| Course Unit Code | Course Unit Title | Type of Course Unit | Year of Study | Semester | Number of ECTS Credits | | M407.4B3 | Introduction to Composite Materials and Mechanics | Elective | 4 | 7 | 5 |
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| Level of Course Unit |
| First Cycle |
| Objectives of the Course |
| Giving basic information about composite materials, Types of composite materials (Fiber reinforced composites, Particle reinforced composites, Lamina composites) Introduction of mechanical behaviors of composite materials, Giving information about the production methods of composite materials. |
| Name of Lecturer(s) |
| Doç. Dr. Engin ERBAYRAK |
| Learning Outcomes |
| 1 | Understanding composite materials. | | 2 | Ability to determine mechanical behavior of fiber reinforced composite. | | 3 | Understanding manufacturing methods for composite materials, recognizing matrix materials | | 4 | Calculation technique determines the mechanical properties of composite materials, mechanical lamina. | | 5 | Knowledgeable about the methods of production of composite materials. |
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| Mode of Delivery |
| Normal Education |
| Prerequisites and co-requisities |
| None |
| Recommended Optional Programme Components |
| None |
| Course Contents |
| Base terms of mechanics of composite materials, determination of mechanical behaviours of fiber-reinforced composites for mechanical applications, particle reinforced composites, laminate. Production methods for composite materials. |
| Weekly Detailed Course Contents |
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| 1 | Introduction | | | | 2 | Classification and characteristics of composite materials | | | | 3 | Fiber reinforced composite materials | | | | 4 | Particulate reinforced composite materials | | | | 5 | Laminate composite materials | | | | 6 | Fiber Materials | | | | 7 | Fiber Materials | | | | 8 | Midterm exam | | | | 9 | Matrix Materials | | | | 10 | Matrix Materials | | | | 11 | Determining mechanical properties of composite materials | | | | 12 | Determining mechanical properties of composite materials | | | | 13 | Determining mechanical properties of composite materials | | | | 14 | Failure theories of composite materials | | | | 15 | Manufacturing process of composite materials | | |
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| Recommended or Required Reading |
| 1. Mechanics of Composite Materials, Robert M Jones, Virginia Polytechnic Instutie and State University, Blacksburg Virginia.
2. Basic Mechanics of Laminated Composite Plate, A. T. Nettles , Marshall Space Flight Center, MSCF, Alabama.
3. Principles of Composite Materials Mechanics, Ronald F. Gibson, Mc Graw-Hill, 1994.
4. Autar K. Kaw, Mechanics of Composite Materials. |
| Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods |
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| Assessment Methods and Criteria | |
| Midterm Examination | 1 | 100 | | SUM | 100 | |
| Final Examination | 1 | 100 | | SUM | 100 | | Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 40 | | End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities | 60 | | SUM | 100 |
| | Language of Instruction | | Turkish | | Work Placement(s) | | None |
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| Workload Calculation |
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| Midterm Examination | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Final Examination | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Attending Lectures | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Project Preparation | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Self Study | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Individual Study for Mid term Examination | 1 | 8 | 8 |
| Homework | 14 | 3 | 42 |
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| Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes |
| LO1 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | | LO2 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | | LO3 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | | LO4 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | | LO5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 5 |
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| * Contribution Level : 1 Very low 2 Low 3 Medium 4 High 5 Very High |
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