MATSCEN 5952
Transcript Abbreviation:
Fail Analy of Matl
Course Description:
Failure analysis is the process of seeking the cause and mechanism of failure. Concepts for conducting failure analysis of materials, components, and systems will be introduced. Theoretical background will be reviewed on various failure modes along with case studies. Course will introduce the study of fracture surfaces (fractography) to determine fracture mode and fracture origin when possible.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
3.00
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: Sr or Grad standing in MatScEn or WeldEng, or permission of instructor.
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
(N/A)
Course Goals / Objectives:
Recognize fracture modes and identify fracture origins on failed components.
Organize and plan a failure analysis project.
Select appropriate analytical tools and testing methods to gather the information required to determine the root cause of a failure.
Identify similarities and differences between failures in different classes of materials.
Assess the quality of failure analysis documents and propose appropriate questions when conclusions not supported by data are reported.
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Loading/Stress | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Fracture Mechanics and Fatigue | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| How to Organize a Failure Analysis | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Fracture/Fractography; Heat treating fracture and case studies; guest speaker | 4.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Intro to Corrosion; Aqueous/Galvanic/Pitting; Stress Corrosion and Embrittlement; Wear/Erosion; Guest speaker and case studies | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Inspection, Metallography, and Microscopy; SEM-EDS; NDE; Case studies and guest speaker | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Student projects and presentations | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| How to Organize a Failure Analysis | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Methodologies Workshop | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| To Engineer is Human | 1.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Reporting & Litigation; Panel discussion | 2.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Failure Analysis of Materials: Polymers & Biomaterials; Ceramics, Glass, and Composites; Electronic Devices; Weld, Braze, Solder Joints; Wood based products. Includes case studies and guest speakers. | 11.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 42 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| Homework | 38% |
| Guest Speaker Participation | 15% |
| Case Studies presentations | 20% |
| Failure Analysis Project | 17% |
| Reading/Writing Assignment | 10% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| To Engineer is Human: The Role of Failure in Successful Design | H. Petroski |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 1 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics |
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 2 | an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 3 | an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences - pre-2019 EAC SLO (g) |
| Significant contribution (7+ hours) | 4 | an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts |
| Some contribution (1-2 hours) | 6 | an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions |
| Substantial contribution (3-6 hours) | 7 | an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies |
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