Course Catalog 2012-2013
International

Basic Pori International Postgraduate Open University

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Opinto-opas 2012-2013

Computational Materials Science, 25 cr

Type of the study block

Int. MSc Minor Studies

Contact

Mikko Hokka, Veli-Tapani Kuokkala

Learning outcomes

- The students completing this module will have good basic knowledge on simulation sciences, especially those relevant to materials science and engineering. Depending on the selection of the complementary courses, students can choose to be more specialized in materials science or in structural engineering.

Prerequisites

A good overall knowledge of solid state physics is an extremely strong recommendation for this module. This knowledge can also be obtained at Aachen by taking the course MOL-10116. ( Advisable )

Content

Compulsory courses

Course Credit points Class
MOL-10126 Numerical Methods for Partial Differential Equations 8 cr IV  
MOL-10136 From Molecular to Continuum Physics I 6 cr IV  
Total 14 cr  

Alternative Studies

Must be selected at least 11 credits of courses

Course Credit points Class
MOL-10146 Correlated Electrons 5 cr IV  
MOL-10156 From Molecular to Continuum Physics II 5 cr IV  
MOL-10166 Nonlinear Structural Mechanics 5 cr IV  
MOL-10176 Finite Element Technology 6 cr IV  
MOL-10186 Plasticity and Fracture Mechanics 6 cr IV  
MOL-8506 Special Treatise on Materials Science 3-8 cr IV  

Additional information

This module consists of studies performed at RWTH Aachen during one academic year. There are no classes at TUT. To apply for these studies you need to apply for exchange student scholarship and explain in the application what module you are planning to study. Ask for more information from the persons responsible for the module.

Last modified07.11.2012