Basic knowledge of the microstructure of metals and mechanical properties.
FMH3281 Metal Forming 7.5 credits

The course focuses on plastic deformation at high temperatures including thermal activation and modelling, the development of microstructures and textures, stereographic projection and common forming processes and defects.
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Course syllabus FMH3281 (Autumn 2020–)Content and learning outcomes
Course disposition
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Literature
Examination and completion
Grading scale
Examination
- KON1 - Partial exam, 1.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- INL1 - Written assignments, 2.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- RAP1 - Report, 1.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- SEM1 - Seminars, 0.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Written exam, 3.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
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The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Examiner
Ethical approach
- All members of a group are responsible for the group's work.
- In any assessment, every student shall honestly disclose any help received and sources used.
- In an oral assessment, every student shall be able to present and answer questions about the entire assignment and solution.
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Supplementary information
The course is given together with the course MH2281 Metal Forming, 6.0 credits.
The courses have the same content, but FMH3281 also includes linking the course knowledge to a research area.