Purpose S.J.T.U. Phase Transformation and Applications Thermodynamics is about developing a rigorous understanding of natural processes. Much of what you will learn about materials science will rely on your comprehension of thermodynamics. The basis of your future major courses SJTU Thermodynamics of Materials Spring 2006 ©X.J.Jin Lecture 1 First law IPhase Transformation and Applications S. J. T. U. SJTU Thermodynamics of Materials Spring 2006 © X. J. Jin Lecture 1 First law I Purpose Thermodynamics is about developing a rigorous understanding of natural processes. Much of what you will learn about materials science will rely on your comprehension of thermodynamics. The basis of your future major courses