This course is part of the Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications Specialization

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Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications SpecializationArizona State University

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This course will introduce age hardening and how to use a phase diagram to identify an alloy that is eligible for age hardening. The key factors that affect nucleation and crystal growth will be investigated. In addition, an introduction to polymer science will be given. The key differences between thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers will be introduced. Strengthening mechanisms will be introduced. We explore what happens to the properties of a polymer as you increase or decrease the extent of cross-linking. major polymer synthesis methods will be shown. We will review polymer selection for various applications. In addition, how structural properties vary with temperature will be presented. We explore the significance of the glass transition temperature of a polymer to its thermal and mechanical properties.

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Course 2 of 4 in the

Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications Specialization

Intermediate Level

To be successful in this course, you should have a background in high school physics and/or chemistry.

Approx. 23 hours to complete

English

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What you will learn

The use of the phase diagram to strengthen alloy steels and be able to predict microstucture during age hardening.

Flexible deadlines

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Course 2 of 4 in the

Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications Specialization

Intermediate Level

To be successful in this course, you should have a background in high school physics and/or chemistry.

Approx. 23 hours to complete

English

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Instructor

Terry Alford

1,932 Learners

8 Courses

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Arizona State University

Arizona State University has developed a new model for the American Research University, creating an institution that is committed to excellence, access and impact. ASU measures itself by those it includes, not by those it excludes. ASU pursues research that contributes to the public good, and ASU assumes major responsibility for the economic, social and cultural vitality of the communities that surround it.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

5 minutes to complete

Hardening, Polymers, Properties

This course will introduce age hardening and how to use a phase diagram to identify an alloy that is eligible for age hardening. The key factors that affect nucleation and crystal growth will be investigated. In addition, an introduction to polymer science will be given. The key differences between thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers will be introduced. Strengthening mechanisms will be introduced. We explore what happens to the properties of a polymer as you increase or decrease the extent of cross-linking. major polymer synthesis methods will be shown. We will review polymer selection for various applications. In addition, how structural properties vary with temperature will be presented. We explore the significance of the glass transition temperature of a polymer to its thermal and mechanical properties.

5 minutes to complete

1 video (Total 2 min), 1 reading

Week2

Week 2

5 hours to complete

Module 1: Age Hardening Alloys

5 hours to complete

3 videos (Total 17 min), 6 readings, 1 quiz

3 videos

Age Hardening, Part 17mAge Hardening, Part 24mAge Hardening, Part 35m

6 readings

Lesson 1 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 16, Phase Diagrams V -- Age Hardening1hLesson 2 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 16, Phase Diagrams V -- Age Hardening1hLesson 3 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 16, Phase Diagrams V -- Age Hardening1h

1 practice exercise

Phase Diagrams V – Age Hardening Quiz30m

Week3

Week 3

7 hours to complete

Module 2: Polymers

7 hours to complete

6 videos (Total 35 min), 8 readings, 1 quiz

6 videos

Polymers, Part 19mPolymers, Part 24mPolymer Concepts, Part 14mPolymer Concepts, Part 25mPolymer Synthesis, Part 14mPolymer Synthesis, Part 25m

8 readings

Lesson 1 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis1hLesson 2 Overview1m Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis1hLesson 3 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis1hLesson 4 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis1h

1 practice exercise

Polymers I – Concepts and Synthesis Quiz30m

Week4

Week 4

5 hours to complete

Module 3: Polymer Processing

5 hours to complete

3 videos (Total 21 min), 6 readings, 1 quiz

3 videos

Polymer Processing, Part 16mPolymer Processing, Part 27mPolymer Processing, Part 37m

6 readings

Lesson 1 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 18, Polymers II -- Processing1hLesson 2 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 18, Polymers II -- Processing1hLesson 3 Overview1mIntroduction to Materials Science, Chapter 18, Polymers II -- Processing1h

1 practice exercise

Polymers II Processing Quiz30m

About the Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications Specialization

This specialization extends upon the initial introduction specialization, and like the other specialization, it introduces a limited number of new materials science and engineering concepts. Presentations are at the concept level without being marred in heavy mathematics. Topics in this specialization topic include strengthening of metal, polymers, ceramic materials, and composite. Some of the position titles that may benefit from this course include Materials Engineer, Chemical Engineer, Electrical Engineer, Aerospace Engineer, Materials Quality Control. Others who are want to explore the world of materials will find it helpful.

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Hardening, Polymers, Properties

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