Course Catalog 2014-2015
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Basic Pori International Postgraduate Open University

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Opinto-opas 2014-2015

Computational Materials Science, 30 cr

Type of the study block

Advanced Studies

Contact

Juha Nykänen, Mikko Hokka, Veli-Tapani Kuokkala

Learning Outcomes

- The students completing this module will have good basic knowledge on simulation sciences, especially those relevant to materials science and engineering. Depending on the selection of the complementary courses, students can choose to be more specialized in materials science or in structural engineering. This module will prepare the student for both basic academic career in material science and material physics as well as for applied mechanical engineering.

Prerequisites

Study block Credit points Mandatory/Advisable
Materials Science 30 cr Mandatory
Metallic and Ceramic Materials 30 cr Mandatory
Polymers and Biomaterials 30 cr Mandatory

Content

Compulsory courses

Course Credit points Class
YHTDE-10126 Numerical Methods for Partial Differential Equations 8 cr IV  
YHTDE-10136 From Molecular to Continuum Physics I 6 cr IV  
Total 14 cr  

Optional Compulsory Courses

Must be selected at least 16 credits of courses

Course Credit points Class
MOL-92236 Special Treatise on Materials Science 3-8 cr IV  
YHTDE-10156 From Molecular to Continuum Physics II 5 cr IV  
YHTDE-10166 Nonlinear Structural Mechanics 5 cr IV  
YHTDE-10176 Finite Element Technology 6 cr IV  
YHTDE-10186 Plasticity and Fracture Mechanics 6 cr IV  

Additional information

This module consists of studies performed at RWTH Aachen during one academic year. There are no classes at TUT. To apply for these studies you need to apply for exchange student scholarship and explain in the application what module you are planning to study. Ask for more information from the persons responsible for the module.

Last modified05.02.2015