MT-701 Thermodynamics and Kinetics of Materials

The course is connected to the following study programs

• PhD Programme in Engineering and Science

Teaching language

English

Recommended prerequisites

Basic courses in thermodynamics, kinetics, heat transport and mass transport.

Course contents

Thermodynamics and kinetics offer important tools and understanding of materials and their properties, both in equilibrium and during processing. The aim of the course is to give the students knowledge in how thermodynamic phenomena and kinetic processes can be applied to bulk and nanomaterials, as well as how it can be used to formulate and solve problems relevant to their own research. The course will review the basics of thermodynamic equilibrium, phase diagrams, reaction kinetics, heat transport and mass transport in both solids and fluids.

Learning outcomes

On completing the course, the student will be able to:

• apply thermodynamic equations to materials science problems.
• interpret binary and ternary phase diagrams.
• discuss and solve chemical reaction problems.
• define and solve heat transport and mass transport problems.

Examination requirements

To be allowed to attend the exam, the assignments must have been approved.

 

Teaching methods

The teaching will be a combination of lectures, exercises and self-study. The course is primary intended for Doctoral degree students at the Faculty of Science and Technology. However, external students may be accepted into the course after careful evaluation. Lectures will be given partly in person and on-line.

Admission for external candidates

No.

Offered as Single Standing Module

Yes.

Admission Requirement if given as Single Standing Module

Must be admitted to a PhD programme.

Assessment methods and criteria

Oral examination. Pass/Fail.   

Other information

Resources

Thermodynamics in Materials Science, Robert DeHoff, CRC Press, 2nd edition, 2006 (ISBN 0849340659).   HSC Chemistry can be used.