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