CONTENTS
Theory of the mechanical properties. Metallic materials: Atomic structures, atomic arrangements, the mechanism of deformation, basic dislocation theory, diffusion, phase equilibrium, phase diagrams, thermal processing, creep, fabrication and corrosion. Polymers: Polymer structure, molecular weight, crystallinity, glass transition, viscoelasticity, rubber, yielding and deformation mechanisms.

TEACHING
Lectures, exercises and laboratory work.

EXAMINATION
Written examination at the end of the course.

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