Publication in the Diário da República: Despacho nº 10765/2011 - 30/08/2011
4 ECTS; 2º Ano, 1º Semestre, 15,0 T + 30,0 TP , Cód. 300114.
Lecturer
(1) Docente Responsável
(2) Docente que lecciona
Prerequisites
Prior knowledge of chemistry and physics.
Objectives
Students should know the different types of materials, the concepts of micro and macro structure and their major industrial and technological applications. They should also be familiar with the material selection methods and the various deterioration processes: corrosion, fatigue and wear.
Program
1. Introduction to materials science and engineering.
2. Chemical structure and chemical bond.
3. Types of materials.
4. Material deterioration.
Evaluation Methodology
Short individual written assignment on a topic related with materials science and technology (30% of final mark). Written mid-term test or final exam with minimum pass grade of 10/20
(70% of final mark).
Bibliography
- Callister, W. (1994). Materials Science and Engineering: an Introduction. New York: John Wiley & Sons
- Smith, W. (1998). Princípios de Ciência e Engenharia dos Materiais. Lisboa: Mc. Graw-Hill
Teaching Method
Theoretical-practical classes including case studies and problem solving.
Software used in class
