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

Module name: Metals and Alloys
Module code: IM1A_MMIIS
Programme code: W4-S1MAA19.2023
Semester:
  • summer semester 2025/2026
  • summer semester 2024/2025
Language of instruction: depending on the choice
Form of verification: course work
ECTS credits: 3
Purpose and description of the content of education:
The Metallic Materials and Alloys module provides students with comprehensive knowledge of metallic materials and alloys, as well as their diverse applications in industries such as automotive, aviation, and medicine. Students will gain in-depth understanding of the key relationships between the structure of these materials and their properties, enabling them to make informed choices for specific applications. This module will provide students with solid theoretical and practical foundations in the field of metallic materials and alloys, empowering them to contribute effectively to the development of innovative engineering solutions with a focus on sustainable development.
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]
Understanding the relationships between the structure, mechanical properties, technological characteristics, and operational behavior of metallic materials; understanding the specificities of individual groups of metallic materials. [IM1A_MiS_1]
 IM1A_W02 [3/5] IM1A_W03 [3/5]
Acquiring the skills to select metallic materials for technical applications based on their structure, properties, and operating conditions. [IM1A_MiS_2]
 IM1A_W07 [3/5] IM1A_U04 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [3/5]
Development of awareness of economic and ecological conditions for the use of various metallic materials, development trends and new achievements in this area, and awareness of the need to regularly update this knowledge. [IM1A_MiS_4]
 IM1A_W08 [3/5] IM1A_K01 [3/5] IM1A_K02 [3/5]
Ability to use the acquired knowledge to prepare the workplace, perform the assigned task and develop detailed documentation of its implementation. [IM1A​_MIS_3]
 IM1A_U01 [3/5] IM1A_U05 [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_MIS_fs1] 15 Formal lecture/ course-related lecture [a01] 
Problem-based lecture [b01] 
Activating method – discussion / debate [b04] 
Screen presentation [c07]  		course work IM1A_MiS_1 IM1A_MiS_4
laboratory classes [IM1A_MIS_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_MiS_2 IM1A_MiS_4 IM1A​_MIS_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
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Information concerning module syllabuses might be changed during studies.
Syllabuses (USOSweb)
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