Search result: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2018
Materials Science Bachelor  | ||||||
 5. Semester | ||||||
| Basic Courses Part 2 | ||||||
| Examination Block 6 | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
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| 327-0502-00L | Polymers I | O | 3 credits | 2V + 1U | M. Kröger | |
| Abstract | Physical foundations of single polymer molecules and interacting chains. | |||||
| Learning objective | The course offers a modern approach to the understanding of universal static and dynamic properties of polymers. | |||||
| Content | Polymer Physics: 1. Introduction to Polymer Physics, Random Walks 2. Excluded Volume 3. Structure Factor from Scattering Experiments 4. Persistence 5. Solvent and Temperature Effects 6. Flory theory 7. Self-consistent field theory 8. Interacting Chains, Phase Separation and Critical Phenomena 9. Rheology 10. Numerical methods in polymer physics, computer experiments | |||||
| Lecture notes | A script is available at http://www.polyphys.mat.ethz.ch/education/courses/polymere-I | |||||
| Literature | 1. M. Rubinstein and R. H. Colby, Polymer Physics (Oxford University Press, 2003) 2. P. G. de Gennes, Scaling Concepts in Polymer Physics (Cornell University Press, Ithaca, 1979) 3. M. Doi, Introduction to Polymer Physics (Oxford, Oxford, 2006) 4. M. Kröger, Models for polymeric and anisotropic liquids (Springer, Berlin, 2005) | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Computer experiments will use the simple MATLAB programming language and will be made available, if necessary or useful. | |||||
| 327-0503-00L | Ceramics I | O | 3 credits | 2V + 1U | M. Niederberger, T. Graule, A. R. Studart | |
| Abstract | Introduction to ceramic processing. | |||||
| Learning objective | The aim is the understanding of the basic principles of ceramic processing. | |||||
| Content | Basic chemical processes for powder production. Liquid-phase synthesis methods. Sol-Gel processes. Classical crystallization theory. Gas phase reactions. Basics of the collidal chemistry for suspension preparation and control. Characterization techniques for powders and colloids. Shaping techniques for bulk components and thin films. Sintering processes and microstructural control. | |||||
| Literature | Books and references will be given on the lecture notes. | |||||
| 327-2131-00L | Materials of Life  Only for Materials Science BSc. | O | 3 credits | 3G | E. Dufresne | |
| Abstract | This course examines the materials underlying living systems. We will consider the basic building blocks of biological systems, the processes which organize them, the resulting structures, their properties and functions. | |||||
| Learning objective | Students will apply basic materials science concepts in a new context while deepening their knowledge of biology. Emphasis on estimating key physical quantities through 'back of the envelope' estimates and simple numerical calculations. | |||||
| Content | I. The physics of life a. Length scales b. Time scales c. Energy flow II. The chemistry of life: a. Water: key properties and interactions b. Macromolecules i. Nucleic Acids ii. Proteins iii. Carbohydrates c. Lipids: phase behaviour d. Inorganics III. Living Materials in Cellular Physiology a. Nucleus: information and control b. Cytoskeleton: mechanics c. Mitochondria: energy d. Plasma Membrane: compartmentalization and transport IV. Living Tissues as Materials a. Muscle: active material b. Bone: remodeled material c. Wood: hierarchical material | |||||
| Lecture notes | Lecture notes will be available for download after each lecture. | |||||
| Basic Courses Part 3 | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
| 327-0511-00L | Practical Course V | O | 6 credits | 8P | M. B. Willeke, J. F. Löffler | |
| Abstract | Acquisition of independent scientific-technical skills; project management; organization and undertaking of experiments; interpretation, scientifically and technically correct project presentation in oral and written form. | |||||
| Learning objective | Acquisition of independent scientific/technical skills; project management; organization and conducting of experiments; interpretation and scientifically/technically correct presentation of projects in oral and written form. | |||||
| Content | Supervision by D-MATL research Groups. Groups of students (2 or 3 per group) each work on a research project throughout the semester. | |||||
| Prerequisites / Notice | Prerequisite: Successful participation in the "Praktika I - IV" (courses within the material science bachelor study at ETH) or comparable practical lab courses. | |||||
| Compensatory Courses Only possible after consultation with the Director of Studies. | ||||||
| Industrial Internship or Project | ||||||
| Number | Title | Type | ECTS | Hours | Lecturers | |
| 327-0001-00L | Industrial Internship Only for Materials Science BSc. | W | 10 credits | external organisers | ||
| Abstract | 12 weeks of industrial internship which is completed with a written report. | |||||
| Learning objective | The main objective of the 12-week internship is to expose bachelor's students to the industrial work environment. During this period, students have the opportunity to be involved in on-going projects at the host institution. | |||||
| 327-0002-00L | Project Carrying out outside of D-MATL: Only possible after consultation with the Director of Studies. | W | 10 credits | 21P | Lecturers | |
| Abstract | Project in a research group at ETH or at an University of 12 weeks. The project is completed with a written report. | |||||
| Learning objective | The main objective of the 12-week research project is to expose bachelor's students to the professional research environment. During this period, students have the opportunity to be involved in on-going projects at the host institution. | |||||
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