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 Department:    MANF

 Course #:    122

 Credits:    2

 Variable:     No

 IUs:    2

 CIP:    150613

 EPC:    607

 REV:    2024

 Course Description  

Material Science is a study of the nature, structure, characteristics, and properties of natural and synthetic materials used in contemporary industry. Introduction to the industrial materials most often found in manufacturing operations and facilities ranging from traditional metals, ceramics, and polymers, to advanced engineering materials and composites. Emphasis will be placed on understanding how the structure and properties for industrial uses influence material selection, and the selection of processes used in the conversion of those materials into useful products.

 Prerequisite  

Prerequisite: None.

Contact Hours (based on 11 week quarter)

Lecture: 22

Lab: 0

Other: 0

Systems: 0

Clinical: 0

Intent: Distribution Requirement(s) Status:  

Vocational Preparatory Required for certificate  

Equivalencies At Other Institutions

Learning Outcomes

After completing this course, the student will be able to:

1. Outline the history behind development of industrial materials & how their use impacts the environment.
2. Describe the basic structure, chemical, physical and mechanical properties of various materials that influence product selection.
3. List and describe the criteria used for matching materials to product specifications.
4. Compare and contrast the behavior, properties, and characteristics of natural, engineered and advanced materials.
5. Identify the types, classifications, applications and processing techniques for various types of metals, plastics, thermoplastics, woods, ceramics, cement/concrete, composites and matrix materials.
6. Apply the knowledge of materials and the selection of production processes in the design phase of a product.

General Education Learning Values & Outcomes

Revised August 2008 and affects outlines for 2008 year 1 and later.

Course Contents

1. History of materials development and environmental impact.
2. Material and processes selection within the design process.
3. Basic structure, chemical, physical and mechanical properties of various materials.
4. Matching materials to product specifications.
5. Behavior, properties, and characteristics of natural and engineered materials.
6. Processing techniques for different types of metals, plastics, thermoplastics, woods, ceramics, cement/concrete and matrix materials.
7. Health hazards of working with various materials.
8. Composite manufacturing materials and processes.