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Course Details
KTO KARATAY UNIVERSITY
Trade and Industry Vocational School
Programme of Machinery
Course Details
Course Code Course Name Year Period Semester T+A+L Credit ECTS
08831102 Advanced Material Applications 2026 Autumn 3 2+1+0 5 5
Course Type Elective
Course Cycle Associate (Short Cycle) (TQF-HE: Level 5 / QF-EHEA: Short Cycle / EQF-LLL: Level 5)
Course Language Turkish
Methods and Techniques Lectures, question-and-answer sessions, discussions, examination of visual and technical materials, case studies, comparison of material properties, problem-solving activities, and analysis of practical examples will be used. Emphasis will be placed on relating theoretical knowledge to practical applications, evaluating material properties according to operating conditions, and developing material selection skills.
Mode of Delivery Face to Face
Prerequisites There are no specific prerequisites for this course.
Coordinator Lect. Mehmet AKSOY
Instructor(s) Lect. Recep Safa DURAN
Instructor Assistant(s) -
Course Instructor(s)
Name and Surname Room E-Mail Address Internal Meeting Hours
Lect. Recep Safa DURAN T-202 [email protected] 7669 Thursday
10:00-12:00
Course Content
Introduction to advanced materials, comparison of conventional and advanced materials, high-strength metals and alloys, heat treatment and surface treatments, polymers and engineering plastics, technical ceramics, composite materials, nanomaterials, smart and functional materials, wear and corrosion resistance, examination of material properties, material selection, and applications of advanced materials in production and manufacturing processes.
Objectives of the Course
The aim of this course is to provide knowledge of the basic properties, classification, manufacturing and processing methods, and applications of advanced materials. The course focuses on identifying the physical, mechanical, and chemical properties of different material groups, evaluating materials according to operating conditions, and selecting suitable materials for specific requirements.
Contribution of the Course to Field Teaching
Basic Vocational Courses
Specialization / Field Courses X
Support Courses
Transferable Skills Courses
Humanities, Communication and Management Skills Courses
Relationships between Course Learning Outcomes and Program Outcomes
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Program Learning Outcomes Level
P1 Acquires fundamental, up-to-date, and practice-oriented knowledge related to the profession and uses it effectively. 5
P4 Evaluates professional problems and issues independently, using an analytical and critical approach, and proposes solutions. 5
P12 Identifies machine elements and materials; selects appropriate manufacturing methods. 4
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
No Learning Outcomes Outcome Relationship Measurement Method **
O1 It explains advanced material production and processing methods. P.1.23 1,7
O2 Evaluates the mechanical, physical, and thermal properties of materials based on application conditions. P.4.12 1,7
O3 It analyzes the performance of advanced materials and their behavior under operating conditions. P.4.13 1,7
O4 It explains the fundamental properties, classification, and application areas of advanced engineering materials. P.12.15 1,7
O5 It compares the properties of metallic, ceramic, polymeric, and smart materials. P.12.16 1,7
O6 Selects materials suitable for the intended use in engineering applications. P.12.17 1,7
** Written Exam: 1, Oral Exam: 2, Homework: 3, Lab./Exam: 4, Seminar/Presentation: 5, Term Paper: 6, Application: 7
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
Week Topics
1 Introduction to Advanced Materials, Fundamental Concepts and Classification
2 Material Structure, Properties and Advanced Material Characterization
3 High-Strength Steels and Advanced Metallic Materials
4 Aluminum-, Titanium-, Magnesium- and Nickel-Based Alloys
5 Heat Treatment, Surface Hardening and Improvement of Material Properties
6 Advanced Polymers, Engineering Plastics and High-Performance Polymers
7 Technical Ceramics, Advanced Ceramics and Heat-Resistant Materials
8 Composite Materials, Reinforcement Types and Matrix Systems
9 Nanomaterials, Nanocomposites and Nanotechnology Applications
10 Smart Materials: Shape Memory Alloys, Piezoelectric and Electrochromic Materials
11 Wear-, Corrosion- and High-Temperature-Resistant Materials
12 Advanced Surface Coating and Surface Treatment Technologies
13 Materials for Additive Manufacturing and Next-Generation Manufacturing Technologies
14 Industrial Applications of Advanced Materials, Material Selection and Sustainability
Textbook or Material
Resources Callister, W. D., Jr., & Rethwisch, D. G. (2020). Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction (10th Edition). Wiley.
Evaluation Method and Passing Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Attendance - -
Laboratory - -
Practice 1 20 (%)
Homework - -
Presentation - -
Projects - -
Quiz - -
Midterms 1 30 (%)
Final Exam 1 50 (%)
Total 100 (%)
ECTS / Working Load Table
Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Week Number and Time 14 2 28
Out-of-Class Study Time (Pre-study, Library, Reinforcement) 14 5 70
Midterms 1 18 18
Quiz 0 0 0
Homework 0 0 0
Practice 14 1 14
Laboratory 0 0 0
Project 0 0 0
Workshop 0 0 0
Presentation/Seminar Preparation 0 0 0
Fieldwork 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 20 20
Other 0 0 0
Total Work Load: 150
Total Work Load / 30 5
Course ECTS Credits: 5
Course - Learning Outcomes Matrix
Relationship Levels
Lowest Low Medium High Highest
1 2 3 4 5
# Learning Outcomes P1 P4 P12
O1 It explains advanced material production and processing methods. 5 - -
O2 Evaluates the mechanical, physical, and thermal properties of materials based on application conditions. - 4 -
O3 It analyzes the performance of advanced materials and their behavior under operating conditions. - 4 -
O4 It explains the fundamental properties, classification, and application areas of advanced engineering materials. - - 5
O5 It compares the properties of metallic, ceramic, polymeric, and smart materials. - - 5
O6 Selects materials suitable for the intended use in engineering applications. - - 5