MAT522: Ceramics for 2012/13

Organiser: Prof Mike Reece
Deputy Organiser: Dr Karin Hing
Credits: 15

Description

Review to physical and structural origin of the mechanical, electrical and optical properties of ceramics. Relate this knowledge to their applications and commercial importance. Review the processing and characterisation of ceramics. (Particular reference will be made to the following structural ceramics: alumina; silicon nitride; zirconia; and silicon carbide.) Review of functional ceramics: varistors; ferroelectrics; piezoelectrics; pyroelectrics; optoelectronics; and ferrites. Throughout the course the students will develop their knowledge so that they can relate structure, properties and applications.