Ceramics and Composites (Coursera)

Course 4 of 4 in the Materials Science for Advanced Technological Applications Specialization.

What You Will Learn

Structures, strengthening mechanisms, and application of ceramics and composites materials.

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Ceramics and Composites

This course will introduce the major types of ceramics and their applications. We will learn about the different methods used for glass strengthening; the factors that determine a ceramic’s crystal structure; the key characteristics of composite materials; and the different structures of fiber-reinforced composite materials. We will discuss reasons for creating various types of composites.

WEEK 2

Module 1: Glassy Ceramics

In this module, we learn about glassy ceramics, ceramic structures and different methods of processing ceramics.

WEEK 3

Module 2: Ceramic Network Modifiers

In this module, we explore ceramic network modifiers and see how the modifiers affect structure and properties. We also investigate the effects of flaws on the strength of ceramics.

WEEK 4

Module 3: Types of Crystalline Ceramics

In this module, we will explore crystalline ceramics, ceramic structure, and the processing and application of different kinds of ceramics.

WEEK 5

Module 4: Core Concepts of Composite Materials

In this lesson, we will identify various kinds of composites, and learn about their properties, technological applications, and how they're processed.