| Course Objectives: |
To give general information about the structure, properties, design, production and usage areas of composite materials. |
| Course Content: |
Classification of composite materials, contents, fabrication techniques, micro and macro analysis methods, mechanical properties, processability, applications, nanocomposites, experimental design, production, modeling and statistical applications. |
| Week |
Subject |
Related Preparation |
| 1) |
Ingredients of Composite Materials (polymers, ceramics, metals) |
Lecture Notes 1 |
| 2) |
Classification and application areas of composite materials |
Lecture Notes 2 |
| 3) |
Matrix materials in composite materials |
Lecture Notes 3 |
| 4) |
Filling materials in composite materials |
Lecture Notes 4 |
| 5) |
Fabrication methods of composite materials |
Lecture Notes 5 |
| 6) |
Mechanical properties of composite materials |
Lecture Notes 6 |
| 7) |
Micro/macro analysis methods of composites |
Lecture Notes 7 |
| 8) |
Machinability of composites (cutting, drilling...) |
Lecture Notes 8 |
| 9) |
Experimental designs and modeling of composites |
Lecture Notes 9 |
| 10) |
Optimization of Composites |
Lecture Notes 10 |
| 11) |
Technical tour (Company visit |
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| 12) |
Production and processability of composites according to their application areas (Student Presentation 1) |
Preliminary research and abstract submission |
| 13) |
Production and processability of composites according to their application areas (Student Presentation 2) |
Preliminary research and abstract submission |
| 14) |
Production and processability of composites according to their application areas (Student Presentation 3) |
Preliminary research and abstract submission |
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Program Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 1) |
Ability to utilize advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in the field. |
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| 2) |
Using the advanced knowledge and skills acquired in the field, being able to interpret and evaluate data, identify problems, analyze them, and develop solution proposals based on research and evidence. |
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| 3) |
Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which one lives with a sense of social responsibility. |
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| 4) |
Being able to follow information in one foreign language at least at the European Language Portfolio B1 General Level and communicate with colleagues in the field. |
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| 5) |
Ability to use information and communication technologies together with at least European Computer Driving License Advanced Level computer software, as required by the field. |
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| 6) |
Being able to evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in the field critically. |
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| 7) |
Identifying learning needs and being able to direct learning. |
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| 8) |
Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning. |
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| 9) |
Acting in accordance with social, scientific, cultural, and ethical values in the stages of collecting, interpreting, applying, and announcing the results related to the field. |
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| 10) |
Having sufficient awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality culture, preservation of cultural values, as well as environmental protection, occupational health, and safety. |
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| 11) |
Being able to conduct an advanced study independently in the field. |
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| 12) |
To take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex problems encountered in the field of application, which are unforeseen. |
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| 13) |
Being able to plan and manage activities for the development of those under their responsibility within the framework of a project. |
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| 14) |
Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources. |
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| 15) |
Being able to inform relevant individuals and institutions about the field; expressing their thoughts and solution proposals for problems both in written and verbal form. |
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| 16) |
Being able to share your thoughts and solutions regarding subjects related to the field with both experts and non-experts, supported by quantitative and qualitative data. |
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