Introduction to Ceramic and Glass Materials

3 credits · Undergraduate

Advanced ceramic and glass materials are utilised across a broad range of applications. Some of the varied examples include space shuttle heat resistant tiles, ballistic protection, Li-ion batteries, fibre-optic cables, artificial hip and knee joints, and automotive brake discs. This course will introduce various topics relating to ceramic and glass structure, processing, and physical properties. 3D printing (additive manufacturing) approaches for ceramic materials will also be discussed. The laboratory experiments are designed to illustrate the lecture material, including shape forming by slip casting and 3D printing, sintering, microstructure characterisation (scanning electron microscopy), and mechanical behaviour (hardness/toughness). PREREQUISITES: MECH 3100.03 & MECH 3200.03 EXCLUSIONS: MATL 6190 FORMATS: Lecture | Lab