable materials. Typically offered in Fall only
Manufacture, properties, and processing of lignocellulosic composites and polymers such as laminates, strandboard, particleboard, fiberboard, and nanocomposites. Principles and application of basic techniques for manufacture and testing of composites according to product and quality standards. Typically offered in Fall only
Theories, practice and case studies of sustainability and innovation in corporate settings. Content will include sustainability and environmental management, innovation, new business development and R&D, change management, corporate strategy and strategic alignment. Typically offered in Fall only
SMT 494Independent Study in Sustainable Materials &
Technology (1-6 credit hours) Independent Study for Sustainable Materials & Technology students at the advanced level developed under the direction of a faculty member. Individualized/Independent Study and Research courses require a "Course Agreement for Students Enrolled in Non-Standard Courses" be completed by the student and faculty member prior to registration by the department. Typically offered in Summer only l
