MM2013 : Structure of Materials

Learning Outcomes: • The student will be able to identify the similarities and differences in the symmetries of different crystal systems and Bravais lattices. • The student will be able to index different planes and directions in crystals and will be able to use this information in understanding the behavior of materials. • The student can index the x-ray diffraction pattern of cubic crystals and calculate its lattice parameter. • The student can identify various defects in crystals. • The student can appreciate and explain various features in phase diagrams based on the understanding of the theory of alloying. The student can also compare different binary phase diagrams based on the nature of elements involved. • Knowing the composition and processing of an alloy, the student can attribute the causes for the strength achieved in the alloy and also can compare the strengthening levels that can be achieved in different alloys. Objectives: An introductory course that helps in developing notions regarding s