FSE3421 Mechanical Behaviour of Materials 12.0 credits
This is a study of literature course where the mechanical behaviour of a specific class of materials is studied in detail. In particular, relevant constitutive modelling of the material class is of interest. The course is offered as a self-study course and is examined by a written report.
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Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
The mechanical properties of a specific class of materials will be studied in detail through a literature study.
Intended learning outcomes
After completing the course the student shall understand and be able to give a detailed account on the mechanical properties of a specific class of materials relevant for the PhD studies of the student.
Course disposition
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Basic course in solid mechanics and advanced course in material mechanics.
Recommended prerequisites
FSE3111 Continuum Mechanics
Equipment
Literature
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- RAP1 - Report, 12.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
Other requirements for final grade
In order to achieve the course grade pass (P), the student must have achieved the grade pass on RAP1 above.
Opportunity to complete the requirements via supplementary examination
Opportunity to raise an approved grade via renewed examination
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.
Further information
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