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Course
Pro-forma
Faculty Course
Code
KXEX1110
Title
Fundamentals of Material Science
Pre-requisite
None
Student Learning Time (SLT)
122 hours
Credit
3
Learning Outcomes
1.
Explain the theory of basic atomic structure and the
imperfection.
2.
Describe the phase diagram, materials characteristic and
mechanical testing
3.
Discuss the characteristic, processing and application of
polymer, ceramic and composite
4.
Give example of some electrical and magnetic properties of
materials
Synopsis
Introduction to Materials science and engineering, atomic
structure and atomic bonding. Crystal structure and
imperfection. Steel characteristic and processing, phase diagram
and engineering alloy. Characteristic. Processing and application
of polymer, ceramic and composite
Assessment
40 % Continuous Assessments
60 % Final Examination
References
Foundation of Materials Science and Engineering, William F.
Smith, Javad Hashemi, McGraw Hill. 2005
Soft Skills
Communication Skills (CS1, CS2)
Critical Thinking and Problem Solving Skills (CT1)
Teamwork Skills (TS1, TS2)
Life Long Learning and Information Management (LL1, LL2)