Official Code: | 9096 |
Acronym: | L.EMAT |
Description: | The First Cycle Degree in Materials Engineering (LiEMAT) aims to provide graduates with comprehensive knowledge in Materials Science and Engineering. During the six semesters of the study cycle, a solid education in basic sciences (mathematics, chemistry, physics), engineering sciences (design and computational methods) and materials science and technology is provided, with a strong practical teaching and laboratory practice component. It also provides the development of transferrable skills for the engineering activity and an experience in real work context within the scope of the curricular unit “Graduation Project”. |
2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
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General Admissions | 1 | 27 |
The promotion of logical reasoning, methods of analysis and the theoretical development of mathematical concepts is fundamental to support the study of the majority of course units along this programme of studies.
This course unit aims to introduce the basic fundamental concepts of Linear Algebra, Vector Algebra and Analytic Geometry.
The student must be acquainted with basic notions on trigonometry, real functions, plane analytic geometry, systems of linear equations and logic operations.
The scientific component is100%.
Justification The mathematical analysis is an indispensable tool for a engineer. Objectives Provide the requisite mathematical foundations for the formation of an engineering professional.
Justification:
This is the first course of the Integrated Master Programme dealing with the science and engineering of materials, and is centered on the acquisition of fundamental concepts of metallic materials and its properties, processing and applications.
Objectives:
This subject aims at attaining the following objectives:
1. To provide students with a broad knowledge of the properties and processing of metals and its alloys.
2. To demonstrate the dependence between processing conditions and properties of metallic materials.
3. To give students hands-on experience in a few experimental techniques used for materials.
4. To have contact with the research carried out in DEMM on materials. Visit industrial companies and research institutes.
The Physics I course aims to provide students with operational knowledge in heat transfer, electrostatics, electricity, materials and electrical devices that are fundamental areas of knowledge for contemporary engineering. The termal and electromagnetic behavior of materials has a growing technological utility.
During this course students will:
Chemistry is the study of matter and the changes it undergoes. Basic knowledge of chemistry is essential for students in many areas because chemistry is a science that is of vital importance to our world, whether in nature or in society. Chemistry has been, and remains, a principal agent in all areas of science and technology. In fact, chemical research and development in recent centuries have provided new materials that profoundly improved our quality of life, and helped advance technology in many ways.
OBJECTIVES Review and develop a clear and fairly comprehensive basic principle essential to the rational understanding of the physical and chemical behaviour of matter. Show the importance of chemistry in all its aspects: life, industry and society. Awareness, motivate and develop skills to work in the laboratory: correct handling of materials, equipment and simple experimental techniques.
It aims to act as a continuation of Mathematical Analysis I.
Introduction of the concept of standardization in general and of its importance in Engineering. Acquisition of deep knowledge about the representation of the nominal shape and size of objects using the ortographic representation. Provide students with the ability to use a CAD 2D system, in order to proceed with the acquisition of geometric and dimensional knowledge, through of the development of spatial visualization and technical communication skills, with the isometric representation. System of dimensional tolerance ISO (International Standard Organization). Introduction to the Geometric Product Specification (GPS).
PERCENTUAL DISTRIBUTION: Estimated percentual distribution for the scientific and technological contents: - Scientific component: 30 %. - Technological component: 70 %.
In this training in transversal skills, students are expected to acquire skills in the use of Spreadsheets, in particular MS Excel, for solving management problems and analyzing large volumes of data, namely using data series available in Pordata, INE and others.
This curricular unit (UC) has as its main objective the acquisition of skills on the fundamental aspects of the connection between Engineering and Sustainability and respective challenges. To that end, this UC addresses fundamental concepts about sustainability in its environmental, economic, and social aspects.
This course is a continuation of Chemistry I. Chemistry is the study of matter and the changes it undergoes. A basic knowledge of chemistry is essential for students in many areas, because chemistry is a science that is of vital importance to our world, whether in nature or in society. The chemistry has been, and remains, a principal agent in all areas of science and technology. In fact chemical research and development in recent centuries have provided new materials that profoundly improved our quality of life, and helped advance the technology in many ways.
OBJECTIVES
Review and develop a clear and fairly comprehensive basic principle essential to the rational understanding of the physical and chemical behavior of matter. Show the importance of chemistry in all its aspects: life, industry and society. Awareness, motivate and develop skills to work in the laboratory: correct handling of materials, equipment and simple experimental techniques.
The promotion of logical reasoning, methods of analysis and the theoretical development of mathematical concepts is fundamental to support the study of the majority of course units along this programme of studies.
This UC aims to ensure the acquisition of solid knowledge in numerical techniques for solving engineering problems, which are of vital importance, as well as to familiarize them with the most varied methods and their implementation, advantages and disadvantages of its application in solving numerical problems. It is intended that students develop numerical manipulation capabilities as well as independent and analytical thinking and ability to apply mathematical concepts to solve practical problems. The students will be able to choose the most efficient methods for the solution of each basic Numerical Analysis problem. The students are expected to understand the theorems and convergence conditions of each of the methods described, to be able to program them, to test them effectively and discuss the results obtained.
The students are supposed to know the subjects taught in Linear Algebra and Mathematical Analysis.
The scientific component is 100%.
The main objectives of the Curricular Unit include:
1) Transmit to students the ability to handle and develop geometric and non-geometric information in the area of production.
2) Approach the design drawing. Introduce the functional analysis of mechanisms from reading assembly drawings in orthographic representation, with the execution of drawings defining the finished product of some of its component elements.
3) Identify and use the different characteristics inherent to computer programs for design (CAD), simulation and numerical control machines (CNC). Implement computer programs that allow processing information from CAD/CAM systems.
Knowledge and understanding of Phase Equilibrium Diagrams are important to Materials Engineering since the properties of materials are controlled by the thermal history of the alloys. Phase Equilibrium Diagrams are the foundation for performing basic materials research in solidification, crystal growth, joining, solid-state reaction, phase transformation, oxidation, etc. On the other hand, a phase diagram also serves as a road map for materials design and process optimization since it is the starting point in manipulating the processing variables to achieve the desired microstructures.
This curricular unit aims to use Phase Equilibrium Diagrams to understand the phase transformations and the interpretation of the microstructural evolution of the alloys. Even if most phase equilibrium diagrams relate to equilibrium state and microstructure, they are also helpful to understand nonequilibrium structures, which are often more desirable than those of equilibrium states due to the properties values attained. Materials of interest range from single to multi-component systems. While binary equilibrium diagrams can adequately represent many industrial systems, ternary or higher-order diagrams are often necessary to understand more complex systems, like certain industrial alloys, slags, or ceramic materials.
The Physics II course aims to provide students with operational knowledge in magnetism, circuits, materials and magnetic devices, waves, and optics, which are fundamental areas of expertise for contemporary engineering. The electromagnetic and optical behavior of materials have a growing technological utility.
During this course, students will:
The curricular unit is essentially integrated into the descriptors “1. Scientific-Technical Knowledge and Reasoning” and “2. Personal and professional skills” of the CDIO (Conceiving - Designing - Implementing - Operating) quality system. In particular: a) “1.1. Basic science knowledge”; “1.2. Nuclear Engineering Knowledge (Engineering Sciences)”; c) “2.1. Engineering thinking and problem solving”; d) “2.2. Experimentation and discovery of knowledge”. The descriptor “3.1. Group work” of “3. Interpersonal Skills”.
At the level of the EUR-ACE quality system, the curricular unit fits essentially with the descriptor “Knowledge and understanding” and, to a lesser extent, the descriptors “Engineering Analysis” and “Communication and Teamwork”.
Justification:
The crystalline structure of a material influences decisively the generality of the properties of importance to an engineer. Understand how the structure influences the mechanical response is essential to tailor the mechanical properties of a material to the demands that their use requires. The Mechanical Behavior of Materials course emphasizes the relationship between the structure of materials and its mechanical behavior. Students will learn how engineering materials, with a focus on metallic materials, respond to mechanical loads in both a macroscopic and microscopic view.
Objectives:
This course aims to cover the mechanical behaviour of materials, by giving an emphasis to:
(1) the introduction of the concepts of defect, in particular the linear ones, and set its effects on physical and mechanical properties of materials;
(2) the description of the physical mechanisms and/or mechanical behaviour of monocrystals and polycrystals under plastic deformation;
(3) the influence of recovery and recrystallization on mechanical behaviour of materials.
The engineering knowledge acquired in this course unit will be integrated in the planning and development of laboratory assignments. They will be group assignments, so that students can develop their interpersonal, cooperation and communication skills.
The promotion of logical reasoning, methods of analysis and the theoretical development of mathematical concepts is fundamental to support the study of the majority of course units along this programme of studies.
This UC aims to ensure the acquisition of solid knowledge in the calculation of probabilities and statistics, considered an essential tool in many areas and situations of uncertainty, fundamental in Engineering. Another objective is to develop in students the ability to communicate accurate when referring to subjects that are based on concepts of Probability and Statistics. This UC also intends to develop a critical attitude when necessary to the analysis of statistical problems as well as the ability to apply the concepts acquired solving them. The acquisition of fundamental knowledge will give students the ability to acquire more advanced concepts that arise in the course and / or professional.
The student must be acquainted with basic notions on trigonometry, real functions, derivatives and integration.
The scientific component is 100%.
The importance of a sound foundation in Chemical Metallurgy to the Extractive Metallurgy as well as the rise in importance of corrosion and surface treatment of metals, the realization that the Physical Metallurgist needs to master the applications of Thermodynamics had led the Physical Chemistry as a crucial subject to be taught on the Materials Engineering course.
The main objectives of this course unit are to provide students:
- hands-on knowledge on the basic principles of Thermodynamics;
- broad knowledge of Thermodynamics underlying the metals processing techniques commonly used in extraction metallurgy, forming, and heat-treating;
- knowledge of the production and recovery processes of various metals by pyrometallurgy and hydrometallurgy.The objective of this curricular unit is to present and describe concepts about the various forms of characterization of materials, at morphological, structural, and chemical levels. The basic knowledge of each technique includes knowledge about instrumentation, preparation of samples, and the applicability of these techniques to provide the essential bases for the application in the characterization of the materials being studied. The acquisition of this knowledge will allow the identification and the distinction of the applicability of each characterization technique to associate, relate, and select the characterization techniques of the study material. The student group will aim not only to acquire greater competency in communication strategies but also to provide an opportunity to select, research and present a technique of characterization of materials that can be applied to real situations.
This course unit aims to promote basic transversal skills for an engineer with responsibilities in a laboratory context, namely in topics related to the identification and use of materials and tools useful in the assembly and testing of laboratory facilities.
Materials Science is an area of knowledge that explores the relationship between the structure, processing and properties of materials, providing the scientific basis for the selection of existing materials as well as for the development of new ones. The manipulation of the microstructure, through composition modification, and/ore the use of different processing techniques, has been successfully used to improve materials performance.
Thus, the main hardening mechanisms of materials are approached. These concepts allow the student to be aware of the main strategies to improve the strength of materials. Also covered will be concepts of component time-life and different causes of service failure: the presence of cracks, that are analyzed by fracture mechanics; the influence of the temperature, which at very low values can cause embrittlement, while at high causes creep; the importance of cyclic stresses that are responsible for fatigue fractures.
Students acquire a broader view of the relationship between structure, processing and material properties. Acquiring skills in selecting the most suitable processing for each material, according to the service conditions
In this training in transversal skills, students are expected to acquire skills in the use of Spreadsheets, in particular MS Excel, for solving management problems and analyzing large volumes of data, namely using data series available in Pordata, INE and others.
Nanomaterials are an appealing and relatively recent area of research and development on Materials Engineering; modifying the properties attained by reducing material dimensions to the nanoscale has driven its expansion. This course curricular unit aims to introduce the concepts of nanoscience and nanomaterials, so that students acquire the knowledge and tools needed to participate in research and/or development of these products.
It is also intended that students acquire skills on engineering and technology of nanomaterials and be able to analyze their impact on society. The selection of published works to prepare written monographies and oral presentations aims to enable students to deepen their knowledge and at the same time, develop communication strategies and skills of teamwork
This curricular unit (UC) has as its main objective the acquisition of skills on the fundamental aspects of the connection between Engineering and Sustainability and respective challenges. To that end, this UC addresses fundamental concepts about sustainability in its environmental, economic, and social aspects.
Be able to:
1 – Understand the climatic changes and the need to change the paradigm regarding the exploitation of renewable sources, namely the ones that involve electricity generation and mobility.
2- Understand the different types of available primary energy systems and the ways to convert them into electricity (from large units to microgeneration). Thermal power plants, hydro, wind a solar PV plants.
3- Changes of paradigm in the electric power system involving distributed generation, microgeneration and microgrids.
4 - Smart Grids, concepts and architectures.
5- understand the main components of the electric power system and basic concepts about the structure of the electric power system;
6 - Understand the main regulatory solutions adopted for electric power systems
7 – Understand the main models of electricity markets and their management (energy and ancillary services markets).
The general objectives of the training unit are:
- Train students who carry out activities in laboratories to act in accordance with safety standards.
- Identify risks of accidents arising from the handling of toxic, corrosive and flammable agents, failures in laboratory infrastructure or operational conditions and ways to solve these problems.
- Create and maintain standardized documents for use in laboratories.
This course addresses the study of the heat treatment of steels, which is a relevant activity in the metallurgical and metalworking industry, contributing to the improvement of the properties and performance in service of steel parts. The aim is to address the theoretical principals that rule the heat treatments, to characterize the industrial heat treatment techniques and to discuss the influence of the variables of the heat treatment on the microstructure and properties of the steels. With this knowledge, students will acquire the domain, theoretical and practical, of the heat treatment.
Justification:
Biomaterials have been undergoing a massive expansion and begin to be used in numerous clinical applications to repair, rebuild, replace or regenerate damaged areas of the body. This expansion is strongly associated with technological advances in reconstructive and regenerative medicine and the exponential increase in average life expectancy in modern societies. The science of biomaterials is an interdisciplinary field, and the Materials Engineering Branch is of paramount importance for the development of new materials, using innovative technologies.
Objectives:
The course aims to provide students with fundamental concepts on the various types of materials that are used in medicine. Are also covered aspects such as structural and surface characteristics of biomaterials, their interaction with the surrounding tissue and their clinical applications. For the attendance of this subject is necessary that students have previously knowledgeable of science and materials engineering.
This course focuses on the application of analytical methods to take better decisions and provides students with tools for modelling and optimization that will be very useful in various roles in several types of organizations (industry and services).
The main objective of this course is, through the creation of models, develop skills for analysing a wide range of real situations. These competencies are based on the ability to recognize the key problem in a non-structured situation, on the ability to develop a framework for analysing and treating the problem and on the application of analytical methods for its resolution.
Endow the students with the skills to:
The main objective is to face each student with a professional contact in the area of Materials Engineering. It is expected that the student will develop, with high autonomy, an experimental work, under the supervision of a teacher of LiEMAT, although there might also exist a supervisor from the other participating institution.