Fall 2008
MSE 227 Materials Engineering
Time: T/Th 9:30-10:45 AM 11:00-12:15 PM, Room JD3504
Instructor: Dr. Dale Conner
Dept. of Manufacturing System Engineering and Management
Office: JD3511, 818 677-4730
Office Hour: T: 12:30-1:30 PM, 6-6:45 PM, Th: 12:45 –1:45 PM, 6-6:45 PM
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Prerequisites: CHEM 101, PHYS220A, PHYS220AL, Corequisites: MATH 150B.
Three hours of lectures per week, Design units: 0.25
Course Description: An introductory course in engineering materials including metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Study of atomic and crystalline structures of materials. Application of basic principles to the study of mechanical, physical, and chemical behavior of materials. Selection of materials in engineering applications based on materials properties and processing. Design project on materials properties, selection or application.
The learning objectives are: To understand the principles of engineering and science in applications of materials and design. To learn to find information in literature and other available sources. To learn to use information systems (computer, internet, and other available sources) in engineering practice.
Methods of Students evaluation: three class examinations and a final examination. Design problems and homework (weekly assignments), and a written report on the design project
Textbook: W.D. Callister, Jr. and David G. Rerhwisch, Fundamentals of Materials Science and Engineering, an Integrated Approach, J. Wiley & Sons, NY, 3nd ed. 2008. ISBN: 978-0-470-12537-3
Date / Topic / HomeworkAug. 26 / Introduction / Read Ch. 2
Aug. 28 / Atomic Structure / 2.9, 2.10, 2.12
Sept. 2 / Crystal Structure, Miller Indices / 3.7, 3.27, 3.37, 3.43, 3.44, 3.49
Sept. 4 / Miller Indices, X-ray diffraction
Sept. 9 / Polymers, Chapter 4 / 4.2, 4.3, 4.4
Sept. 11 / Imperfections / 5.2, 5.5, 5.15, 5.19
Sept. 16 / Diffusion / 6.5, 6.6, 6.8, 6.12, 6.D2
Sept. 18 / Diffusion
Sept. 23 / Mechanical Properties / 7.6, 7.7, 7.11, 7.15, 7.26, 7.27
Sept. 25 / Exam #1 Ch. 1-6
Sept. 30 / Strengthening Mechanisms / 8.12, 8.14, 8.20, 8.D3
Oct. 2 / Strengthening Mechanisms
Oct. 7 / Failures / 9.4, 9.8, 9.11
Oct. 9 / Phase Diagrams / 10.4, 10.7, 10.12, 10.20, 10.29
Oct. 14 / Phase Diagrams
Oct. 16 / Phase Transformations / 11.2, 11.5, 11.11, 11.19, 11.20
Oct. 21 / Phase Transformations
Oct. 23 / Electrical Properties, Chapter 12 / 12.3, 12.6, 12.27, 12.29
Oct. 28 / Thermal Properties / 17.2, 17.7, 17.1117.14
Oct. 30 / Magnetic Properties / 18.1, 18.10, 18.11, 18.14
Nov. 4 / Materials Types and Applications / 13.1, 13.6, 13.9, 13.D2
Nov. 6 / Materials Processing / 14.3, 14.4, 14.17, 14.D3
Nov. 11 / Veteran’s Day Holiday
Nov. 13 / Exam #2 / Topics for written report due
Nov. 18 / Composites / 15.1, 15.4, 15.7, 15.11, 15.D2
Nov. 20 / Composites
Nov. 25 / Corrosion / 16.1, 16.2, 16.12, 16.13, 16.D1
Nov. 27 / Thanksgiving recess
Dec. 2 / Corrosion
Dec. 9 / Catch up & review / term papers due
Dec. 16 / Final Exam 11 AM – 1 PM
Last day to drop classes: Sept. 12, 2008
Course Method and Expectations:
The main techniques to be used in this course, center on the application of scientific principles to real-life situations. Library research is necessary in order to develop and achieve most of the topic discussions.
Grading Policy
Quizzes 15.0 % NO make-up exams or quizzes
Mid-term Exams 40 %
Term paper 15 %
Final Exam 30%
All quizzes and exams will be closed book. Quizzes may be in-class assignments, questions from assigned reading or from homework. Relevant formulas will be provided. Cell phones or other personal communication devices are STRICTLY FORBIDDEN.
Use of forbidden devices on a quiz or test is grounds for FAILING the course!!!!
Grading System:
Plus/minus letter grading will be used. Grading will be on a modified curve, based on the total number of points awarded during the semester. The highest grade awarded will be an A. Grades will change at logical gaps in the point distribution (e.g., from A- to B+), but if there is a large gap in points, one or more grades may be skipped (e.g., A- to B). You CAN NOT pass this class if you earn less than half the available points.
Suggestions for success in this class:
1. Read the relevant material in the book
2. Review and understand the examples given in the book.
3. Do the assigned homework. If you are having difficulty with a particular concept, work additional problems given in the book on that topic that have the answers given in the back of the book.
4. Come to office hours.
5. Seek help: student services, tutors, etc.
Academic success is directly proportional to the amount of time devoted to study.
Typical Grading Rubric
Criteria / PointsIdentified problem type / 0 / 1 / 2
Identified relevant criteria: variables given and to be solved for / 0 / 1 / 2
Used appropriate equations/solution method / 0 / 1 / 2
Followed logical sequence to solution / 0 / 1 / 2
Proper arithmetic and units / 0 / 1 / 2
Total:
SUGGESTED TOPICS for the TERM PAPER, MSE 227
1. Smart materials, sensors
2. Aluminum alloys, applications in aircraft structure
3. Corrosion of high strength Al-alloys
4. Ni-based Superalloys applications & properties
5. Ceramics, as the high temp. materials for automotives
6. MEMS and sensors
7. Advanced fiber reinforced composite materials
8. Electroplating and its environmental impacts
9. Fatigue problems in the high strength materials
10. Failure analysis in Electronic Devices.
11. Adhesive bonding in Al-alloys and composite materials.
12. Intermetallics materials application for high temp. ( TixAl, NixAl )
13. Biomaterials
14. Superconducting materials
15. GaAS, Si Semiconductors & their applications
16. Polymers, the future materials
17. Materials for sport goods, baseball bats and Bike frame.
28. Materials for future cars
Guidelines for Term Paper
1. Term paper will have a separate cover page, with the title of the paper centered, 2.5-inches from the top, in 14-pt. bold. The author’s name and date will 3-inches below this, again centered, 12-pt font, NOT bold.
2. The term paper will use 12-pt Times New Roman Font, double spaced, with 1-inch margins. Section headers will be in Bold.
3. The text will be preceded by a 1-paragraph Abstract
4. The text, including abstract, CANNOT exceed 5-pages.
5. The use of figures and tables is encouraged. All figures and tables MUST have appropriate captions.
6. All references must be appropriately cited in the text, and listed in the Bibliography.
7. You must use at least 5 references. Not more than 1 internet reference, and not more than 1 text reference may be used. (i.e., at least 3 of the 5 references must be from published literature)
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL RESULT IN A DEDUCTION OF 1 LETTER GRADE FROM YOUR TERM PAPER.
Course Objectives
1. This course will increase your ability to apply your knowledge of mathematics, chemistry, and physics in the engineering materials
2. This course will increase your ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems and develop solutions that are competitive and economical.
3. This course will increase your ability to understand ethical responses and to address contemporary issues and civic responsibilities and to develop an involvement in the professional roles.
4. Understanding of fundamental engineering principles, analysis and design;
5. Awareness of engineering practices in industry and emerging technologies;
6. The ability to communicate well, both orally and in writing, and the ability to work as a productive member of an interdisciplinary team;
7. A understanding of the impact of engineering in a societal context.
8. A sense of exploration and the ability to maintain life long learning.
Standard Operating Procedures
1. Class members are expected to maintain personal and professional standards consistent with the Code of Ethics of the National Society of Professional Engineers, the Preamble and Fundamental Canons of which are as follows:
Engineers uphold and advance the integrity, honor and dignity of the engineering profession by:
· using their knowledge and skills for the enhancement of human welfare,
· being honest and impartial, and serving with fidelity the public, their employers and clients;
· striving to increase the competence and prestige of the engineering profession; and
· supporting the professional technical societies of their disciplines.
Engineers shall:
§ hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public in the performance of their professional duties
§ perform services only in the areas of their competence
§ issue public statements only in an objective and truthful manner
§ act in professional matters for each employer or client as faithful agents or trustees, and avoid conflicts of interest
§ build their professional reputation on the merit of their services, and not compete unfairly with others
§ act in such a manner as to uphold and enhance the honor, integrity and dignity of the profession
§ continue their professional development throughout their careers and provide opportunities for the professional development of those engineers under their supervision
2. Class members are expected to submit original work except in joint projects in which the activities are cooperative and collaborative.
3. Class members are expected to attend class except when circumstances are outside the member’s control.
4. Class members are responsible for material in the reading assignments, class presentations, discussions, and homework examples.
5. Homework sets and project reports are due at the time requested
6. Class members are expected to be cooperative with other class members and to collaborate when appropriate with colleagues.
7. Class members are expected to participate in the oral presentations as required.
8. Class members are expected to comply with University regulation governing intellectual property, origin of work, and honesty. Failure to maintain these standards will result in student disciplinary action and a grade of F in the course.