Course detail
Sintering of Ceramics Materials
FSI-9SKE-A Acad. year: 2018/2019 Both semester
In the course, doctoral students are introduced to basics of sintering thermodynamics and kinetics, as well as to modern sintering methods, The factors influencing sintering process are addressed and discussed. Special attention is focused on control of microstructure during sintering, on sintering of nanoceramic materials, as well as on utilization of high-temperature dilatometry. The content of the course can be adapted to the topic of the future dissertation.
Language of instruction
English
Number of ECTS credits
2
Supervisor
Learning outcomes of the course unit
The course acquires advanced knowledge about the sintering process theory and the modern sintering methods currently used in engineering and scientific practice.
Prerequisites
The basic knowledge of chemical thermodynamics and processing and properties of ceramic materials.
Planned learning activities and teaching methods
The course is taught through lectures explaining the basic principles and theory of the discipline.
Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes
Examining the level of knowledge and ability to apply the acquired knowledge in specific problems related to the doctoral thesis of the candidate.
Aims
The aim of the course is to make the doctoral student familiar with sintering of advanced ceramic (or metal) powder materials and to show them how the final microstructure (and thus also properties) of products can be controlled by sintering process.
Type of course unit
Lecture
20 hours, optionally
Syllabus
1. Basics of thermodynamics and kinetics
2. Driving forces and mechanisms of sintering process
3. Phases and models of sintering process
4. Pressure-assisted sintering
5. Electric current activated/assisted sintering
6. The factors influencing sintering process
7. Grain growth and microstructure control during sintering
8. Sintering of nanoceramic materials
9. Utilization of high-temperature dilatometry for sintering studies
10. Excursion and practical exercise