Materials Science
2015-2016
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TEK2091
- 10 ECTS
Expected learning outcomes
Knowledge
The student should:
- Have broad knowledgeabout basic materials science, especially about metals and in general forother design materials.
- Have knowledge abouthow to choose the right materialsin design.
- Have knowledge abouthow to update their knowledgein the field.
- Have general knowledgeof the subject's history.
Skills
The student should:
- be able to reflecton their own professional practice and adjust this undersupervision.
- be able to locate,assess and refer toinformation and subject matter thatcan be used in the problem.
General knowledge
The student should:
- carry out variousproblems in the subject as a participant in agroup.
- propose andexchange views and experiences of an issue for aproject within the course themes, and in a group implement the project throughout the semester with guidance.
- be able to communicate subject matter and the project results orally (by agreement) and in writing.
Topic(s)
- Atomic structure, arrangement, and movement
- Controlling the microstructure and mechanical properties of materials
- Design materials (Steel, Light metals, Ceramics, Polymers, wood and Composites)
- Processing and surface treatment examples
- Materials selection in design
Teaching Methods
Group works
Exercises
Project work
Tutoring
Teaching Methods (additional text)
Lectures on Campus
Lab. exercises/demonstrations on Campus
Oral presentation by agreement
Online learning
Form(s) of Assessment
Written exam, 3 hours
Evaluation of Project(s)
Form(s) of Assessment (additional text)
- Written exam, 3 hours (counts 60 %)
- Assessment of one project (counts 40 %)
- Each of the parts must be passed separately.
Grading Scale
Alphabetical Scale, A(best) – F (fail)
External/internal examiner
Internal examiner.
Re-sit examination
Re-sit August 2016 for the written exam.
Project must be taken again at the next regular implementation.
Tillatte hjelpemidler
Code D: No printed or hand-written support material is allowed. A specific basic calculator is allowed.
Read more about permitted examination aids.
Coursework Requirements
- Students are responsible for establishing project groups and optionally contacting a manufacturing company.
- Status project underway.
Teaching Materials
Syllabus provided when the course starts.
Subject material found on the website: http://materialteknologi.hig.no/materiallaere.htm
Current support:
- Materiallære; Ørnulf Grøndalen; ISBN 9788276746211
- Essentials of Materials Science and Engineering; Donald R. Askeland and Pradeep P. Phule; ISBN 0-499-24442-2
- Fundamentals of Materials Science and Engineering, An Integrated Approach; William D. Callister Jr.; ISBN 978-0-471-47014-4
Replacement course for
MAS1131 - Materials Science