Analysis of Materials and Products

11B2349

Bachelor

German

5.0

only summer term

1 semester

Nowadays, material and surface analysis methods for products are part of the standard knowledge of an engineer who deals with materials and their manufacturing methods or application. In order to be able to reliably evaluate processes, knowledge of rapid composition and microstructure determination as well as surface properties is required.

1. imaging and analytical methods for material and product analysis, resolution and detection limits

2. implementation principles of material analysis and product analysis

3. material, microstructure and structure analysis - selection and resolution limits of suitable methods for crystalline materials

4. fundamentals of surface and depth profile analysis, practical tips and resolution limits for predominantly crystalline materials 

The total workload for the module is 150 hours (see also "ECTS credit points and grading").

• Written examination

• Field work / Experimental work

Graded examination
- Written examination: see the applicable study regulations

Ungraded examination
- Experimental work: The practical course comprises 4-6 practical experiments, with corresponding reports.

Basic knowledge of physics and materials engineering is expected in the module.

Students who would like to refresh their knowledge and skills before starting the module are recommended to read the following basic literature: Oettel, H., & Schumann, H. (Eds.). (2011). Metallografie: mit einer Einführung in die Keramografie. John Wiley & Sons.

The students know the standard methods for microstructure and surface analysis as well as the basic process steps for analysing materials and can evaluate the results.

Students have detailed knowledge and understanding in the field of materials analysis that reflects the latest state of knowledge/research. They have a basic knowledge of the test conditions and analysis procedures.

Students can define the advantages and disadvantages of the methods. You will be able to carry out simple basic microscopy and spectrometry procedures independently.

Students will be able to derive company-specific testing and analysis specifications for standard applications.

After completing the course, students will be able to communicate effectively with other specialists with regard to simple analytical, material-specific questions, whether within their specialism or with people from other disciplines. They will be able to solve analytical problems efficiently and in a goal-orientated manner and present the results appropriately.

After completing the course, students will be able to reflect on the device-specific analysis limits and errors and select suitable analytical techniques for specific problems in a cost-efficient manner and justify their necessity objectively.

• Strickstrock, Monika

• Strickstrock, Monika