MTE3507

Ceramics I

(ENG)

4 points + 24 lectures plus tutorials + First semester + Clayton

Synopsis: Classification and general properties of ceramics, crystal structures of ceramics and minerals. Preparation of ceramic powders, green body shaping, solid state sintering, liquid phase sintering, hot-pressing. Microstructures and grain boundary engineering. Glass and glass-ceramics. Mechanical properties, thermal, electrical and optical properties.

Assessment: Examinations: 85% + Practical reports: 15%