METE529 HIGH-STRENGTH ALLOYS
| Course Code: | 5700529 | 
| 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 | 
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| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. | 
Course Objectives
The objective of the course is to provide a sound foundation in the dislocation theory and strengthening mechanisms, microstructure and mechanical property control in high strength engineering alloys.
Course Content
Review of strengthening mechanisms. Particle hardened engineering materials; Microstructure and microstructural control. Mechanical behaviour of P.H. alloys yielding and work hardening behaviour, fracture. Re-evaluation of P.H. engineering alloys.
Course Learning Outcomes
- Understanding the strength and strengthening mechanisms in materials
- Getting to know high strength ferrous, nickel-based, aluminum and titanium high strength engineering alloys
- Being able to design high strength alloys
