Fundamentals in Materials Science, 6 credits
Grunder i materialvetenskap, 6 hp
TFYA77
Main field of study
Applied Physics PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleCourse type
Programme courseExaminer
Wei-Xin NiDirector of studies or equivalent
Magnus JohanssonEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 0 hRecommended self-study hours: 160 h
Available for exchange students
YesMain field of study
Applied Physics, PhysicsCourse level
Second cycleAdvancement level
A1XCourse offered for
- Physics and Nanoscience, Master's Programme
- Materials Science and Nanotechnology, Master's Programme
- Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering - International, M Sc in Engineering
- Applied Physics and Electrical Engineering, M Sc in Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering, M Sc in Engineering
Entry requirements
Note: Admission requirements for non-programme students usually also include admission requirements for the programme and threshold requirements for progression within the programme, or corresponding.
Prerequisites
Calculus in one and several variables, linear algebra, and mechanics.Intended learning outcomes
Materials science is a fusion of multidisciplinary knowledge since 1980s, and covers a wide range of scientific and engineering aspects. The primary goal of this introductory course is to provide students a physics and chemistry foundation of the quantum theory, thermodynamics and kinetics, in order to facilitate further studies and understand the inter-relationship among preparation techniques, structures, and properties of various materials, in particular crystalline solids and semiconductors in bulk, thin film, and nano-scale form. Following the course, the students are expected to:
- get insight of matters from individual atom, interatomic bonding, to crystalline periodic structure, with a quantum mechanic description.
- understand how the structure dictates the property of various materials at both microscopic and macroscopic levels.
- to explain mass action and phase transformation processes of solid materials based on both thermodynamic and kinetic considerations.
- learn physics and chemistry behind some commonly used methods for materials synthesis and growth, and how the preparation technique affects the structures and properties of the material.
- be able to design a process to prepare (synthesize or grow) the desired material, and calculate the synthesis (growth) rate using kinetic equations of the corresponding chemical reaction.
Course content
Quantum theory and atomic structures: Light, particles and waves, the Bohr atom, the Schrödinger equation and basic quantum mechanics, electronic configurations of an atom …
Chemical bonding and molecular structures: Molecules, properties of bonded atoms, models of chemical bonding, molecular-orbitals and -geometry …
Solid-state chemistry: Properties of bonded atoms, states of matter, phase diagram, crystalline solids and structural symmetry, fundamental properties of various matter …
Thermodynamics and kinetics in materials science: Chemical energies and the 1st law of thermodynamics, chemical equilibrium and the 2nd law of thermodynamics, chemical kinetics and reaction mechanisms …Teaching and working methods
Lectures, problem solving classes, and laboratory experiments in small groups.
Examination
LAB1 Laboratory work 1 credits U, G UPG1 Hand-in assignments 5 credits U, G TEN1 Optional written examination for higher grade 0 credits U, 3, 4, 5 Homework assignment (6 sets) for grade 3 (if more than 70% approved). Optional written examination for higher grades.Grades
Four-grade scale, LiU, U, 3, 4, 5Department
Institutionen för fysik, kemi och biologiDirector of Studies or equivalent
Magnus JohanssonExaminer
Wei-Xin NiEducation components
Preliminary scheduled hours: 0 h
Recommended self-study hours: 160 hCourse literature
Additional literature
Books
- W. D. Callister & D. G. Rethwisch, (2010) Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction
ISBN: 0470419970
John Wiley & Son Inc
- W. D. Callister & D. G. Rethwisch, (2010) Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction
Code | Name | Scope | Grading scale |
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LAB1 | Laboratory work | 1 credits | U, G |
UPG1 | Hand-in assignments | 5 credits | U, G |
TEN1 | Optional written examination for higher grade | 0 credits | U, 3, 4, 5 |
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Additional literature
Books
ISBN: 0470419970
John Wiley & Son Inc
Note: The course matrix might contain more information in Swedish.
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4. CONCEIVING, DESIGNING, IMPLEMENTING AND OPERATING SYSTEMS IN THE ENTERPRISE, SOCIETAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONTEXT | ||||||
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5. PLANNING, EXECUTION AND PRESENTATION OF RESEARCH DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS WITH RESPECT TO SCIENTIFIC AND SOCIETAL NEEDS AND REQUIREMENTS | ||||||
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