Material Science

Abstract

Structure of matter, crystal imperfection, simple phase diagrams of alloys. • Physical properties of material (i.e. wood, cement, plastics and alloys). • Mechanical properties of engineering materials. True stress-strain curves, ultimate strength, ductility, impact strength, hardness, creep and fatigue failure. • Electrical properties: conductivity, semi-conductivity • Optical and magnetic properties of materials. Stability of materials in the service environment, corrosive media, sub-zero and elevated temperatures, irradiation. • Basic criteria for the selection of materials for engineering applications. • Engineering properties of wood, concrete, ceramics, polymers, ferrous and non-ferrous metals and alloys, cryogenic, corrosive media and nuclear application.