It is advisable to have knowledge of mathematics, physics and chemistry acquired in the preceding course (1^st year)

Material Science is a mandatory subject in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Industrial Electronic and Automatic Engineering Degrees. The concepts developed in this subject will be used later in a mandatory subject “Engineering and Technology of materials” (Mechanical Eng. ) and in elective subjects such as “Advanced Materials” (Mechanical Eng.), “Electrical and Magnetic Materials” (Electrical Eng. and Industrial Electronic and Automatic Eng.)

Course competences
Code	Description
A01	To understand and have knowledge in an area of study that moves on from the general education attained at secondary level and usually found at a level that, while supported in advanced text books, also includes some aspects that include knowledge found at the cutting edge of the field of study.
A02	To know how to apply knowledge to work or vocation in a professional manner and possess the competences that are usually demonstrated by the formulation and defence of arguments and the resolution of problems in the field of study.
A03	To have the capability to gather and interpret relevant data (normally within the area of study) to make judgements that include a reflection on themes of a social, scientific or ethical nature.
A04	To be able to transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions to a specialized audience.
A05	To have developed the learning skills necessary to undertake subsequent studies with a greater degree of autonomy.
A06	Command of a second foreign language at B1 level of the Common European Framework of Refence for Languages.
A08	Appropriate level of oral and written communication.
A12	Knowledge of basic materials and technologies that assist the learning of new methods and theories and enable versatility to adapt to new situations.
A13	Ability to take the initiative to solve problems, take decisions, creativity, critical reasoning and ability to communicate and transmit knowledge, skills and abilities in Mechanical Engineering.
A14	Knowledge to undertake measurements, calculations, evaluations, appraisals, studies, give expert opinions, reports, work plans and similar tasks.
A15	Ability to work to specifications and comply with obligatory rules and regulations.
C03	Knowledge of the fundamentals of science, technology and chemistry of materials. Understanding of the relation between the microstructure, synthesis, processing and properties of materials.
CB01	Prove that they have acquired and understood knowledge in a subject area that derives from general secondary education and is appropriate to a level based on advanced course books, and includes updated and cutting-edge aspects of their field of knowledge.
CB02	Apply their knowledge to their job or vocation in a professional manner and show that they have the competences to construct and justify arguments and solve problems within their subject area.
CB03	Be able to gather and process relevant information (usually within their subject area) to give opinions, including reflections on relevant social, scientific or ethical issues.
CB04	Transmit information, ideas, problems and solutions for both specialist and non-specialist audiences.
CB05	Have developed the necessary learning abilities to carry on studying autonomously
D07	Knowledge and ability in the application of materials engineering.

Course learning outcomes
Description
Understand the structure of materials and the causes of their behaviour related to their microstructure and their equilibrium diagrams
Understand the relation between the microstructure of the material and its macroscopic properties (mechanical, optical, electrical, magnetic and chemical).
Understand and know how to select the most appropriate strengthening mechanism
Recognize metal alloys, polymers, ceramics and compounds most commonly used in the industry and their applicability.
Differentiate the different mechanical properties of materials, knowing how to approach mechanical tests
Introduce the student to engineering and materials technology
Additional outcomes
Not established.

• Unit 1: Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering
• Unit 2: Crystal Structures, Imperfections, and Diffusion in Solids
  • Unit 2.1: Crystal Structures
  • Unit 2.2: Crystalline Imperfections
  • Unit 2.3: Atomic diffusion in solids
• Unit 3: Microstructure and Phase Transformations
  • Unit 3.1: Binary Phase diagram
  • Unit 3.2: Invariant Reactions
  • Unit 3.3: Ternary Phase Diagrams
  • Unit 3.4: Steel Diagram
• Unit 4: Mechanical properties
  • Unit 4.1: Mechanical behavior and testing of materials
  • Unit 4.2: Strengthening Mechanisms
• Unit 5: Electrical , Magnetic, Thermal and Optical Properties of Materials
  • Unit 5.1: Electrical and Magnetic properties
  • Unit 5.2: Thermal and Optical Properties
• Unit 6: Engineering materials
  • Unit 6.1: Metallic Materials
  • Unit 6.2: Polymeric Materials
  • Unit 6.3: Ceramic Materials
  • Unit 6.4: Composite Materials

Training Activity	Methodology	Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021)	ECTS	Hours	As	Com	Description
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE]	Lectures	A01 A05 A12 A14 A15 C03	0.8	20	N	N
Laboratory practice or sessions [ON-SITE]	Group Work	A02 A03 A08 A14 A15 C03	0.32	8	Y	Y
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE]	Problem solving and exercises	A01 A02 A03 A04 A13 A14 C03 D07	0.8	20	Y	Y
On-line Activities [OFF-SITE]	Combination of methods	A01 A02 A12 A13 A14 C03	0.4	10	N	N
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE]	Self-study	A01 A02 A03 A05 A12 A13 A14 A15 C03	3	75	N	N
Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [OFF-SITE]	Self-study	A02 A03 A08 A14 A15 C03	0.2	5	Y	Y
Individual tutoring sessions [ON-SITE]	Combination of methods	A01 A02 A08	0.32	8	N	N
Final test [ON-SITE]	Assessment tests	A01 A02 A03 A04 A05 A08 A12 A13 A14 A15 C03 D07	0.16	4	Y	Y
Total:			6	150
Total credits of in-class work: 2.4			Total class time hours: 60
Total credits of out of class work: 3.6			Total hours of out of class work: 90

As: Assessable training activity
Com: Training activity of compulsory overcoming (It will be essential to overcome both continuous and non-continuous assessment).

Evaluation System	Continuous assessment	Non-continuous evaluation *	Description
Final test	0.00%	67.00%	The final exam may include problems and questions about theoretical concepts. Minimum grade to pass the subject: 5 points out of 10.
Assessment of problem solving and/or case studies	18.00%	18.00%	Using the Moodle platform, the instructor will conduct individual tests about course contents. No Recoverable.
Laboratory sessions	15.00%	15.00%	Compulsory to pass the subject.
Mid-term tests	67.00%	0.00%
Total:	100.00%	100.00%

Not related to the syllabus/contents
Hours	hours
Individual tutoring sessions [PRESENCIAL][Combination of methods]	8
Final test [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests]	4

Unit 1 (de 6): Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering
Activities	Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures]	1

Unit 2 (de 6): Crystal Structures, Imperfections, and Diffusion in Solids
Activities	Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures]	2
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Group Work]	1
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises]	4
On-line Activities [AUTÓNOMA][Combination of methods]	2
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study]	7

Unit 3 (de 6): Microstructure and Phase Transformations
Activities	Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures]	4
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Group Work]	3
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises]	5
On-line Activities [AUTÓNOMA][Combination of methods]	2
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study]	14
Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study]	2.5

Unit 4 (de 6): Mechanical properties
Activities	Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures]	4
Laboratory practice or sessions [PRESENCIAL][Group Work]	4
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises]	6
On-line Activities [AUTÓNOMA][Combination of methods]	3
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study]	21
Practicum and practical activities report writing or preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study]	2.5

Unit 5 (de 6): Electrical , Magnetic, Thermal and Optical Properties of Materials
Activities	Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures]	2
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study]	5

Unit 6 (de 6): Engineering materials
Activities	Hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Lectures]	7
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Problem solving and exercises]	5
On-line Activities [AUTÓNOMA][Combination of methods]	3
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study]	28

Global activity
Activities	hours

Author(s)	Title	Book/Journal	Citv	Publishing house	ISBN	Year	Description	Link	Catálogo biblioteca
Askeland, Donald R.	The science and engineering of materials			Thomson	0-495-24442-2	2006
Askeland, Donald R.	Ciencia e ingeniería de los materiales			Paraninfo	84-9732-016-6	2001
Callister, William D., (jr.)	Fundamentals of materials science and engineering : an integ			John Wiley & Sons	978-0-470-23463-1	2008
Callister, William D., (jr.)	Introducción a la ciencia e ingeniería de los materiales			Reverté	978-84-291-7252-2	2009
Gloria Rodríguez, Gemma Herranz, Ana Romero	Ciencia de los Materiales					2019	Presentaciones y material de apoyo de la asignatura
Juan Manuel Montes Martos, Francisco Gómez Cuevas y Jesús Cintas Físico	Ciencia e ingeniería de los materiales			Paraninfo	979-84-283-3017-6	2014
Massachusetts Institute of Technology	MIT OpenCourseWare					2012		http://ocw.mit.edu/courses/materials-science-and-engineering
Shackelford, James F.	Introducción a la ciencia de materiales para ingenieros			Pearson Prentice Hall	978-84-8322-659-9	2010
Smith, William F.	Foundations of materials science and engineering			McGraw-Hill	0-07-296304-2	2006
Smith, William F.	Fundamentos de la ciencia e ingeniería de materiales			McGraw-Hill	0-07-296304-2 (CD-RO	2006
Smith, William F.	Fundamentos de la ciencia e ingeniería de materiales			McGraw-Hill	970-10-5638-8	2006
Universidad de Liverpool	Programa MATTER, Materials Teaching Educational Resources					2012		http://www.matter.org.uk/default.htm