Materials Science (Ⅰ)
(材料科學(一))

Semester: 1

Course Code: TX4611301

Credits: 3

Required/Elective: Required

EMI: Yes

Undergraduate/Graduate: Undergraduate

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Course Objectives:

Materials Science (I) introduces fundamental concepts in Materials Science & Engineering. Students who take this course will learn about material structures, how structures dictate properties, and how processing can change structures. This course will help the students to use materials properly and realize new design opportunities with materials.

 

Outline of Lectures:

The following schedule may be rearranged as needed.

 

Chapter 0: Introduction to the Course

Chapter 1: Introduction

Chapter 2: Atomic Structure and Interatomic Bonding

Chapter 3: The Structure of Crystalline Solids

Chapter 4: Imperfections in Solids

Chapter 5: Mechanical Properties of Metals

Chapter 6: Dislocations and Strengthening Mechanisms

Chapter 7: Failure

Chapter 8: Structures and Properties of Ceramics

Chapter 9: Corrosion and Degradation of Materials

 

Method of Instruction:

100% lecture

 

Textbook:

William D. Callister, Jr. and David G. Rethwisch, "Callister's Materials Science and Engineering, 10th Edition," Global Edition, Wiley.

 

Notices:

The course will be taught in English because it belongs to an EMI program. However, the English expression will be designed to be easy for undergraduate students, and Prof. Liang will also slow down the speaking speed. The EMI program does not aim to test the English listening of students. Prof. Liang will also review the essential concepts in Chinese in every class in case some students have difficulty understanding the knowledge during English speaking. At the end of each chapter, Prof. Liang will apply an interactive teaching method using the Slido to provide a platform for effective interaction between teacher and students.

 

Grading:

1. Attendance 20%

2. Midterm exam 40% (Closed-book & calculators are allowed)

3. Final exam 40% (Closed-book & calculators are allowed)

 

Note  1: The questions for exams will 100% come from the ppt slides.

Note 2: The questions will be expressed in English, but the solutions to the questions can be answered in Chinese.

Note 3: The exams will be fundamental and straightforward. So, please don't cheat!

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Note:

Office hours: Please feel free to email me anytime if you have questions.