METE560 POLYMER NANOCOMPOSITES
| Course Code: | 5700560 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 3 (3.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 8.0 |
| Department: | Metallurgical and Materials Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | Graduate |
| Course Coordinator: | Prof.Dr. CEVDET KAYNAK |
| Offered Semester: | Fall and Spring Semesters. |
Course Objectives
The main objective of this course is to offer graduate students an understanding of the differences between polymer nanocomposites and micro- and macro- scale polymer composites.
By the end of the course the students are expected to have explored:
- definitions, types, mechanisms, structure-property relationships of polymer nanocomposites
- importance of the geometry of the nanophases and the quality of their interface with the matrix
- problems and difficulties of the nanophase dispersion during production processes
- necessity of the special equipment for the characterization and testing of polymer nanocomposites
- underlying mechanisms for the mechanical, thermal, chemical, physical behaviors of polymer nanocomposites compared with micro- and macro- scale polymer composites
Course Content
Definition of polymer nanocomposites.Comparision with micro-and macro-scale polymer composites.Types of polymeric matrix materials and nano-particulates used.Importance of interface between matrix and nano-phase.Problems and difficulties in the production methods of polymer nanocomposites.Characterization and testing of polymer nanocomposites.Mechanical behavior,thermal response,flame retardancy,chemical resistance,and electrical-magnetic-optical properties of polymer nanocomposites. Applications and future trends of polymer nanocomposites.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Ability to identify, to formulate, and solve engineering problems;
- Ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools ;
- Knowledge of the scientific and engineering principles underlying the four major elements of the polymer-based nanocomposite materials; structure, properties, processing and performance;
- Ability to apply and integrate knowledge from each of the four major elements of the polymer-based nanocomposites to solve materials and/or process selection and design problems.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | can reach the general and specific knowledge/information, can analyze, crystalize and implement these in conducting scientific research in the field. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | have compressive knowledge on the up-to-date engineering practices and methods and their limitations. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | are equipped with the analytical characterization knowledge required in realizing observational/experimental work-based research activities in the field. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | can clearly define and formulate problems related to the field, and develop exceptional and novel procedures to solve such problems. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | develop new and/or original ideas and methods; design complex systems or processes and invent novel/alternative solutions in his designs. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | can work effectively as a member of a team in his own field or interdisciplinary groups, he can be the leader in such formations and offer solutions in intricate cases; can also work independently and take responsibility. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | can communicate well in spoken and written English effectively. | ✔ | |||