COURSE 3911 CHEMISTRY AND PHYSICS OF MATERIALS I
TERM: FALL 2015
INSTRUCTOR- Anand M. Sharan, EN 3047, Tel: 8930
E-mail: asharan@mun.ca
LECTURES 2 TO 3:15 P.M. ROOM 2040 – TUESDAYS AND THURSDAYS
TUTORIALS : TUE 4-4:50 P.M.
OFFICE HOURS FOR CONSULTATIONS: 11:30 A.M. To 1:30 P.M.
TUESDAYS ( EN-3047 )
CREDIT VALUE:
3 credits
CALENDAR ENTRY:
3911 Chemistry and Physics of Engineering Materials I is an introduction
to the structure and properties of engineering materials, in particular
materials, semiconductors, ceramics, glasses and polymers. Topics include
a review of atomic bonding, discussion of basic crystalline and amorphous
structures, point and line defects, and the role these structural features play
in elastic and plastic deformations, yield, fracture, glass transition, thermal
conductivity, thermal expansion, specific heat and electrical conductivity.
CR: the former ENGI 2205
LH: at least four 3-hour sessions per semester
OR: tutorial 1 hour per week
PR: Chemistry 1050.
RESOURCES:
Text book Required
 W.D. Callister, Jr., and D.G. Rethwisch, Materials Science and
Engineering: An Introduction (8th Edition), John Wiley & Sons, Inc.,
2010, ISBN: 978-0-470-41997-7. One can also use 7th or 9th
Editions
REFERENCES
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Students are encouraged to make use of QEII library, the world-wideweb (www), and internet resources in addition to the textbook to help
learn concepts and write reports.
COURSE CONTENTS
CHAPTERS 1 to 4 ; 6, 7 ; 12.1 to 12. 5; 14. 1 to 14.12; 18.1 to 18.12 ; 19
( a ) REFER TO THE WEB
http://www.engr.mun.ca/~asharan/courses/3911_LECTURES/
FOR LECTURE NOTES (TRANSPARENCIES)
(b) ALWAYS CHECK THE FILE CALLED
NOTICE_BOARD_2015.doc IN THIS
WEB DIRECTORY FOR INSTRUCTOR’S MESSAGES TO THE STUDENTS.
MAJOR TOPICS:
 Ch1: Introduction to Materials Science & Engineering
 Ch2: Atomic Structure & Interatomic Bonding
 Ch3: The Structure of Crystalline Solids
 Ch4: Imperfections in Solids
 Ch6: Mechanical Properties
 Ch7: Deformation & Strengthening Mechanisms
 Ch12: Structures & Properties of Ceramics
 Ch14: Polymer Structures
 Ch18: Electrical Properties
 Ch19: Thermal Properties
 Laboratories
REFER TO: http://www.engr.mun.ca/~asharan/courses/3911_LABS/
FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING LAB MANUALS
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 Laboratory 1: ( a ) VERNIERS AND UNCERTAINITIES, ( b )
APPLICATIONS OF SEMICONDUCTORS IN THE FIELD OF
ALTERNATE ENERGY
 Laboratory 2: ELASTIC PROPERTIES OF RUBBER
 Laboratory 3: ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE AND RESISTIVITY
Laboratory 4: THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY
Learning Outcomes for ENGI 3911 Chemistry and Physics of Engineered
Materials I
After completion of this course, the student should be able to perform the
following skills successfully:
1. Crystallography and Crystal Structures
a. Identify, draw, and describe the structures of crystalline solids (simple
cubic, BCC, FCC, HCP)
b. Define what crystal systems are and determine crystallographic
directions and planes
2. Mechanical Properties of Materials
a. Define imperfections in solids and their effect on mechanical
properties of materials (impurities, dislocations, grain boundaries)
b. Define and describe stress-strain behavior of metals, polymers, and
ceramics
c. Define the mechanical properties of strength, ductility, hardness,
elasticity, stiffness, plasticity and identify them on a stress-strain
curve
d. Be familiar with experimental testing of tensile-compressive-loading
hardness testing methods (Rockwell, Brinell, Vickers)
3. Phase Diagrams
a. Define and describe the features of a binary phase diagram (phases,
compositions, mass fractions, microstructures)
4. Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Ceramic Structures
a. Describe the different crystal structures of ceramics
b. Describe the characteristic mechanical properties of ceramics
5. Microstructural and Mechanical Properties of Polymer Structures
a. Describe the different types of polymers (thermoplastics, thermosets)
b. Describe the characteristic mechanical properties of polymers
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In relation to the Engineering profession, the learning outcomes for the course
are for the students to:
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Understand and elaborate upon the role and relevance of materials science in
Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering,
Ocean/Naval Engineering, and Process Engineering
Show that they are knowledgeable about the fundamental classes of
materials and their structure and properties
Engage in introductory discussions about the processing, applications and
performance of the fundamental classes of materials involved in materials
selection and design problems
Use experimental techniques and computational skills, along with critical
thinking, to address and analyze material property questions
See the role of materials science in a well-rounded Engineering education,
preparing them to contribute effectively as individual professional and as
team members in academia, industry and government
Engage in integrating materials engineering concepts with societal issues of
economics, innovation, technology, ethics, quality of life and human values;
Communicate effectively – orally and in writing– the concepts and results of
materials science and engineering investigations to both technical and nontechnical audiences
Recognize that the field of materials has a deep history and is continually
evolving as new knowledge and materials are developed, requiring
consistent consideration (“lifelong scholarship”)
Develop an awareness of modern materials engineering practice and interest
in current issues in the application of materials
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MARKS BREAKDOWN
BETTER OF THE TWO OPTIONS
ASSIGNMENT
LAB
TEST ( OCT 22, 2015 )
TENTATIVE
FINAL
TOTAL
Assignments
5%
Assignment 1(Ch2)
Assignment 2(Ch3)
Assignment 3(Ch4)
Assignment 4(Ch6)
Assignment 5(Ch7)
Labs (4 total)
OPTION 1
5
15
25
OPTION 2
5
15
30
55
100
50
100
(1% each)
Sept 24
Oct 1
Oct 8
Oct 29
Nov 5
15% Due at the end of each Laboratory
Assignments are submitted individually ( a ) in class or ( b ) in the General
Office by 4 P.M. on the due date. Late assignments will not be marked unless the
student provides a medical doctors note (sickness). All labs are required to be
performed and the students are required to read the lab manual before coming to
the lab. If a student does not participate in a lab then he or she will receive an
incomplete in the course. Lab reports have to be written in the lab itself and handed
in at the end before leaving the lab. The students have to bring and submit labs in a
lab notebook (one per group). Calculators for midterm and final exam should be a
simple non-programmable. If notes or formulas can be stored on the calculator
then they should be deleted prior to the midterm or final exam, since this
constitutes an Academic Offence “using unauthorized aids” page 77 of the MUN
2012-2013 Calendar.
PLEASE NOTE:
( 1 ) TEST AND FINAL – CLOSED BOOK ;
NO FORMULA SHEETS ALLOWED. PROBLEMS TO BE SOLVED
USING FORMULAS GIVEN IN THE TEST OR FINAL
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SIMPLE CALCULATOR IS ALLOWED.
( 2 ) TEST AND FINAL TOGETHER = 80 MARKS , WHICH WILL HAVE
THEORY QUESTIONS = 65 MARKS MORE OR LESS, AND
NUMERICAL PROBLEMS = 15 MARKS APPROXIMATELY.
(3) NUMERICAL PROBLEMS WILL BE SIMILAR TO ASSIGNMENTS
QUESTIONS OR WORKED OUT PROBLEMS IN THE BOOK OR IN THE
CLASS.
( 4 ) THE TEST OR FINAL –HAS TO BE WRITTEN IN INK WITH A
FONT SIZE APPROXIMATELY EQUAL TO 12 OR GREATER
( 5 ) ANY SKETCHES DRAWN HAVE TO BE CLEAR AND CLEAN.
LABS
( 6 ) LAB INSTRUCTIONS CAN BE DOWNLOADED FROM MY WEB
http://www.engr.mun.ca/~asharan/courses/3911_LABS/
FOR LAB 1, PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE FOLLOWING FILES FROM
THE ABOVE WEBSITE :
LabManual2009.doc
05-Sep-2009 15:35 40K
INSTRUCTIONS_LAB1.pdf
03-Sep-2009 14:08 691K
CALIP_MICRO_UNCERT_V1.pdf
09-Sep-2009 14:25 568K
USE_OF_SEMICONDUCTING_MATERIALS.docx
( 7 ) LAB TEACHING ASSISTANTS WILL SHOW - HOW TO DO THE
LABS, AND WILL HELP YOU IN WRITING YOUR REPORTS.
REPORTS CAN BE WRITTEN USING FIGURES IN THE INSTRUCTION
MANUAL. YOU CAN BRING YOUR OWN DIGITAL CAMERA AND
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TAKE PHOTO OF THE APPARATUS WHICH CAN REPLACE
SKETCHING WHILE EXPLAINING IN YOUR REPORT.
( 8 ) NAME OF EACH STUDENT HAS TO BE WRITTEN IN THE
REPORT. LAB INSTRUCTORS WILL RECORD THE NAME OF ANY
STUDENT WHO WILL BE ABSENT
( 9 ) AGAIN, ALL THE LABS ARE REQUIRED TO BE PERFORMED TO COMLETE THE COURSE.
(14) TO DOWNLOAD THE LECTURE TRANSPARENCIES – STUDENTS
HAVE TO PURCHASE 7th, or 8th, or 9th EDITION OF THE TEXTBOOK.
ACADEMIC INTEGRITY AND PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT:
Students are expected to conduct themselves in all aspects of the course
at the highest level of academic integrity. Any student found to commit
academic misconduct will be dealt with according to the Faculty and
University practices. More information is available at
www.engr.mun.ca/undergrad/academicintegrity.
Students are encouraged to consult the Faculty of Engineering and Applied
Science Student Code of Conduct at
http://www.engr.mun.ca/policies/codeofconduct.php and Memorial
University’s Code of Student Conduct at
http://www.mun.ca/student/home/conduct.php.
LAB SAFETY:
Students are expected to demonstrate awareness of, and personal
accountability for, safe laboratory conduct. Appropriate personal protective
equipment (PPE) must be worn (e.g. steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, etc.)
and safe work practices must be followed as indicated for individual
laboratories, materials and equipment. Students will immediately report
any concerns regarding safety to the teaching assistant, staff technologist,
and professor.
CSA approved safety shoes and safety glasses are required in designated
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laboratories as per the current safety policy (see Laboratory supervisor: Mr
Haibing Wang, Office EN-1020).
INCLUSION AND EQUITY:
Students who require physical or academic accommodations are
encouraged to speak privately to the instructor so that appropriate
arrangements can be made to ensure your full participation in the course.
All conversations will remain confidential.
The university experience is enriched by the diversity of viewpoints, values,
and backgrounds that each class participant possesses. In order for this
course to encourage as much insightful and comprehensive discussion
among class participants as possible, there is an expectation that dialogue
will be collegial and respectful across disciplinary, cultural, and personal
boundaries.
STUDENT ASSISTANCE: Student Affairs and Services offers help and
support in a variety of areas, both academic and personal. More
information can be found at www.mun.ca/student.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
In general, students who behave professionally, attend class, perform all of
the components of the course, manage their time on task efficiently, and
study for the major components (midterm, final exams) ahead of schedule
tend to perform better than those who do not.
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