Corrosion and Corrosion Protection Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: W4-S1MA19.2023

Module name: Corrosion and Corrosion Protection
Module code: IM1A_KIOPK
Programme code: W4-S1MA19.2023
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 4
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Corrosion and Corrosion Protection Module aims to provide students with knowledge of the chemical and electrochemical interactions between the environment and engineering materials. The module enables students to understand different types of corrosion, types of corrosive damage, as well as traditional and modern methods of corrosion testing and materials' corrosion resistance. Understanding the relationship between the type of corrosive damage, the material, and the interacting environment will lead to the acquisition of skills in selecting corrosion protection measures, implementing comprehensive protection strategies, and implementing corrosion prevention measures for engineering materials used in industrial applications.
List of modules that must be completed before starting this module (if necessary): not applicable
Learning outcome of the module Codes of the learning outcomes of the programme to which the learning outcome of the module is related [level of competence: scale 1-5]
Learning and understanding corrosion mechanisms and the corrosion action on engineering materials; understanding economic and business aspects of engineering materials corrosion. [IM1A_KIOPK_1]
 IM1A_W03 [3/5] IM1A_W06 [3/5]
The skill to evaluate the type of corrosion damage and to suggest methods for its elimination and to select an effective corrosion protection depending on the material type and its work environment. [IM1A_KIOPK_2]
 IM1A_U04 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5] IM1A_U07 [3/5]
The skill to operate scientific-research instruments and diagnostic systems based on anticorrosion methods, techniques and technologies. [IM1A_KIOPK_3]
 IM1A_U05 [3/5]
The capability to express opinions, to discuss and exchange opinions and to use expertise allowing to resolve a broad scope of engineering problems related to the corrosion of various groups of materials, including the engineering designing taking into account corrosion issues. [IM1A_KIOPK_5]
 IM1A_U02 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5] IM1A_K03 [3/5]
Ability to use the acquired knowledge to prepare the workplace, perform the assigned task and develop detailed documentation of its implementation. [IM1A​_KIOPK_4]
 IM1A_U01 [3/5] IM1A_U03 [3/5] IM1A_U06 [3/5] IM1A_U08 [3/5] IM1A_U10 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [IM1A_KIOPK_fs1] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam IM1A_KIOPK_1
laboratory classes [IM1A_KIOPK_fs2] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01]  		course work IM1A_KIOPK_2 IM1A_KIOPK_3 IM1A_KIOPK_5 IM1A​_KIOPK_4
The student's work, apart from participation in classes, includes in particular:
Name Category Description
Search for materials and review activities necessary for class participation [a01] Preparation for classes
reviewing literature, documentation, tools and materials as well as the specifics of the syllabus and the range of activities indicated in it as required for full participation in classes
Literature reading / analysis of source materials [a02] Preparation for classes
reading the literature indicated in the syllabus; reviewing, organizing, analyzing and selecting source materials to be used in class
Developing practical skills [a03] Preparation for classes
activities involving the repetition, refinement and consolidation of practical skills, including those developed during previous classes or new skills necessary for the implementation of subsequent elements of the curriculum (as preparation for class participation)
Production/preparation of tools, materials or documentation necessary for class participation [a05] Preparation for classes
developing, preparing and assessing the usefulness of tools and materials (e.g. aids, scenarios, research tools, equipment, etc.) to be employed in class or as an aid when preparing for classes
Getting acquainted with the syllabus content [b01] Consulting the curriculum and the organization of classes
reading through the syllabus and getting acquainted with its content
Studying the literature used in and the materials produced in class [c02] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
exploring the studied content, inquiring, considering, assimilating, interpreting it, or organizing knowledge obtained from the literature, documentation, instructions, scenarios, etc., used in class as well as from the notes or other materials/artifacts made in class
Analysis of the corrective feedback provided by the academic teacher on the results of the verification of learning outcomes [d01] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reading through the academic teacher’s comments, assessments and opinions on the implementation of the task aimed at checking the level of the achieved learning outcomes
Development of a corrective action plan as well as supplementary/corrective tasks [d02] Consulting the results of the verification of learning outcomes
reviewing and selecting tasks and activities enabling the elimination of errors indicated by the academic teacher, their verification or correction resulting in completing the task with at least the minimum passing grade
Attachments
Module description (PDF)
Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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