Advanced methods of research on the structure and properties of materials 1 Field of study: Quality Control Materials and Products
Programme code: W4-S2KJ25.2025

Module name: Advanced methods of research on the structure and properties of materials 1
Module code: KJ2A_ZMBSWM1
Programme code: W4-S2KJ25.2025
Semester: summer semester 2025/2026
Language of instruction: Polish
Form of verification: exam
ECTS credits: 6
Purpose and description of the content of education:
This module focuses on advanced methods for investigating the micro- and nanostructure of materials, including X-ray diffraction (XRD), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), and transmission electron microscopy (TEM). Students gain the theoretical and practical knowledge necessary to analyze crystal structure, surface morphology, and material defects. Upon completion of the module, students will be able to prepare samples, perform structural measurements, interpret results, and select appropriate research methods depending on the type of material and the purpose of the analysis. The module prepares students for work in research and industrial laboratories, developing analytical skills and competencies in materials quality control.
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]
Student understands the phenomena used in methods for characterizing the properties of engineering materials and has knowledge of the structure and operating principles of specialized scientific and research equipment. [KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_1]
 KJ2A_W03 [3/5] KJ2A_W04 [3/5] KJ2A_W05 [3/5]
The ability to operate specialized scientific and research equipment, to plan experiments for analyzing the properties of engineering materials, and to interpret research results and assess measurement errors. [KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_2]
 KJ2A_W04 [3/5] KJ2A_W05 [3/5]
Student is aware of the limitations of a single research method and recognizes the need for a comprehensive, scientific analysis of problems in the field of materials engineering. [KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_3]
 KJ2A_U01 [3/5] KJ2A_U02 [3/5]
Student has advanced knowledge of contemporary trends in the development of research methods in materials engineering, understands their interdisciplinary nature, and recognizes their importance for solving complex scientific, technological, and socio-environmental problems. [KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_4]
 KJ2A_W04 [3/5] KJ2A_W08 [3/5]
Form of teaching Number of hours Methods of conducting classes Assessment of the learning outcomes Learning outcomes
lecture [KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_fs_1] 30 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		exam KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_1 KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_2 KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_3 KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_4
laboratory classes [KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_fs_2] 30 Explanation/clarification [a05] 
Working with a programmed textbook [d02] 
Working with another teaching tool [d03] 
Laboratory exercise / experiment [e01] 
Observation [e06] 
Self-education [f01] 
Individual work with a text [f02] 
Conceptual work [f03]  		course work KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_1 KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_2 KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_3 KJ2A_ZMBSWM1_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)
Determining the stages of task implementation contributing to the verification of learning outcomes [c01] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
devising a task implementation strategy embracing the division of content, the range of activities, implementation time and/or the method(s) of obtaining the necessary materials and tools, etc.
Implementation of an individual or group assignment necessary for course/phase/examination completion [c03] Preparation for verification of learning outcomes
a set of activities aimed at performing an assigned task, to be executed out of class, as an obligatory phase/element of the verification of the learning outcomes assigned to the course
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
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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