Materials Science

To acquire knowledge and abilities of the basic principles, properties and applications of Materials. The subject is concerned as a general introduction to materials technology, which is further developed in more specific courses of ceramics, metallurgy and polymers.

I.- INTRODUCTION

Topic 1 - Introduction
1.1 - Materials and Civilization
1.2 - Materials and Engineering
1.3 - Structure, Properties, and Uses of Materials
1.4 - Types of Materials

II.- STRUCTURE AND PROPERTIES OF SOLID PHASES

Topic 2 - Atomic Order in Solids
2.1 - Crystals
2.2 - Symmetry
2.3 - Crystal Systems
2.4 - Polymorphism and Isomorphism
2.5 - X-ray Diffraction by Crystals
Topic 3 - Atomic Disorder in Solids
3.1 - Impurities in Solids
3.2 - Solid Solutions
3.3 - Crystal Imperfections and Defects
3.4 - Amorphous Materials
3.5 - Atomic Diffusion and Diffusion Processes
Topic 4 - Thermodynamics and Equilibria
4.1 - Introduction to Equilibria
4.2 - Thermodynamics of Phase Diagrams
4.3 - Single-Component Systems
4.4 - Binary Systems
4.5 - Ternary Systems

III.- PROPERTIES OF MATERIALS

Topic 5 - Mechanical Properties
5.1 - Introduction to Stress and Strain
5.2 - Testing and Stress-Strain Curves
5.2 - Elastic Deformation of Materials
5.3 - Plastic Deformation of Materials
5.4 - Hardness
Topic 6 - Electrical, Magnetic, and Optical Properties
6.1 - Metallic Conductivity
6.2 - Dielectric Properties
6.3 - Semiconductivity
6.4 - Superconductivity
6.5 - Magnetic Properties of Materials
6.6 - Piezoelectricity
6.7 - Optical Properties
Topic 7 - Corrosion and Material Degradation
7.1 - Corrosion of Metallic Materials
7.2 - Corrosion of Ceramic Materials
7.3 - Degradation of Polymers

IV.- TYPES OF MATERIALS

Topic 8 - Metals
8.1 - Metals and Alloys
8.2 - Processing of Metals
8.3 - One- and Two-Phase Alloys
8.4 - Elastic Deformations in Metals
8.5 - Plastic Deformations in Metals
8.6 - Recrystallization
8.7 - Properties of Polycrystalline Metals
8.8 - Steels and Cast Irons
8.9 - Fe-C Diagram
8.10 - Processing
8.11 - Properties
Topic 9 - Polymers
9.1 - Giant Molecules
9.2 - Linear Polymers
9.3 - Three-Dimensional Polymers
9.4 - Variations in Molecular Structures
9.5 - Glass Transition Temperature
9.6 - Molecular Crystals
9.7 - Deformation in Polymers
9.8 - Processing of Polymers
Topic 10 - Ceramics
10.1 - Ceramic Phases
10.2 - Types of Ceramic Compounds - Oxides, Silicates, and Non-Oxide Ceramics
10.3 - Fracture in Ceramics
10.4 - Processing of Ceramic Materials
10.5 - Advanced Ceramics
10.6 - Refractories
Topic 11 - Composite Materials
11.1 - Types of Composite Materials
11.2 - Reinforced Materials
11.3 - Reinforcement Mechanisms
11.4 - Multilayer Materials

V. MATERIALS SELECTION.
Topic 12. Materials Selection. Introduction.
12.1. Materials Design.
12.2. Bases of Materials Selection Process. Materials Selection Criteria.
12.3. Materials and Forms.
12.4. Materials and Processing.
12.5. Expert Systems.
12.6. Examples of Materials Selection.

Bibliografía básica:

-CALLISTER, William D. Jr., 2016. Ciencia e ingeniería de materiales. 2ª edición. Barcelona: Reverté. ISBN 9788429172515 (BUSC: A QM 9 H)
-MONTES, J. M., F. G. CUEVAS, J. CINTAS, 2014. Ciencia e ingeniería de los materiales. 1ª ed. Madrid: Paraninfo. ISBN 9788428330176 (BUSC: A QM 10 A)

Bibliografía complementaria:

-Van Vlack: Elements of Materials Science and Engineering. 6ª Ed. Pearson. ISBN 978-0201093148
-BOLTON, William. Engineering Materials and Technology. 2ª Edition. Elsevier. ISBN 9781483141077
-ASHBY, M.F., et al., 2009. Engineering Materials and Processes Desk Reference . Elsevier
-SAJA, J.A. de, M.A. RODRIGUEZ, M. L. RODRIGUEZ, 2005. Materiales. Estructura propiedades y aplicaciones. Madrid: Thomson
http://www.grantadesign.com/education/resources/students.htm
-GAUKLER, L. J., 2009. Ceramic Materials In Energy Systems. Techna Group .
-COURT, S. A., 2008. The mapping of Materials supply chains in the UK`spower generation sector. MATERIALS UK ENERGY REVIEW. NAMTEC-UK.
-FOSSHEIM, K., A. SUDBO, 2004. Superconductivity: Physics and Applications. Wiley
-SEEBE, Bernd, 1998. Handbook of Applied superconductivity .Bristol: Institute of Physics

After completing the course the student will acquire skills related with:

ACADEMIC

1. Basic knowledge to understand the nature, properties and characteristics of materials.
2. Understanding the relationship between nature-processing-properties of Materials.
3. Basic knowledge of different types of materials, processing, properties and applications.

GENERAL

The course will improve the students skills to identify the relations between theoretical and practice problems typical of Materials Science. The course also will improve the ability to work in groups and to make technical reports.


BASIC AND GENERAL

CG3 - Knowledge in basic and technological subjects, which enables the students to learn new methods and theories, and gives them the versatility to adapt to new situations.
CG4 - Ability to solve problems with initiative, decision-making, creativity, critical reasoning and to communicate and transmit knowledge, skills and abilities in the field of industrial chemical engineering

TRANSVERSAL

TC1 - Analysis and synthesis capacity
CT6 - Troubleshooting
CT8 - Teamwork
CT19 - Autonomous learning

SPECIFIC

CI3 - Knowledge of the fundamentals of materials science, technology and chemistry. Understanding the relationship between microstructure, synthesis or processing and material properties

The course is structured on the basis of 30 hours of theoretical classes and 15 hours of practical seminars. The theoretical classes will be given in the classroom with the support of projections and the practical classes in seminars.

The students will carry out a work (maximum three students) related to a ceramic, metallic, polymeric or composite material, which will include a summary of the nature, preparation and properties of the material, its uses and its market. Competences: CG3, CG4, CT1, CT6, CT8, CT19 y CI3. The work will be delivered through the Learning Management System (LMS).


A complementary activity will be a visit to a factory where ceramic, polymeric, metal or composite materials are manufactured/processed.

The assessment will be done through:

a) Written theoretical and practical test at the end of the term based on four or five short theoretical questions and two problems.

b) Qualification of the evaluating the work made during the course.

c) Continuous assessment in courses, seminars and visits to factories.


A mixed evaluation will be used, based on:
a) Grade obtained by the student in a final exam, consisting of one or two problems and four or five short questions. Grade: 70%. All problems and questions must be answered to a greater or lesser extent. In order to pass the exam, no problem or question must be left blank.
b) Grade obtained in the evaluation of the work done during the course (10%).
c) Continuous evaluation in seminars and theoretical classes (20%).

The qualification obtained in the points b and c above, can be kept for the second opportunity and will count with the exam mark for the final qualification.

The evaluation system for repeaters will be the same as that applied to non-repeaters.

In order to be evaluated, it is necessary to attend at least 50 % of the seminars, do the required work and take the final exam. This is the case both for passing the subject in the ordinary call and for recuperation

In the seminars, problems and case studies related to the contents of the subject will be presented, which are fundamental for a clear understanding and learning of the contents of the subject. Therefore it is mandatory to attend the seminars

Evaluation of competence Theoretical classes Tutorials Seminars Workshops Examination

CG3 :........................................X................X................X......................X

CG4..........................................X................X................X......................X

CT1..............................................................................X......................X..........X

CT6..............................................................................X..................................X

CT8..............................................................................X.......................X

CT19............................................................................X.......................X..........X

CI3...........................................X................X................X.......................X..........X



Qualification system % Minimum required

Seminars and lectures........ 20 Face-to-face

Work................................ 10 Learning Management System (LMS)

Exam................................ 70 Classroom 4.0

In the case of fraudulent exercises or tests, the provisions of the Regulations on the Evaluation of Students' Academic Performance and the Review of Grades shall apply.

Total student work time is estimated at around 112 hours, distributed as follows:


Attendance hours: 44
Hours of student work: 68.5

Related to the subject matter:

- Knowledge of general physics and general chemistry. - Knowledge of Mineralogy and Geology is desirable.

General:

Consistency throughout the course and attendance at classes and seminars.

The subject will be taught in Spanish.