Content, progress and pedagogy of the module

To provide the student with a foundation for the properties and applications of different materials and manufacturing processes.

The student should acquire an understanding of basic properties of materials and typical manufacturing processes. This provides a foundation for students to select materials and manufacturing processes bridging idea and production.

Learning objectives

Knowledge

• Must have knowledge about commonly used materials, and their related properties and the required manufacturing processes.
• Must have knowledge about commonly used manufacturing processes                   

Skills

• Must be able to choose and use a specific material according to a specified product and production requirement.
• Must be able to choose and use the right manufacturing processes for a given material and desired outcome.
• Must be able to discuss/assess the quality of process outcome.

Competences

• Must have competencies in choosing and using the right material and manufacturing process for a specific desired outcome.

Type of instruction

The teaching is organized in accordance with the general form of teaching. Please see the programme cirruculum §17.

Extent and expected workload

Since it is a 5 ECTS course module the expected workload is 150 hours for the student.

Exam

Exams