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METL7201Ceramic Matrix Composites3+0+0ECTS:7.5
Year / SemesterSpring Semester
Level of CourseThird Cycle
Status Elective
DepartmentDEPARTMENT of METALLURGICAL and MATERIALS ENGINEERING
Prerequisites and co-requisitesNone
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
Contact Hours14 weeks - 3 hours of lectures per week
LecturerDoç. Dr. Serdar ÖZKAYA
Co-LecturerAssocaite Prof. Temel Varol
Language of instructionTurkish
Professional practise ( internship ) None
 
The aim of the course:
To learn the matrix and reinforcement types used in the ceramic matrix composites, to understand the relationship of interface matrix and reinforcement, to understand the rules of design and material selection, to learn the microstructure properties, to understand the physical and mechanical properties of ceramic matrix composite; to learn characterization methods, to learn the application areas of ceramic matrix composites
 
Programme OutcomesCTPOTOA
Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to :
PO - 1 : Know the matrix and reinforcement materials in the ceramic matrix composites
PO - 2 : Know the relationship of interface between matrix and reinforcement
PO - 3 : Know the fabrication methods of ceramic matrix composites
PO - 4 : Know the application areas of ceramic matrix composites
CTPO : Contribution to programme outcomes, TOA :Type of assessment (1: written exam, 2: Oral exam, 3: Homework assignment, 4: Laboratory exercise/exam, 5: Seminar / presentation, 6: Term paper), PO : Learning Outcome

 
Contents of the Course
The matrix and reinforcement types used for ceramic matrix composites, The relationship of interface between matrix and reinforcement in ceramic matrix composite, The rules of design and material selection in ceramic matrix composites, The microstructure properties of ceramic matrix composites, The physical and mechanical properties of ceramic matrix composites, The characterization methods of ceramic matrix composites, The application areas of ceramic matrix composites such as defence, medicine, air and space.
 
Course Syllabus
 WeekSubjectRelated Notes / Files
 Week 1The important of ceramic matrix composites in terms of material science
 Week 2The matrix materials used for ceramic matrix composite
 Week 3The reinforcment materials used for ceramic matrix composite
 Week 4The relationship of interface between matrix and reinforcement
 Week 5The rules of design and material selection in ceramic matrix composites
 Week 6The fabrication methods of ceramic matrix composites
 Week 7The fabrication methods of ceramic matrix composites
 Week 8Mid-term exam
 Week 9The microstructure properties of ceramic matrix composites
 Week 10The physical properties of ceramic matrix composites
 Week 11The mechanical properties of ceramic matrix composites
 Week 12The characterization methods of ceramic matrix composites
 Week 13The usage of ceramic matrix composites as biomaterials
 Week 14The usage of ceramic matrix composites in defence industry
 Week 15The usage of ceramic matrix composites in air and space industry
 Week 16End-of-term exam
 
Textbook / Material
1Chawla, K.K. "Ceramic Matrix Composites", Second Edition, Springer, 2003.
 
Recommended Reading
 
Method of Assessment
Type of assessmentWeek NoDate

Duration (hours)Weight (%)
Mid-term exam 8 2 50
End-of-term exam 16 2 50
 
Student Work Load and its Distribution
Type of workDuration (hours pw)

No of weeks / Number of activity

Hours in total per term
Sınıf dışı çalışma 1 14 14
Arasınav için hazırlık 2 7 14
Arasınav 2 1 2
Dönem sonu sınavı için hazırlık 3 7 21
Dönem sonu sınavı 2 1 2
Total work load53