The course is included in these curricula and study modules

The course takes place in period

  • 1 (2019-08-01 to 2019-10-27)
  • 2 (2019-10-28 to 2019-12-31)

Level/category

Professional studies

Teaching language

English

Type of course

Compulsory

Cycle/level of course

First

Recommended year of study

4

Total number of ECTS

5 cr

Competency aims

Objective of this course is to introduce to composite materials, their mechanical characteristics, modelling methods and manufacturing processes. The course builds a foundation in technical textiles as reinforcement for composites. Sandwich construction and concept for light weight structures is describted for bending loads.

Learning outcomes

characteristics of mixtures
classic lamina theory
plate theory and ABD matrix
technical textiles
pressure loaded lamina
testing and modelling of real lamina with vacuum and pressing
sandwich theory

Course contents

- lecture note and exercises
- computer based numerical modelling
- lamination exercises
- material testing

Prerequisites and co-requisites

Mathematics, Strength of Materials, ability to use testomatric machine

Laboratory safety for engineers or Introduction to University Studies (2017-18 or earlier)

Previous course names

none

Additional information

This course is officially scheduled for 4th year students but may also be taken by 3rd year students.

do not participate if you have not passed Strength of Materials

Recommended or required reading

All material will be distributed in class

Study activities

  • Lectures - 35 hours
  • Individual- and group instruction - 58 hours
  • Practical exercises - 20 hours
  • Individual studies - 20 hours

Workload

  • Total workload of the course: 133 hours
  • Of which autonomous studies: 133 hours
  • Of which scheduled studies: 0 hours

Mode of Delivery

Participation in tuition

Assessment methods

  • Exams (written-, oral-, home-)
  • Essays, reports, productions and portfolio

Assessment requirements

2 theoretic exams (30+30)%
2 lamination exercises (0+0)%
2 material tests and reports thereof (20+20)%

Teacher

Herrman Rene

Examiner

Herrmann Rene

Group size

No limit (25 students enrolled)

Assignments valid until

12 months after course has ended

Course enrolment period

2019-08-12 to 2019-09-08

Assessment methods

  • Date of examination will be announced later - Exams
  • Date will be announced later - Reports and productions
Room reservations
Date Time Room Title Description Organizer
2019-09-04 09:15 - 12:00 D399 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-09-05 13:15 - 16:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-09-11 09:15 - 12:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-09-12 13:15 - 16:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-09-18 09:15 - 12:00 D399 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-09-19 13:15 - 16:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-09-25 09:15 - 12:00 D398 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-09-26 13:15 - 16:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-10-02 09:15 - 12:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-10-03 13:15 - 16:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-10-09 09:15 - 12:00 E387 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-10-10 13:15 - 16:00 D399 Structural Composites Exam Theory Herrman Rene
2019-10-23 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-10-24 13:15 - 16:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-10-29 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-10-30 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-11-05 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-11-06 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-11-12 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-11-13 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-11-19 09:15 - 12:00 D399 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-11-20 09:15 - 12:00 D399 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-11-26 09:15 - 12:00 E385 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-12-03 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-12-04 09:15 - 12:00 D399 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-12-10 09:15 - 12:00 D399 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-12-11 09:15 - 12:00 F367 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-12-17 09:15 - 12:00 B225.1 Structural Composites Herrman Rene
2019-12-18 09:15 - 12:00 D399 Structural Composites Herrman Rene

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