Fundamentals of Materials Science

Course Code:

MSN 102

Course Period:

Spring

Course Type:

Core

Credits:

3

Theoric:

3

Practice:

0

Laboratory Hour:

0

ECTS:

4

Course Language:

English

Course Coordinator:

Zahra Ranjbar Navazi

Courses given by:

Zahra Ranjbar Navazi

Course Objectives:

1. To improve students analytical thinking by focusing structure-property- process relations. 2.Learning basic materials science knowledge and based on this infrastructure recognizing the nowadays engineering materials and their basic production routes, understanding their microstructure and performance relations, selection and safety criteria and related engineering standards. 3.To encourage students to understand and experience disciplinary engineering in problem solving.

Course Content:

A general introduction to materials science an emphasizing the importance of materials science for materials engineering, basic classification of material, atomic structure and bonding, bond types, crystal and amorphous structures, miller indices, directions and planes in crystalline structures, imperfections and defects, pure metal, alloy, solid solution concepts, diffusion, mechanical properties of materials and control of microstructure and related engineering standards, introduction to phase diagrams and eutectic alloys, enhancing physical properties by various methods and heat treatments, materials production methods and nowadays engineering materials, engineering materials in the perspective of ferrous alloys, non-ferrous alloys, ceramic, polymer and composites and emphasizing important materials, research topics for future materials.

Course Methodology:

1: Lecture by instructor, 2: Lecture by instructor with class discussion, 3: Problem solving by instructor, 4: Use of simulations, 5: Problem solving assignment, 6: Reading assignment, 7: Laboratory work, 8: Term research paper, 9: Presentation by guest s

Course Evaluation Methods:

A: Written exam, B: Multiple-choice exam C: Take-home quiz, D: Experiment report, E: Homework, F: Project, G: Presentation by student, H: …

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Course Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes	Programme Learning Outcomes	Teaching Methods	Assessment Methods
1. Able to understand structure-property-process relations in materials.	1b,2b,4a	1,3,5	A, E
2. Able to classify engineering materials	1b,2b,4a	1	A, E
3. Able to describe atomic bonds, orders, crystallography and the effects of bonding in materials	4a	1,3,5	A, E
4. Able to describe basic materials properties and the effect of properties on materials	6a, 6b, 6c,7c,7d	1	A, E

Course Flow

COURSE CONTENT
Week	Topics	Study Materials
1	Introduction	Textbook / Ch1
2	Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding	Textbook /ChII
3	Structures of Metals and Ceramics	Textbook /ChIII
4	Structures of Metals and Ceramics	Textbook /ChIII
5	Polymer Structures	Textbook /ChIV
6	Imperfections in Solids	Textbook /ChV
7	Imperfections in Solids	Textbook /ChV
8	Midterm I	MTI
9	Diffusion	Textbook /Ch6
10	Diffusion	Textbook /Ch6
11	Mechanical Properties	Textbook /Ch7
12	Deformation and Strenghtening Mechanisms	Textbook /Ch8
13	Deformation and Strenghtening Mechanisms	Textbook /Ch8
14	Midterm II	MTII

Recommended Sources

RECOMMENDED SOURCES

Textbook

William D, Callister JR, David GR,”Fundamentals of Materials Sicence and Engineering” 5th ed. Wiley,2016

Additional Resources

Askeland, D.R., “The Science and Engineering of Materials”, Chapman & Hall,1993

Shackelford, “Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers”, McMilan, 1992.

Material Sharing

MATERIAL SHARING
Documents	Textbook and lecture notes
Assignments	Quizzes and Homeworks
Exams	Exams and solutions (excluding the Final Exam)

Assessment

ASSESSMENT
IN-TERM STUDIES	NUMBER	PERCENTAGE
Mid-Term	2	30
Class Performance	1	10
Final Exam	1	30
Total		100
CONTRIBUTION OF FINAL EXAMINATION TO OVERALL GRADE		30
CONTRIBUTION OF IN-TERM STUDIES TO OVERALL GRADE		70
Total		100

Course’s Contribution to Program

COURSE'S CONTRIBUTION TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES
No	Program Learning Outcomes	check √
1a	Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline,
1b	Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in these areas in complex engineering problems.
2a	Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems,	√
2b	Ability to select and apply proper analysis and modeling methods for this purpose.
3a	Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way as to meet the desired result,
3b	Ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose.
4a	Ability to devise, select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice.
4b	Ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5a	Ability to design experiments for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions,
5b	Ability to conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6a	Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary teams,
6b	Ability to work efficiently in multi-disciplinary teams,
6c	Ability to work individually.	√
7a	Ability to communicate effectively in Turkish, both orally and in writing,
7b	Knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language,
7c	Ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports,	√
7d	Ability to make effective presentations,
7e	Ability to give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8a	Recognition of the need for lifelong learning, ability to access information, ability to follow developments in science and technology,
8b	Ability to continue to educate him/herself.
9a	Consciousness to behave according to ethical principles and professional and ethical responsibility.
9b	Knowledge on standards used in engineering practice.
10a	Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, change management.
10b	Awareness in entrepreneurship and innovation.
10c	Knowledge about sustainable development.
11a	Knowledge about the global and social effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety,
11b	Knowledge about contemporary issues of the century reflected into the field of engineering.
11c	Awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

ECTS

ECTS ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD BY THE COURSE DESCRIPTION
Activities	Quantity	Duration (Hour)	Total Workload (Hour)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 15x Total course hours/week)	15	3	45
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice, review/week)	15	2	30
Homework	3	2	6
Midterm	1	6	6
Final	1	3	3
Total Work Load			90
Total Work Load / 25 (h)			3.75
ECTS Credit of the Course			4

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