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
Course Description
The main purpose of this course is to study the relationship between the structures and properties of materials. Review of interatomic and intermolecular 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 last part of the course includes discussions on the 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
- 01 Define the basic concepts related to formation and internal structures of materials
- 02 Relate the mechanical properties of materials with their internal structure
- 03 Evaluate the material behavior under load (concepts of force, stress, deformation and strain)
- 04 Analyze the effects of crystal defects on material properties
- 05 Differentiate the ductility, brittleness, toughness, resilience and hardness of materials
- 06 Recognize the fracture mechanism of material and fatique and creep behaviour
- 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
- 01 William D. Callister, Jr., & David G. Rethwisch, Materials Science and Engineering, 8th. SI Edition, 2011, Wiley, ISBN: 9780470419977
- 02 William F. Smith, Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering, 2nd Edition 1993, McGRAWHill, Inc., ISBN: 0071128433
- 03 Materials for Engineers and Technicians, Raymond A. Higgins, ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-6850-7, ISBN-10: 0-7506-6850-4
Learning Outcomes
- L01 Define the basic concepts related to formation and internal structures of materials SOLO 0
- L02 Relate the mechanical properties of materials with their internal structure SOLO 0
- L03 Evaluate the material behavior under load (concepts of force, stress, deformation and strain) SOLO 0
- L04 Analyze the effects of crystal defects on material properties SOLO 0
- L05 Differentiate the ductility, brittleness, toughness, resilience and hardness of materials SOLO 0
- L06 Recognize the fracture mechanism of material and fatique and creep behaviour SOLO 0
- L07 Differentiate the elastic, plastic and viscous behavior SOLO 0
Program Outcomes
- P01 Knowledge of mathematics, natural sciences, basic engineering, computer-based computation, and topics specific to the relevant engineering discipline.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- P06 Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- P10 Ability to conduct literature research and use appropriate research methods for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
- P11 Ability to design experiments for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
- P12 Ability to conduct experiments, collect data, analyse results, and interpret findings for the investigation of complex engineering problems.
- 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).
- P14 Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions within the framework of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- P15 Knowledge of ethical responsibility and adherence to the principles of professional engineering conduct.
- P16 Awareness of acting impartially without discrimination in any matter and of being inclusive of diversity.
- P17 Ability to work effectively as an individual.
- P18 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in intra-disciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
- P19 Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote, or hybrid).
- 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).
- 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).
- P22 Knowledge of professional practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis.
- P23 Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
- P24 Ability for independent and lifelong learning.
- P25 Ability to adapt to new and emerging technologies.
- P26 Lifelong learning ability that includes the capacity to think critically about technological changes.
Po-Lo Matrix
| LO | P01 | P02 | P03 | P04 | P05 | P06 | P07 | P08 | P09 | P10 | P11 | P12 | P13 | P14 | P15 | P16 | P17 | P18 | P19 | P20 | P21 | P22 | P23 | P24 | P25 | P26 | Average |
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| L01 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L02 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L03 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L04 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L05 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L06 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| L07 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |