Search result: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2018
Materials Science Bachelor | ||||||
1. Semester | ||||||
Basis Courses Part 1 | ||||||
First Year Examinations | ||||||
Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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401-0261-GUL | Analysis I | O | 8 credits | 5V + 3U | A. Steiger | |
Abstract | Differential and integral calculus for functions of one and several variables; vector analysis; ordinary differential equations of first and of higher order, systems of ordinary differential equations; power series. The mathematical methods are applied in a large number of examples from mechanics, physics and other areas which are basic to engineering. | |||||
Learning objective | Introduction to the mathematical foundations of engineering sciences, as far as concerning differential and integral calculus. | |||||
Literature | U. Stammbach: Analysis I/II | |||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Die Übungsaufgaben (inkl. Multiple Choice) sind ein wichtiger Bestandteil der Lehrveranstaltung. Es wird erwartet, dass Sie mindestens 75% der wöchentlichen Serien bearbeiten und zur Korrektur einreichen. | |||||
401-0151-00L | Linear Algebra | O | 5 credits | 3V + 2U | V. C. Gradinaru | |
Abstract | Contents: Linear systems - the Gaussian algorithm, matrices - LU decomposition, determinants, vector spaces, least squares - QR decomposition, linear maps, eigenvalue problem, normal forms - singular value decomposition; numerical aspects; introduction to MATLAB. | |||||
Learning objective | Einführung in die Lineare Algebra für Ingenieure unter Berücksichtigung numerischer Aspekte | |||||
Lecture notes | K. Nipp / D. Stoffer, Lineare Algebra, vdf Hochschulverlag, 5. Auflage 2002 | |||||
Literature | K. Nipp / D. Stoffer, Lineare Algebra, vdf Hochschulverlag, 5. Auflage 2002 | |||||
529-3001-02L | Chemistry I | O | 4 credits | 2V + 2U | C. Padeste, P. J. Walde, W. R. Caseri | |
Abstract | General Chemistry I: Stoichiometry, atoms, molecules, chemical bond and molecular structure, gases, solutions, chemical equilibrium, solubility, acids and bases, electrochemistry, thermodynamics, kinetics. | |||||
Learning objective | Introduction to general and inorganic chemistry. | |||||
Content | 1) Atoms, molecules, periodic table of the elements 2) Stoichiometry: Mole, chemical equations, elemental analyses 3) Reactions in water, stoichiometry in solutions 4) Thermochemistry: Energy and enthalpy, thermochemical equations, Hess theorem 5) Gases: Gas laws, reactions and stoichiometry in the gas phase, kinetic theory 6) Atomic structure and binding models: ionic, covalent and metallic bonds, Lewis- and resonance formula, electronegativity and polarity, VSEPR model 7) Liquids and solids, phase transitions 8) Solutions; dissolution processes, colligative properties 9) Kinetics: reaction rates, temperature dependence, reaction orders and reaction laws, collision theory, catalysis 10) Chemical equilibria: Equilibrium constants, activity and concentration, Le Chatelier's principle. 11) Acid-base equilibria: acid/base-concepts, pH calculations, buffer systems, titrations 12) Equilibria of dissolution and precipitation reactions 13) Thermodynamics: The three laws of thermodynamics, free enthalpy and equilibrium 14) Complexes: equilibria, structure and isomerism 15) Redox reactions and electrochemistry: Faraday's laws, electrode potential, Nernst equation | |||||
Lecture notes | Folienskript wird jeweils vor den Vorlesungsstunden als PDF versandt. | |||||
Literature | Peter W. Atkins, Loretta Jones. Chemie - einfach alles, 2. Auflage, Wiley-VCH (2006) Weinheim, ISBN 978-3-527-31579-6 Charles E. Mortimer, Ulrich Müller, Johannes Beck. Chemie; Das Basiswissen der Chemie. 12., Auflage; Thieme (2015); ISBN 978-3-13-484312-5. | |||||
327-0103-00L | Introduction to Materials Science | O | 3 credits | 3G | M. Niederberger, L. Heyderman, N. Spencer, P. Uggowitzer | |
Abstract | Fundamental knowledge and understanding of the atomistic and macroscopic concepts of material science. | |||||
Learning objective | Basic concepts in materials science. | |||||
Content | Contents: Atomic structure Atomic bonds Crystalline structure, perfection - imperfection Thermodynamics and phase diagrams Diffusion Mechanical properties Electric, magnetic and optical properties of materials Surfaces Materials ageing and failure | |||||
Literature | James F. Shackelford Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers 5th Ed., Prentice Hall, New Jersey, 2000 | |||||
327-0104-00L | Crystallography | O | 3 credits | 2V + 1U | T. Lottermoser | |
Abstract | Introduction into the fundamental relationships between chemical composition, crystal structure, symmetry and physical properties of solids. | |||||
Learning objective | Introduction into the fundamental relationships between chemical composition, crystal structure, symmetry and physical properties of solids. Emphasis: group-theoretical introduction into symmetry, discussion of the factors governing the formation of crystal structures, structural dependence of physical properties, fundamentals of experimental techniques probing the crystal structure. | |||||
Content | Symmetry and order: lattices, point groups, space groups. Crystal chemistry: geometrical, physical and chemical factors governing the formation of crystal structures; close sphere packings; typical basic crystal structures; lattice energy; magnetic crystals; quasicrystals. Structure/property relationships: Example quartz (piezoelectricity); perowskite and derivative structures (ferroelectrics and high-temperature superconductors); magnetic materials. Materials characterization: diffraction techniques, optical techniques. | |||||
Lecture notes | A script of the lecture until 2014 is available. Script notes for the present lecture will be provided before the start of the lecture. | |||||
Literature | Walter Borchardt-Ott: Kristallographie. Springer 2002. Dieter Schwarzenbach: Kristallographie. Springer 2001. | |||||
Prerequisites / Notice | Organisation: Two hours of lectures per week accompanied by one hour of exercises. |
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