IDENTIFYING DATA 2014_15
Subject (*) MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING Code 20705102
Study programme
Nanoscience, Materials and Processes: Chemical Technology at the Frontier
 Cycle 2nd
Descriptors Credits Type Year Period
5 Compulsory First AN
Language
Anglès
Department Química Física i Inorgànica
Coordinator
DÍAZ GONZÁLEZ, FRANCISCO MANUEL
 E-mail f.diaz@urv.cat
mariacinta.pujol@urv.cat
magdalena.aguilo@urv.cat
joanjosep.carvajal@urv.cat
airan.rodenas@urv.cat
Lecturers
DÍAZ GONZÁLEZ, FRANCISCO MANUEL
PUJOL BAIGES, MARIA CINTA
AGUILÓ DÍAZ, MAGDALENA
CARVAJAL MARTÍ, JOAN JOSEP
RODENAS SEGUI, AIRAN
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General description and relevant information The contents of the matter are based on introducing the basic concepts of Science and Engineering of Materials. First, the basics fundamentals of Materials Science will be introduced. Then, the principal types of materials with engineering applications are presented. After that, the physical properties that confers to the materials their useful characteristics are described. Following to the physical properties, an introduction to the structure of materials, especially to crystalline and non-crystalline solids will be given. Finally, three additional subjects are proposed, from a practical nature, in which the degradation of the materials, the possibilities of recuperation, reuse and reduction of materials, and the process of materials and their characterization will be analyzed.

Competences
Type A Code Competences Specific
 A1.1 A1.1. Successfully studying and learning about the chosen research ambit: evaluating the technical and scientific importance, the technological potential and the viability of the nanoscience, design, preparation, properties, processes, developments, techniques and applications of materials.
 A1.2 A1.2. Carrying out exhaustive bibliographic searches in highly specialized areas of nanoscience, materials and product and process design.
 A1.4 A1.4. Conceiving, designing, constructing, reformulating and maintaining equipment, applications and efficient designs for experimental and numerical simulation studies in chemical technology.
 A1.5 A1.5. Formulate, develop and apply materials, products and mechanisms that use nanostructures.
 A1.6 A1.6. Analyse, identify and evaluate the data obtained from experiments and databases in the field of nanoscience, materials and chemical technology.
 A2.4 A2.4 Developing awareness in environmental and social issues related to nanoscience, materials and the general field of chemical technology.
Type B Code Competences Transversal
 B4.1 B4.1. Continuously learning.
 B4.2 B4.2 Learning autonomously and by using initiative.
 B5.1 B5.1. Working autonomously whilst remaining responsible and using initiative, in a research and innovative context.
 B5.3 B5.3. Applying critical, logical and creative thought in a research and innovative context.
Type C Code Competences Nuclear
 C1.1 Have an intermediate mastery of a foreign language, preferably English
 C1.3 Be able to manage information and knowledge

Learning outcomes
Type A Code Learning outcomes
 A1.1 A1.1 Understand the relation between the physical properties and the crystal structure of materials.
A1.1 Understand the main physical properties of materials.
A1.1 Use the properties and applications of materials to distinguish between them.
 A1.2 A1.2 Can formulate knowledge about the technological importance of materials.
 A1.4 A1.4 Understand various techniques for characterising materials from the physical, chemical and morphological point of view.
 A1.5 A1.5 Understand the methods for obtaining and processing different types of material.
 A1.6 A1.6 Are familiar with the main types of materials.
 A2.4 A2.4 Are familiar with the various mechanisms for degrading, recovering, reducing and reusing materials.
Type B Code Learning outcomes
 B4.1 B4.1 Autonomously adopt the appropriate learning strategies in every situation.
B4.1 Set their own learning objectives.
 B4.2 B4.2 Ask the appropriate questions for solving doubts or open questions, and search for information with criteria.
B4.2 Select a procedure from among the possibilities suggested by the lecturer.
 B5.1 B5.1 Analyse their own limitations and potential for undertaking a particular task.
B5.1 Decide how to manage and organize the work and time required to carry out a task from the basis of a general plan.
B5.1 Decide how to manage and organize the work and time.
B5.1 Reflect on their learning process and learning needs.
 B5.3 B5.3 Follow a logical method for identifying the causes of a problem.
Type C Code Learning outcomes
 C1.1 Express opinions on abstract or cultural topics in a limited fashion.
Explain and justify briefly their opinions and projects.
Understand instructions about classes or tasks assigned by the teaching staff.
Understand routine information and articles.
Understand the general meaning of texts that have non-routine information in a familiar subject area.
Write letters or take notes about foreseeable, familiar matters.
 C1.3 Locate and access information effectively and efficiently.
Critically evaluate information and its sources, and add it to their own knowledge base and system of values.
Have a full understanding of the economic, legal, social and ethical implications of accessing and using information.
Reflect on, review and evaluate the information management process.

Contents
Topic Sub-topic
Subject 1: Introduction to materials science
 Types of materials. Structure-properties-process-applications relationship. Design and selection of materials. Future perpectives for the use of materials.
Subject 2: Engineering materials Metals and alloys. Ceramics and glasses. Polymers. Composite materials. Nanomaterials. Biomaterials. Selection of materials
Subject 3 : Introduction to the structure of materials Structure of crystalline solids. Isomorphism and polymorphism. Defects and microstructure in crystalline structures. Non-crystalline solids.
Subject 4: Physics of materials Electric properties of materials. Magnetic properties of materials. Optical properties of materials. Thermal properties of materials. Mechanical properties of materials.
Subject 5: Corrosion and degradation of materials Wear and tear. Fracture mechanisms. Fatigue. Analysis, detection and prevention. Protection against degradation and failure of materials. Materials and environment.
Subject 6: Materials process Chemistry of materials. Modification of the properties of materials. Modelization of materials. Processes principles.
Subject 7: Characterization of materials Techniques for the characterization of materials. Non-destructive techniques. Morphological characterization. Structural characterization (X-ray diffraction, Raman spectroscopy). Physical characterization (mechanical, electrical, optical).

Planning
Methodologies  ::  Tests
  Competences (*) Class hours
 Hours outside the classroom
 (**) Total hours
Introductory activities
1 1 2
Lecture
A2.4
B4.1
 19 20 39
Seminars
A1.1
A1.2
A2.4
B4.1
B4.2
B5.1
B5.3
C1.1
C1.3
 4 14 18
Laboratory practicals
A1.1
A1.2
A1.4
A1.5
A1.6
B4.1
B5.1
B5.3
C1.1
 25 35 60
Personal tuition
2 0 2
 
Extended-answer tests
A1.1
B4.2
 2 2 4
 
(*) On e-learning, hours of virtual attendance of the teacher.
(**) The information in the planning table is for guidance only and does not take into account the heterogeneity of the students.

Methodologies
Methodologies
  Description
Introductory activities A series of introductory sessions to the contents of each subject will be developed
Lecture Short lectures will be given to introduce the basic concepts of the matter that will be exposed more in detail in the seminars
Seminars In seminars, the concepts introduced in the matter will be work deeply
Laboratory practicals During the laboratory practicals the results of real characterization experiments related to the concepts introduced in the matter will be analyzed
Personal tuition Time that each lecturer devotes to attend and answer questions to students.

Personalized attention
Description
Students can propose doubts during the consultation hours. Furthermore, the schedule can be established by e-mail.

Assessment
Methodologies Competences Description Weight        
Seminars
A1.1
A1.2
A2.4
B4.1
B4.2
B5.1
B5.3
C1.1
C1.3
 Problems resolution. Reports. Oral presentations. 45%
Laboratory practicals
A1.1
A1.2
A1.4
A1.5
A1.6
B4.1
B5.1
B5.3
C1.1
 Laboratory practicals resolution 10%
Extended-answer tests
A1.1
B4.2
 Extended-answer test over the subjects of the matter 45%
Others  
 
Other comments and second exam session

In the second option only a extended-answer test will be performed over all the subjects of the matter.

Sources of information

Basic Callister,W. D., Ciencia de los materiales e ingenieria. Una introducción, John Wiley & Sons. Inc., Broofield,1991
SMITH, W.D. , Fundamentos de la ciencia e ingenieria de los materiales, McGraw Hill, New york, 1993
ASKELAND, D. R. , La ciencia e ingenieria de los materiales, Wodsworth Iberoamericana, 1987
Shuvalov, L.A. et al., Modern Crystallography IV: Physical properties of crystals, Springer-Verlag, Shuvalov, L.A. et al., Modern Crystallography IV:
NYE,J. F., Physical properties of crystals, Oxford science publications, Oxford,1985
E. Hartmann, An introduction to Crystal Physics, Pu. International Union of Crystallography, Cardiff, 1984
B.D. Cullity, Elements of X-Ray Diffraction, Addison-Wesley Pu. Co., 1978

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