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Non-ferrous metals alloys

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Course Unit Code637-2008/01
Number of ECTS Credits Allocated5 ECTS credits
Type of Course Unit *Choice-compulsory type B
Level of Course Unit *First Cycle
Year of Study *Third Year
Semester when the Course Unit is deliveredWinter Semester
Mode of DeliveryFace-to-face
Language of InstructionCzech
Prerequisites and Co-Requisites Course succeeds to compulsory courses of previous semester
Name of Lecturer(s)Personal IDName
LOS35doc. Dr. Ing. Monika Losertová
MAL37doc. Ing. Jitka Malcharcziková, Ph.D.
SZU02doc. Ing. Ivo Szurman, Ph.D.
Summary
The aim of the subject is to make the knowledge of basic properties and applications of metals and their alloys in relation with basic knowledge of material science. Heat treatment, structure and phase constitution of selected alloys are mentionned in relation with their physical, mechanical, corrosion and other properties as well as with their application. Knowledge enables to students acquiring survey of trends of new material development and of used present-day materials.
Learning Outcomes of the Course Unit
Student should be able to do the following:
- classify nonferrous alloys according different criteria and make an overview of their basic properties
- define and explain the effect of parameters of processing or treatment on properties of selected alloys
- explain the structure, microstructure and properties relationship of materials on the base of nonferrous metals
- select material and optimize its properties in relation of given condition of service
- qualify and evaluate possible application and the advantages
- apply knowledge on the solution of technical problems
Course Contents
· Overview of materials, their properties and applications.
· Copper alloys, classification, alloying elements, structure, phase diagrams, thermal treatment, microstructure, properties and applications.
· Nickel alloys, classification, alloying elements, structure, phase diagrams, thermal treatment, microstructure, properties and applications. Ni-based superalloys.
· Cobalt alloys, classification, structure, thermal treatment, properties and applications. Co- based superalloys.
· Alloys on the base of Zn, Sn or Pb, structure, properties and applications.
· Alloys on the base of aluminum. Classification, alloying elements, phase diagrams, thermal treatment, structure, microstructure, properties and applications. Metal matrix composites on the base of aluminum allloys.
· Magnesium alloys. Classification, alloying elements, phase diagrams, thermal treatment, structure, microstructure, properties and applications.
· Alloys on the base of Li or Be, structure, properties and applications.
· Titanium alloys. Classification, alloying elements, phase diagrams, thermal treatment, structure, microstructure, properties and applications.
· Alloys on the base of W, Nb or Ta, properties and application.
· Zirconium alloys, alloying elements, phase diagrams, microstructure, properties and applications.
· Uranium alloys. Rare earth alloys. Properties and applications.
Recommended or Required Reading
Required Reading:
[1] ABEL, L. A., ed. ASM handbook: Properties and selection: Nonferrous Alloys and Special-Purpose Material. Volume 2,10th edition. Materials Park: ASM International, 2000. ISBN 0-87170-378-5
[2] DAVIS, J.R. Metals Handbook, Desk Edition, ASM International, 1998, ISBN 0-87170-654-7
[1] LOSERTOVÁ, M. Neželezné kovy a jejich slitiny. Studijní opora k předmětu, Ostrava: VŠB-TU Ostrava, 2013.
[2] MICHNA, Š. aj. Encyklopedie hliníku. Prešov: Adin, 2005. ISBN 80-89041-88-4
[3] FIALA, J., V. MENTL a P. ŠUTTA. Struktura a vlastnosti materiálů. Academia, nakl. AV ČR, 2003.ISBN 80-200-1223-0.
[4] ABEL, L. A., ed. ASM handbook: Properties and selection: Nonferrous Alloys and Special-Purpose Material. Volume 2,10th edition. Materials Park: ASM International, 2000. ISBN 0-87170-378-5
Recommended Reading:
[1] DONACHIE, M.J. Titanium. A Technical Guide. Ohio: ASM International Park, 2000. ISBN 0-87170-309-2
[2] ASM handbook. Volume 9, Metallography and microstructures. Materials Park: ASM International, 9 th edition, 2000. ISBN 0-87170-007-7
[3] TOTTEN, G. E. and D. S. MACKENZIE. Handbook of Aluminium. Vol. 1: Physical Metallurgy and Processes. CRC Press, 2003. ISBN 9780824704940
[4] LEYENS, Ch. and M. PETERS, ed. Titanium and Titanium Alloys. Fundamentals and Applications. Weinheim: WILEY-VCH Verlag GmbH & Co. 2003. ISBN 3-527-30534-3
[1] POKLUDA, J., KROUPA, F. a L. OBDRŽÁLEK. Mechanické vlastnosti a struktura pevných látek. Brno: Vysoké učení technické, 1994. ISBN: 80-214-0575-9
[2] LUKÁČ, I. a Š. MICHNA. Atlas struktur a vad u hliníku a jeho slitin. Děčín: DeltaPrint, 1999. ISBN 80-238-4611-6
[3] ASM handbook. Volume 9, Metallography and microstructures. Materials Park: ASM International, 9 th edition, 2000. ISBN 0-87170-007-7
[4] DAVIS, J. R., ed. Metals Handbook. Desk Edition. ASM International, 1998, ISBN 0-87170-654-7
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
Lectures, Individual consultations, Tutorials, Experimental work in labs, Project work, Other activities
Assesment methods and criteria
Task TitleTask TypeMaximum Number of Points
(Act. for Subtasks)
Minimum Number of Points for Task Passing
Credit and ExaminationCredit and Examination100 (100)51
        CreditCredit45 25
        ExaminationExamination55 15