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MATERIALS SCIENCE

Course
CVLE224 - MATERIALS SCIENCE
Department
Civil Engineering - English - Undergraduate
Course Type
Course
Status
Required
Language
English
Credit
4
ECTS
6
T+P+L
4 + 0 + 1
Course Coordinator(s)
Asst. Prof. Dr. Saeid KAMKAR
Prerequisite
-
Keywords

Course Description

The main purpose of this course is to study the relationship that exist between the structures and properties of materials. Review of inter-atomic and inter-molecular forces and bonds, crystal structure, crystallographic directions and planes, amorphous structure, x-ray diffraction techniques, microscopic techniques, and various types of structural imperfections are discussed. Concepts of force, stress, deformation and strain. Mechanical properties of materials: Elasticity, plasticity, viscosity, introduction to the logical concepts. Properties related to strength: Stress-strain curves, true stress and true strain, ductility, brittleness, toughness, resilience and hardness are studied. The course is ended with a discussion about fracture mechanism, fatigue and creep.

MATERIALS SCIENCE

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Item Type Weight (%)
MIDTERM Midterm 30
QUIZ Quiz 15
FINAL Final 40
LABRATORY Project 15
Total 100

Course outcomes

  1. 01 Define the basic concepts related to formation and internal structures of materials
  2. 02 Relate the mechanical properties of materials with their internal structure
  3. 03 Evaluate the material behavior under load (concepts of force, stress, deformation and strain)
  4. 04 Analyze the effects of crystal defects on material properties
  5. 05 Differentiate the ductility, brittleness, toughness, resilience and hardness of materials
  6. 06 Recognize the fracture mechanism of material and fatique and creep behaviour
  7. 07 Differentiate the elastic, plastic and viscous behavior

Course Syllabus

Week Topic
Week 1 Introduction to Material Science
Week 2 Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding
Week 3 Crystal Structures
Week 4 Crystal Geometry
Week 5 Crystalline and Nanocrystalline Materials
Week 6 Crystalline and Nanocrystalline Materials
Week 7 Structural Imperfections and Atom Movements
Week 8 MIDTERM EXAM WEEK
Week 9 MIDTERM EXAM WEEK
Week 10 Concepts of Stress, Strain and Elastic Deformation
Week 11 Plastic Deformation
Week 12 Mechanical Properties of Materials
Week 13 Fundamentals of Fracture Mechanism
Week 14 Fatigue and Creep
Week 15 Final Exam Week

Reference Books & Course Materials

  1. 01 William D. Callister, Jr., & David G. Rethwisch, Materials Science and Engineering, 8th. SI Edition, 2011, Wiley, ISBN: 978­0­470­41997­7
  2. 02 William F. Smith, Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering, 2nd Edition 1993, McGRAW­Hill, Inc., ISBN: 0­07­112843­3
  3. 03 Materials for Engineers and Technicians, Raymond A. Higgins, ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-6850-7, ISBN-10: 0-7506-6850-4

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes

  1. P01 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
  2. P02 Ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline to the solution of complex engineering problems.
  3. P03 Ability to define complex engineering problems by using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) related to the problem addressed.
  4. P04 Ability to formulate complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
  5. P05 Ability to analyse and solve complex engineering problems using knowledge of basic sciences, mathematics, and engineering, while considering the relevant United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) associated with the problem addressed.
  6. P06 Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
  7. P07 Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices, or products in a way that meets present and future needs while considering realistic constraints and conditions.
  8. P08 Ability to select and use appropriate techniques and resources—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
  9. P09 Ability to select and use modern engineering and computational tools—including estimation and modelling—for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while being aware of their limitations.
  10. P10 Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
  11. P11 Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
  12. P12 Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
  13. P13 Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, the economy, sustainability, and the environment within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  14. P14 Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  15. P15 Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
  16. P16 Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
  17. P17 Ability to work effectively as an individual.
  18. P18 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
  19. P19 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
  20. P20 Ability to communicate effectively in spoken form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
  21. P21 Ability to communicate effectively in written form on technical matters, taking into account the diverse characteristics of the target audience (such as education, language, and profession).
  22. P22 Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
  23. P23 Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
  24. P24 Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
  25. P25 Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
  26. P26 Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.

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