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Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

Course General Introduction Information

Course Code: MAK481
Course Name: Introduction to Smart Materials
Course Semester: Fall
Course Credits:
ECTS
6
Language of instruction:
Course Requirement:
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course: Area Ellective
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi EBRU GÜNİSTER
Course Lecturer(s): Asst. Prof. Furkan DUNDAR; Asst. Prof.Ebru Gunister
Course Assistants:

Course Purpose and Content

Course Objectives: To teach the fundamental principles and applications of smart materials, and to convey their potential uses and technological innovations in the field of mechanical engineering
Course Content: This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the types, properties, manufacturing methods, and industrial applications of smart materials. Students will learn about the roles and significance of smart materials in various fields such as sensors, actuators, and energy harvesting.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
1) Understand the fundamental principles, properties, and behaviors of smart materials.
2) Identify the applications of smart materials in sensors, actuators, and energy harvesting.
3) Learn the manufacturing techniques and material selection criteria for smart materials.
4) Follow current developments and technological innovations in the field of smart materials.

Course Flow Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction and Definition of Smart Materials Lecture Notes 1
2) History and Development of Smart Materials Lecture Notes 2
3) Piezoelectric Materials Lecture Notes 3
4) Magnetostrictive Materials Lecture Notes 4
5) Electroactive Polymer Lecture Notes 5
6) Thermal and Shape Memory Alloys Lecture Notes 6
7) Electro-rheological and Magneto-rheological Fluids Lecture Notes 7
8) Sensor Applications of Smart Materials Lecture Notes 8
9) Actuator Applications of Smart Materials Lecture Notes 9
10) Smart Materials in Energy Harvesting Systems Lecture Notes 10
11) Medical Applications of Smart Materials Lecture Notes 11
12) Manufacturing Techniques of Smart Materials Lecture Notes 12
13) Current Developments and Future Trends in Smart Materials Lecture Notes 13
13) Current Developments and Future Trends in Smart Materials Lecture Notes 13
14) Project Presentations Presentation Slides

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Akıllı Malzemeler ve Yapılar - Hüseyin T. Korkmaz
Smart Materials and Structures - M.V. Gandhi, B.S. Thompson
References: Smart Materials and Structures: New Research - G.R. Tomlinson, W.A. Bullough
Electroactive Polymers (EAP) Actuators as Artificial Muscles - Yoseph Bar-Cohen
Shape Memory Alloys: Modeling and Engineering Applications - Dimitris C. Lagoudas
Piezoelectricity: Evolution and Future of a Technology -Walter Heywang, Karl Lubitz, Wolfram Wersing

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Medium 3 Highest
       
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Ability to utilize advanced theoretical and applied knowledge in the field.
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.
3) Being able to organize and implement projects and activities for the social environment in which one lives with a sense of social responsibility.
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.
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.
6) Being able to evaluate advanced knowledge and skills in the field critically.
7) Identifying learning needs and being able to direct learning.
8) Developing a positive attitude towards lifelong learning.
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.
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.
11) Being able to conduct an advanced study independently in the field.
12) To take responsibility individually and as a team member to solve complex problems encountered in the field of application, which are unforeseen.
13) Being able to plan and manage activities for the development of those under their responsibility within the framework of a project.
14) Possess advanced level theoretical and practical knowledge supported by textbooks with updated information, practice equipments and other resources.
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.
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.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Anlatım
Bireysel çalışma ve ödevi
Course
Okuma
Seminar

Measurement and Evaluation Methods and Criteria

Yazılı Sınav (Açık uçlu sorular, çoktan seçmeli, doğru yanlış, eşleştirme, boşluk doldurma, sıralama)
Sunum

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Quizzes 2 % 10
Presentation 1 % 20
Midterms 1 % 30
Final 1 % 40
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 60
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 40
total % 100

İş Yükü ve AKTS Kredisi Hesaplaması

Activities Number of Activities Aktiviteye Hazırlık Aktivitede Harçanan Süre Aktivite Gereksinimi İçin Süre Workload
Course Hours 15 3 45
Study Hours Out of Class 15 8 120
Presentations / Seminar 1 1 1
Quizzes 2 1 2
Midterms 1 1 1
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 171