Course - Introduction to Materials Science - TMT4171
TMT4171 - Introduction to Materials Science
About
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home examination | 80/100 | 4 hours | ||
| Portfolio | 20/100 |
Course content
An introduction to materials science and different types of materials. The coupling between the chemical properties of elements, atomic structure and inter-atomic bonds is detailed. The interaction between molecular, crystal structure, microstructure and chemical and mechanical properties are emphasized. Crystal defects and diffusion in materials are treated as well as binary phase diagrams. The themes materials selection- and development, processing and properties (chemical and physical) are detailed.
Learning outcome
The student should: - Explain how materials properties depend on chemical composition atomic- and crystal structure. - Explain how the structure of materials are affected by mechanical- and thermal treatments. - Use nomenclature to describe the molecular and crystal structure of materials. - Perform calculations on elemental diffusion in metals. - Predict phase composition in binary systems by the use of phase diagrams. - Understand how materials properties depend on structure and crystal defects. - Demonstrate practical basic skills in metallography and report writing.
Learning methods and activities
Lectures, exercises, excursions, laboratory exercises (total of 200 hours incl. self-study). All laboratory classes are compulsory. 90% of excercises must be submitted and approved to sit the exam. One compulsory excursion in Norway is planned if feasible due to communicable diseases.
Compulsory assignments
- Excercises, Laboratory work, Excursions
Further on evaluation
The final grade is a combined grade from the written exam 80%, and reports 20%. There will be given a separate grade in both the written exam, and the reports. They will be combined for your final grade in the course.
If there is a re-sit examination, the examination form may be changed from written to oral.
If a student has to take the course over again, or improve their grade, both the exam and the reports can be done seperatly.
Specific conditions
Compulsory activities from previous semester may be approved by the department.
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Materials Science and Engineering (MTMT)
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic mathematics, physics and chemistry.
Course materials
William D. Callister, Jr., David G. Rethwisch: Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction, 10th edition (SI Version). John Wiley & Sons, Inc., 2020.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| TMT4170 | 3.7 | AUTUMN 2010 |
No
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Foundation courses, level I
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2021
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Materials Science and Engineering
- Physical Metallurgy
- Process Metallurgy
- Technological subjects
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Materials Science and Engineering
Examination
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Autumn
ORD
Home examination
80/100
Release
2021-12-11Submission
2021-12-11
09:00
INSPERA
13:00 -
Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn ORD Portfolio 20/100 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"