Engineering Materials
Syllabus, Bachelor's level, 1TM143
- Code
- 1TM143
- Education cycle
- First cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Chemistry G2F, Technology G2F
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Faculty Board of Science and Technology, 3 February 2023
- Responsible department
- Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Entry requirements
60 credits in science/engineering including Materials chemistry.
Learning outcomes
After passing the course, the student must be able to:
- explain the atomic background to the modulus of elasticity and the influence of dislocations on plastic properties,
- explain the role of dislocations for different hardening mechanisms and calculate how their contribution to hardening,
- explain and categorize mechanisms of deformation, failure and fatigue in metallic, polymeric and ceramic materials,
- explain the influence of deformation rate and temperature on mechanical properties of polymeric and metallic materials,
- explain and calculate the effect of fiber reinforcement in metallic, polymeric and ceramic materials,
- describe and use the most common test methods for mechanical materials properties.
Content
In-depth comparisons between the different material classes; metallic, ceramic and polymeric materials as well as various types of composites. Relationship between the internal structure of the materials, from the nano level to the macro level, and the mechanical properties. Kinetics and dynamics of dislocations, elastic and plastic deformation, hardening mechanisms, crack initiation, fracture mechanics, fatigue and creep. Laboratory work containing extensive testing of various mechanical properties are included as important elements in the course.
Instruction
Lectures, problem-solving sessions, study visits and laboratory work.
Assessment
Written exam (4 credits). Laboratory work (1 credit).
Other regulations
Cannot be used in a degree together with 1TM663 Materials in Engineering Systems.
Reading list
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