3 ECTS credits
85 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 4016485ENR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (E) Master - advanced level.
The valid fiche can be found at the following link: CHIM - H416. Change the language to English in the dropdown menu on top of the page.
Elastic Behaviour
-microscopic level
-macroscopic level : solid mechanics-reminders
-introduction to the finite element method in the framework of linear elasticity
Plastic Behavior
-microscopic level : dislocation mechanics
-macrocopic level : yield criteria, multiaxial loading, J2 flow theory, Drucker postulate
-implementation of non-linear behaviour in FEM
Introduction to linear and non-linear fracture mechanics (Griffith Criterion, stress intensity factor, Critical Tip Opening displacement, Critical Energy Release rate, R-curves, J Integral)
Visco-elastoplastic behaviour (Creep, Polymer materials)
The slides of the course will be made available to students before the start of each session
The valid fiche can be found at the following link: CHIM - H416. Change the language to English in the dropdown menu on top of the page.
The valid fiche can be found at the following link: CHIM - H416. Change the language to English in the dropdown menu on top of the page.
- Understand the link between the plasticity phenomena at the microstructural scale and their transition at the macroscopic scale
- Understand the computational methods allowing to solve problems related to the mechanics of materials
This course contributes to reaching the following learning objectives.
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has in-depth knowledge and understanding of
MA_1 exact sciences with the specificity of their application to engineering
MA_17 an integrated insight in chemical process and materials' technology
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering can
MA_4 reformulate complex engineering problems in order to solve them (simplifying assumptions, reducing complexity)
MA_5 conceive, plan and execute a research project, based on an analysis of its objectives, existing knowledge and the relevant literature, with attention to innovation and valorization in industry and society
MA_6 correctly report on research or design results in the form of a technical report or in the form of a scientific paper
MA_7 present and defend results in a scientifically sound way, using contemporary communication tools, for a national as well as for an international professional or lay audience
MA_8 collaborate in a (multidisciplinary) team
The Master of Sciences in Chemical and Materials Engineering has
MA_12 a creative, problem-solving, result-driven and evidence-based attitude, aiming at innovation and applicability in industry and society
MA_15 the flexibility and adaptability to work in an international and/or intercultural context
MA_16 an attitude of life-long learning as needed for the future development of his/her career
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 67% of the final mark.
LEC Practical Assignment determines 33% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
Within the LEC Practical Assignment category, the following assignments need to be completed:
First session: 2/3 of the mark is based to the exam, 1/3 for the exercise assessment report (being absent at the finalexam implies an 'abandon' mark, i.e. the exercise assessment is in this case NOT taken into account)
In second session 100% of the mark is based on the exam
The valid fiche can be found at the following link: CHIM - H416. Change the language to English in the dropdown menu on top of the page.
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Master of Chemical and Materials Engineering: PR Profile Materials (only offered in Dutch)
Master of Chemical and Materials Engineering: Profile Materials