The main focus of the course is related to the following topics: Fibers and polymer matrices, particles (nano to microscale), fiber-matrix interface, nanocomposites and short fiber composites, geometric aspects, processing methods and processing science of conventional and nanocomposites, elastic properties and strength of unidirectional composites, plant fiber composites, moisture effects, structure and properties of nanocomposites as well as case-studies.
KF2495 Polymer Composites - Micro and Nanoscale 7.5 credits

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Information for Spring 2025 Start 17 Mar 2025 programme students
- Course location
KTH Campus
- Duration
- 17 Mar 2025 - 2 Jun 2025
- Periods
- P4 (7.5 hp)
- Pace of study
50%
- Application code
61023
- Form of study
Normal Daytime
- Language of instruction
English
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Course syllabus KF2495 (Autumn 2023–)Content and learning outcomes
Course contents
Intended learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student should be able to
Describe basic concepts, methods and principles related to process, structure and properties of polymeric composites.
Explain the relationship between the process, structure and properties, including the experimental aspects (for example from the laboratory work) as well as compare different composites environmental impact.
Literature and preparations
Specific prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry or a closely related subject within a programme that includes:
50 university credits (hp) in chemistry or closely related subject, 20 university credits (hp) in mathematics, numerical analysis and computer science.
KF2110 Mechanical properties of materials, or equivalent.
Literature
Examination and completion
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Grading scale
Examination
- INL1 - Assignment, 2.0 credits, grading scale: P, F
- LAB1 - Laboratory course, 1.5 credits, grading scale: P, F
- TEN1 - Written exam, 4.0 credits, grading scale: A, B, C, D, E, FX, 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
Active participation in all compulsory activities as specified in Course information.
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.