This course is an introduction to the concept of "materials" in their science and applications, aimed at

• Understanding the concepts of atomic structure and bonds, crystal structure.
• Understanding the mechanical properties of materials and the ability to reduce imperfections and failures
• Understanding the structure and nature of metals and their alloys Understanding the structure and nature of ceramics and polymers as well as composites.
• Understanding the technologies used in the processing of ceramic, polymer and composite materials.

Upon successful completion of the course the student will have skills such as:

1. Ability to select suitable materials for the industrial production of products
2. Ability to develop processing technologies depending on the material to be used
3. Ability to solve problems related to the materials industry.

• Review, analysis and synthesis of data and information, with the use of necessary technologies
• Team work
• Autonomous work
• Protect the natural environment

• The concept of “material”; atomic structure and bonds; crystalline and amorphous structure;
• Mechanical properties; defects and reinforcing mechanisms; failure and ultimate properties;
• Phase diagrams of metals and microstructure development; metal alloys;
• Structure, properties and processing of ceramics;
• Structure properties and processing of polymers;
• Composites;
• Material selection for the design and manufacturing of products. 

Use of Information and Communication Technology

• Power point presentations
• E-class support

Assessment Method

I.  Written, open book and notes, final examination (>60%)
II. 4 problem sets with 25 questions each (<40%)

•  W.D. Callister, Επιστήμη και Τεχνολογία Υλικών, εκδ. Τζιόλα