OVERVIEW

In this course, the basic cognitive tools for understanding the structure-property correlations of polymer matrix composite materials for special applications are provided. Knowledge about their production processes is also provided.

AIMS AND CONTENT

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Knowledge of the fundamental principles of polymer matrix composites and nanocomposite materials; understanding of structure–property relationships in polymers, polymer matrix composites, and nanocomposites; ability to correlate theoretical concepts of composite materials with experimental data in order to establish general criteria for their processing, characterization, and application.

AIMS AND LEARNING OUTCOMES

The main objective of the course is to develop the student's ability to correlate the theoretical notions on polymer matrix composite materials with experimental data to understand how these can be processed, characterized and used. To pursue this purpose, the lectures are always accompanied by concrete examples related to everyday life and industrial practice.

At the end of the course the student must be able to correlate the chemical-physical, mechanical and rheological properties of polymeric materials and their composites to their composition and structure

TEACHING METHODS

The teaching consists of traditional lectures for a total of 32 hours. Lesson notes are uploaded to the corresponding aul@web page

SYLLABUS/CONTENT

• Introduction to Composite Materials
• Fibrous reinforcements: glass, carbon, aramides
• Particle and nano-particle reinforcements
• Thermosetting matrices used composites materials including polyesters, vinyl esters and epoxies and their cross-linking process
• Mechanical properties of polymers at low and high deformation: Elastic modulus, yielding and fracture of polymeric materials
• Manufacturing technologies of polymeric and composite products

Based on the objectives described, the teaching contributes to the achievement of the following Sustainable Development Goals of the ONU 2030 Agenda:  4 (Quality Education), 12 (Sustainable consumption and development), 5 (gender equality)

RECOMMENDED READING/BIBLIOGRAPHY

L.E. Nielsen "Mechanical Properrties of Polymers anc composites Vol 1 e 2"

 W.D. Callister Jr, C. Caneva " Scienza e ingegneria dei materiali"

Supplementary material is provided on request to working students or students with SLD to meet specific needs

TEACHERS AND EXAM BOARD

LESSONS

LESSONS START

According to the timetable reported here 

Class schedule

The timetable for this course is available here: Portale EasyAcademy

EXAMS

EXAM DESCRIPTION

Oral examination conducted by two teachers for a duration of at least 30 minutes.

During the calendar year, seven exam dates are set up in the time intervals scheduled by the Manifesto degli Studi.

The oral examination usually consists of three parts, which of them are evaluated as specified below:

• in the first part the student has to face a problem related to the preparation of a thermosetting matrix composite in order to verify his understanding and mastery of the topics of the course, as well as his ability to apply the notions acquired to real situations; the first part of the exam is given a maximum score of 10/30;
• in the second part the student is required to describe in detail a type of fiber/reinforcing charge; the second part is given a maximum score of 10/30;
• in the third part the student is asked to describe a topic related to the problems inherent in the manufacturing technology of composite materials; the third part is given a maximum rating of 10/30.

For students with disabilities or with SLD, the assessment methods refer to the specific regulations of the University of Genova (https://unige.it/disabilita-dsa).

ASSESSMENT METHODS

The oral examination is conducted by two professors. They are able to verify the achievement of the learning outcomes.

Particularly with regard to the acquired ability of the student to evaluate and critically seek to resolve real situations.

When these are not met, the student is invited to extend the study.

Moreover, the oral exam will avail to verify the achievement of the appropriate level of comprehension of the topics developed during the lectures and the capability to use a correct terminology.

To ensure uniformity between the examination topics and those actually carried out during the course, is present into the aul@web page a detailed program, so that students themselves can verify adherence.

FURTHER INFORMATION

Compensatory and dispensatory measures Disability/Invalidity/Specific Learning Disorder

Dispensatory measures and compensatory tools are intended to enable students to achieve the same learning objectives as their fellow students, not to facilitate the examination.

The use of compensatory tools and the application of dispensatory measures must be authorised in advance by the teacher in agreement with the Referee.

To take advantage of the adaptations during the examination, fill in the Adaptation request form; the request will be automatically sent by the system to the teacher in charge of the teaching, to the Contact Person of your School/Area/Department and in copy to the Sector; you will also receive a copy of the request sent by e-mail.

The adjustments available to students are as follows:

• Additional time (+30% DSA)
• Additional time (+50% disability/invalidity)
• Additional time during oral exams to organise the answer
• Calculator (programmable and graphing calculators are not allowed)
• Conceptual Maps
• Tables and/or Forms
• Take the exam in written form
• Take the exam in oral form
• Tutor reader (for written tests only)
• Tutor-writer (for written tests only)

Your request for adaptations must be submitted at least 7 working days before the scheduled exam date.

All information for students with disabilities and DSA is available on the webpage: Services for students with disabilities or DSA | UniGe | University of Genoa

Reference for inclusion: Sergio Di Domizio - sergio.didomizio@unige.it