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1. General information
Course:
MATERIALS SCIENCE
Code:
56313
Type:
CORE COURSE
ECTS credits:
6
Degree:
412 - UNDERGRADUATE DEGREE PROGRAMME IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Academic year:
2022-23
Center:
106 - SCHOOL OF MINING AND INDUSTRIAL ENGINEERING
Group(s):
55  56 
Year:
2
Duration:
First semester
Main language:
Spanish
Second language:
English
Use of additional languages:
English Friendly:
Y
Web site:
Bilingual:
N
Lecturer: Mª TERESA CUBERES MONTSERRAT - Group(s): 55 
Building/Office
Department
Phone number
Email
Office hours
2.04, Edificio Elhuyar
MECÁNICA ADA. E ING. PROYECTOS
926052849
teresa.cuberes@uclm.es
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2. Pre-Requisites
In order to take this subject to the maximum advantage, it is recommended that the student has achieved competences related to the application of the basic principles of general chemistry, mastery of the basic concepts of the general laws of physics and the resolution of mathematical problems that may arise in engineering.
3. Justification in the curriculum, relation to other subjects and to the profession

This course enables students to acquire knowledge of the fundamentals of materials science, technology and chemistry by understanding the relationship between their microstructure, synthesis or processing and their properties.


4. Degree competences achieved in this course
Course competences
Code Description
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
CEC03 Knowledge of the fundamentals of the science, technology and chemistry of materials. Understanding of the relationship between microstructure, synthesis/processing and properties of materials.
CG03 Knowledge of basic and technological subjects to facilitate learning of new methods and theories, and provide versatility to adapt to new situations.
CG04 Ability to solve problems with initiative, decision-making, creativity, critical reasoning and to communicate and transmit knowledge, skills and abilities in the field of industrial engineering.
CG05 Knowledge required to carry out measurements, calculations, valuations, appraisals, valuations, surveys, studies, reports, work plans and other similar work.
CG06 Ability to handle specifications, regulations and mandatory standards.
CT02 Knowledge and application of information and communication technology.
CT03 Ability to communicate correctly in both spoken and written form.
5. Objectives or Learning Outcomes
Course learning outcomes
Description
Ability to distinguish the different mechanical properties of materials and ability to implement mechanical tests.
Ability to distinguish the different mechanical properties of materials and ability to implement mechanical tests.
Introduction to materials science and engineering.
Recognition of the metal alloys, polymers, ceramics and composites most commonly used in industry and their applicability
Understanding of the structure of materials and causes of their behaviour in relation to their microstructure and equilibrium diagrams
Understanding the relationship between the microstructure of matter and its macroscopic properties (mechanical, optical, electrical, magnetic and chemical).
Additional outcomes
Not established.
6. Units / Contents
  • Unit 1: Introduction to Material Science and Engineering.
  • Unit 2: Structure and imperfections.
  • Unit 3: Mechanical Properties and Microstructure. Microstructural Control.
  • Unit 4: Mechanical behaviour. Testing.
  • Unit 5: Hardening methods.
  • Unit 6: Electrical, magnetic, chemical, thermal and optical properties.
  • Unit 7: Engineering materials: metals, polymers, ceramics and composites.
7. Activities, Units/Modules and Methodology
Training Activity Methodology Related Competences (only degrees before RD 822/2021) ECTS Hours As Com Description
Class Attendance (theory) [ON-SITE] Combination of methods CB01 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CEC03 CG03 CG04 CG05 CG06 CT02 CT03 1.36 34 N N The Professor will focus the topic and explain the fundamental contents, using blackboard, audiovisual media and chair experiences.
Class Attendance (practical) [ON-SITE] Combination of methods CB01 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CEC03 CG03 CG04 CG05 CG06 CT02 CT03 0.6 15 Y Y Development of Laboratory Practicals in small groups.
Problem solving and/or case studies [ON-SITE] Combination of methods CB01 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CEC03 CG03 CG04 CG05 CG06 CT02 CT03 0.2 5 Y Y Lists of problems -provided to the students in advanced - will be discussed and resolved in the classroom (collective learning). Case studies, or work of further developing concepts, might also be included.
Formative Assessment [ON-SITE] Assessment tests CB01 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CEC03 CG03 CG04 CG05 CG06 CT02 CT03 0.24 6 Y Y There will be a final exam (non-continuous assessment) or partial exams (continuous assessment) that together cover the entire subject syllabus. Each exam will consist of two different tests relating to (a) questions or short answer questions and (b) exercises and application problems.
Study and Exam Preparation [OFF-SITE] Self-study CB01 CB02 CB03 CB04 CB05 CEC03 CG03 CG04 CG05 CG06 CT02 CT03 3.6 90 N N The student will revise and study his/her classroom notes, completing them with the bibliography provided by the Professor. Also, he/she will work on the resolution of the lists of problems and case studies that will be discussed in the classroom.
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).

8. Evaluation criteria and Grading System
Evaluation System Continuous assessment Non-continuous evaluation * Description
Assessment of problem solving and/or case studies 5.00% 5.00% The presentation of the provided lists of problems solved in full detail will be assessed.
Mid-term tests 70.00% 0.00% It will be necessary to achive independently a 4/10 rating in both problem solving and conceptual issues.
Laboratory sessions 25.00% 25.00% Participation in the laboratory practicals, the solving of the questionnaires related to the practicals and/or the practical reports submitted will be assessed, taking into account the explanation of the theory and procedure of the same, the processing of the data obtained in the laboratory, the preparation of graphs and figures, and the presentation of the results.
Final test 0.00% 70.00% It will be necessary to achive independently a 4/10 rating in both problem solving and conceptual issues.
Total: 100.00% 100.00%  
According to art. 4 of the UCLM Student Evaluation Regulations, it must be provided to students who cannot regularly attend face-to-face training activities the passing of the subject, having the right (art. 12.2) to be globally graded, in 2 annual calls per subject , an ordinary and an extraordinary one (evaluating 100% of the competences).

Evaluation criteria for the final exam:
  • Continuous assessment:
    The laboratory practicals (25%), the resolution of problems or cases (5%), and the partial tests (70%) will be assessed. The assessment of the training activities passed by the student will be retained up to a maximum of two academic years.
  • Non-continuous evaluation:
    The course will be assessed taking into account the laboratory practicals (25%), the resolution of problems or cases (5%) and the final exam (70%). The assessment of the training activities passed by the student will be retained for a maximum of two academic years.

Specifications for the resit/retake exam:
The evaluation will be based on the resit/retake exam. The evaluation of the training activities passed by the student will be retained for a maximum of two academic years.
Specifications for the second resit / retake exam:
The evaluation will be based on the second resit/retake exam. The evaluation of the training activities passed by the student will be retained for a maximum of two academic years.
9. Assignments, course calendar and important dates
Not related to the syllabus/contents
Hours hours
Class Attendance (theory) [PRESENCIAL][Combination of methods] 34
Class Attendance (practical) [PRESENCIAL][Combination of methods] 15
Problem solving and/or case studies [PRESENCIAL][Combination of methods] 5
Formative Assessment [PRESENCIAL][Assessment tests] 6
Study and Exam Preparation [AUTÓNOMA][Self-study] 90

Global activity
Activities hours
10. Bibliography and Sources
Author(s) Title Book/Journal Citv Publishing house ISBN Year Description Link Catálogo biblioteca
 
 
M. F. Ashby, D. R. H. Jones Materiales para ingeniería I: introducción a las propiedades, las aplicaciones y el diseño Barcelona Reverté 9788429172553 2008  
Callister, William D.; Rethwisch, David G. Ciencia e Ingeniería de Materiales 2ed Reverté 9788429172515 2016 Ficha de la biblioteca
D. R. Askeland. Ciencia e ingeniería de los materiales. Madrid Thomson Paraninfo 9788497320160 2001  
D.R.H. Jones Michael Ashby Engineering Materials 1:An Introduction to Properties, Applications and Design (4th Edition) Butterworth-Heinemann 9780080966663 2011  
D.R.H. Jones, Michael Ashby Engineering Materials 2. An Introduction to Microstructures and Processing (4th Edition) Butterworth-Heinemann 9780080966694 2012  
J. F. Shackelford. Introducción a la ciencia de materiales para ingenieros. Madrid Ed. Prentice Hall (7ª edición) 9788483226599 2010  
James F. Shackelford Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers (8th Edition) Pearson 9780133826654 2015  
Juan Manuel Montes Martos, Francisco Gómez Cuevas y Jesús Cintas Físico Ciencia e Ingeniería de los Materiales Ediciones Paraninfo 9788428330176 2014  
M. F. Ashby, D. R. H. Jones Materiales para ingeniería II: introducción a la microestructura, el procesamiento y el diseño Barcelona Reverté 9788429172560 2009  
W. F. Smith, J. Hashemi Fundamentos de la ciencia e ingeniería de materiales. Ed. McGraw Hill (5ª edición) 9786071511522 2014  
W. F. Smith, J. Hashemi Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering (5th Edition) Ed. McGraw Hill 2010  
Wendelin Wright, Donald R. Askeland The Science and Engineering of Materials (7th Edition) CENGAGE Learning Custom Publishing 9781305076761 2015  
William D. Callister Jr., David G. Rethwisch Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction (10th Edition) Wiley 978-1-119-40549-8 2018  



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