Description of Individual Course Units
Course Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleType of Course UnitYear of StudySemesterNumber of ECTS Credits
180104008108COMPOSITE MATERIALSElective485
Level of Course Unit
First Cycle
Objectives of the Course
To gain competencies regarding composite materials
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes
1Explain the classification of composite materials
2Be able to explain fiber reinforcement materials
3Be able to explain epoxy and polyester resins
4Deterioration of composite materials due to environmental effects can explain
Mode of Delivery
Daytime Class
Prerequisites and co-requisities
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course Contents
Composite materials
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTheoreticalPracticeLaboratory
1Definition and general properties of composite materials
2Classification and properties of composite materials
3Classification and properties of composite materials
4Usage areas of composite materials
5Materials used in composite production (matrix materials, fibres)
6Materials used in composite production (matrix materials, fibres)
7Midterm
8Production methods of composite materials
9Production methods of composite materials
10Design principles in the use of composite materials (Loading Condition, Thermal and Electrical Loading, Fatigue, Impact and Toughness, Chemical Loading and Environmental Conditions
11Design principles in the use of composite materials (Loading Condition, Thermal and Electrical Loading, Fatigue, Impact and Toughness, Chemical Loading and Environmental Conditions
12Design principles in the use of composite materials (Loading Condition, Thermal and Electrical Loading, Fatigue, Impact and Toughness, Chemical Loading and Environmental Conditions
13Latest developments in composite materials
Recommended or Required Reading
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Midterm Examination120
Quiz120
Attending Lectures75
Laboratory25
Question-Answer55
Team/Group Work55
Observation55
Criticising Paper210
Self Study75
Oral Examination15
Performance75
Homework510
SUM100
End Of Term (or Year) Learning ActivitiesQuantityWeight
Final Examination150
Quiz110
Observation110
Report Presentation110
Individual Study for Final Examination110
Oral Examination110
SUM100
Term (or Year) Learning Activities40
End Of Term (or Year) Learning Activities60
SUM100
Language of Instruction
Turkish
Work Placement(s)
Workload Calculation
ActivitiesNumberTime (hours)Total Work Load (hours)
Midterm Examination122
Final Examination122
Quiz111
Laboratory3412
Question-Answer4520
Team/Group Work31236
Experiment236
Observation8216
Brain Storming2510
Criticising Paper224
Oral Examination212
Individual Study for Quiz2816
Homework4624
TOTAL WORKLOAD (hours)151
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