Lectures:
1. Role of the materials in human civilisation evolution
2. Basic classification of materials – natural, technical – structural, functional – examples.
3. Properties of materials - classification, examples from various branches.
4. Internal structure of materials.
5. Principal methods of materials testing – structure, properties.
6. Metals and alloys – classification, principal properties, examples.
7. Ceramic materials - classification, principal properties, examples.
8. Polymers and composites - classification, principal properties, examples.
9. Examples of materials used in medicine.
10. Examples of materials used in sports.