Ceramics Materials Field of study: Materials Science and Engineering
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023

Module name: Ceramics Materials
Module code: IM1A_MCER
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Ceramic Materials module provides a comprehensive introduction to the properties, applications, and manufacturing processes of ceramic materials. Students develop the ability to select appropriate ceramic materials for technical applications, focusing on innovative solutions that play a crucial role in the development of cutting-edge technologies. Within this module, students gain practical skills in the manufacturing, testing, and application of innovative ceramic materials. This practical knowledge enables them to propose solutions tailored to specific technological needs, contributing to the development of new technologies in areas such as energy and medicine. Through the Ceramic Materials module, students acquire the necessary competencies to design and utilize innovative ceramic materials.
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]
The ability to recognize areas of innovative applications of ceramic materials, understanding the key characteristics of these materials, and grasping the essence of ceramic manufacturing processes, including their individual stages and their influence on structure and properties. [IM1A_CER_1]
 IM1A_W02 [3/5] IM1A_W03 [3/5] IM1A_W04 [3/5]
Acquiring practical skills in manufacturing functional ceramics. Mastering skills in the production, assessment, and analysis of the structure and selected functional properties of ceramic materials. [IM1A_CER_2]
 IM1A_U04 [3/5] IM1A_U06 [3/5]
Awareness of the need to develop technologies of innovative ceramic materials and awareness of the need to regularly update knowledge in this area. [IM1A_CER_4]
 IM1A_W08 [3/5] IM1A_U07 [3/5] IM1A_K01 [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​_CER_3]
 IM1A_U01 [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_CER_fs1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam IM1A_CER_1 IM1A_CER_4
laboratory classes [IM1A_CER_fs2] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Demonstration-imitation [c06] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Project scheduling [e04]  		course work IM1A_CER_2 IM1A_CER_4 IM1A​_CER_3
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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