COURSE INFORMATION
Course Title: COMPOSITE MATERIALS
Code Course Type Regular Semester Theory Practice Lab Credits ECTS
CE 538 B 3 3 0 0 3 7.5
Language: English
Compulsory/Elective: Elective
Classroom and Meeting Time:
Course Description: -
Course Objectives: To develop a basic understanding of general characteristics of composites; advantages and disadvantages, application trends. Basic Materials characteristics of fibers, matrices, interface bonding, adhesives; microstructure of composites. Processing/Manufacturing Traditional and novel approaches; process fundamentals. Composite Micromechanics basic concepts, stiffness, strength, thermal and moisture expansion. Composite Mechanics Theory Laminate theory; use of a computer based analysis package; macro mechanical behavior of a ply, out-of-plane effects. Failure and Strength Design Failure criteria, Laminate Strength, Stress Concentrations. Composite Behavior and Applications.
COURSE OUTLINE
Week Topics
1 Introduction
2 General characteristics of composites; advantages and disadvantages, application trends.
3 Basic Materials
4 Characteristics of fibers, matrices, interface bonding, adhesives; microstructure of composites.
5 Processing/Manufacturing
6 Traditional and novel approaches; process fundamentals.
7 Composite Micromechanics
8 Midterm Exam
9 Basic concepts, stiffness, strength, thermal and moisture expansion.
10 Composite Mechanics Theory
11 Laminate theory; use of a computer based analysis package; macro mechanical behavior of a ply, out-of-plane effects.
12 Failure and Strength Design
13 Failure criteria, Laminate Strength, Stress Concentrations
14 Composite Behavior and Applications
Prerequisite(s):
Textbook: Introduction to Composite Materials Design, Ever J. Barbero, Taylor and Francis, Philadelphia, PA, 1998
Other References:
Laboratory Work:
Computer Usage:
Others: No
COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
1 To learn the techniques and methods used during analysis of materials
2 To develop studies, projects related to the improvement of composite materials
3 To develop a basic understanding of general characteristics of composites;
4 To be able to involve new innovative materials in the construction industry
COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES
(Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution)
No Program Competencies Cont.
MSc in Civil Engineering, Profile: Structural Engineering Program
1 an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering 5
2 an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs 5
3 an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams
4 an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems 3
5 an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
6 an ability to communicate effectively
7 the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context 2
8 a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning
9 a knowledge of contemporary issues
10 an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice 4
11 skills in project management and recognition of international standards and methodologies
COURSE EVALUATION METHOD
Method Quantity Percentage
Midterm Exam(s)
1
50
Project
1
50
Total Percent: 100%
ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)
Activities Quantity Duration(Hours) Total Workload(Hours)
Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) 16 4 64
Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) 14 3 42
Mid-terms 1 30 30
Assignments 0
Final examination 1 47 47
Other 1 4.5 4.5
Total Work Load:
187.5
Total Work Load/25(h):
7.5
ECTS Credit of the Course:
7.5