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Hardening, Polymers, Properties
  • Level Professional
  • Duration 24 hours
  • Course by Arizona State University
  • Offered by

About

This course will introduce age hardening and how to use a phase diagram to identify an alloy that is eligible for age hardening. The key factors that affect nucleation and crystal growth will be investigated. In addition, an introduction to polymer science will be given. The key differences between thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers will be introduced. Strengthening mechanisms will be introduced. We explore what happens to the properties of a polymer as you increase or decrease the extent of cross-linking. major polymer synthesis methods will be shown. We will review polymer selection for various applications. In addition, how structural properties vary with temperature will be presented. We explore the significance of the glass transition temperature of a polymer to its thermal and mechanical properties.

Modules

Course Introduction

    • 1 Videos
    • 1 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Mini Course #2 Introduction Video

1 Readings

  • Specialization Overview

Module 1: Lesson 1, Age Hardening Alloys

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Age Hardening

1 Videos

  • Age Hardening, Part 1

2 Readings

  • Lesson 1 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 16, Phase Diagrams V -- Age Hardening

Module 1: Lesson 2, Age Hardening Effects on Alloy Strength

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Age Hardening, Part 2

2 Readings

  • Lesson 2 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 16, Phase Diagrams V -- Age Hardening

Module 1: Lesson 3, The Effects of Temperature and Time on Age Hardening Strengths

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Phase Diagrams V – Age Hardening Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Crystal Growth

1 Videos

  • Age Hardening, Part 3

2 Readings

  • Lesson 3 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 16, Phase Diagrams V -- Age Hardening

Module 2: Lesson 1, Properties and Applications of Polymers

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Polymers

2 Videos

  • Polymers, Part 1
  • Polymers, Part 2

2 Readings

  • Lesson 1 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis

Module 2: Lesson 2, Chemical Structures of Addition Polymers, Part 1

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Polymer Concepts, Part 1

2 Readings

  • Lesson 2 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis

Module 2: Lesson 3, Chemical Structures of Addition Polymers, Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Polymers

1 Videos

  • Polymer Concepts, Part 2

2 Readings

  • Lesson 3 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis

Module 2: Lesson 4, Chemical Structures of Condensation Polymers

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Polymers I – Concepts and Synthesis Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Polymer Synthesis

2 Videos

  • Polymer Synthesis, Part 1
  • Polymer Synthesis, Part 2

2 Readings

  • Lesson 4 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 17, Polymers I -- Concepts, Properties and Synthesis

Module 3: Lesson 1, Polymer Processing

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Polymer Processing

1 Videos

  • Polymer Processing, Part 1

2 Readings

  • Lesson 1 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 18, Polymers II -- Processing

Module 3: Lesson 2, Polymer Processing Differences

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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1 Videos

  • Polymer Processing, Part 2

2 Readings

  • Lesson 2 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 18, Polymers II -- Processing

Module 3: Lesson 3, Polymer Processing Differences

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Polymers II Processing Quiz

1 Discussions

  • Polymer Applications

1 Videos

  • Polymer Processing, Part 3

2 Readings

  • Lesson 3 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 18, Polymers II -- Processing

Module 4: Lesson 1, Thermal and Mechanical Behavior of Polymers, Part 1

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Structure vs. Thermal Properties, Part 1
  • Structure vs. Thermal Properties, Part 2

2 Readings

  • Lesson 1 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 19, Polymers III -- Thermal and Mechanical Properties

Module 4: Lesson 2, Thermal and Mechanical Behavior of Polymers, Part 2

    • 1 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
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1 Discussions

  • Glass Transition Temperature of a Polymer

1 Videos

  • Structure vs. Thermal Properties, Part 3

2 Readings

  • Lesson 2 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 19, Polymers III -- Thermal and Mechanical Properties

Module 4: Lesson 3, Structure vs. Thermal and Mechanical Properties

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
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2 Videos

  • Structure vs. Thermal Properties, Part 4
  • Structure vs. Thermal Properties, Part 5

2 Readings

  • Lesson 3 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 19, Polymers III -- Thermal and Mechanical Properties

Module 4: Lesson 4, Strain Rate vs. Thermal and Mechanical Properties

    • 2 Videos
    • 2 Readings
    • 1 Discussion
    • 1 PeerReview
    • 1 Assignment
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1 Assignment

  • Polymers III – Thermal and Mechanical Properties Quiz

1 Peer Review

  • Nonequilibrium Microstructures vs. Mechanical Properties

1 Discussions

  • Temperature of a Polymer

2 Videos

  • Structure vs. Thermal Properties, Part 6
  • Course Review

2 Readings

  • Lesson 4 Overview
  • Introduction to Materials Science, Chapter 19, Polymers III -- Thermal and Mechanical Properties

Auto Summary

Dive deep into the fascinating world of material science with the "Hardening, Polymers, Properties" course, designed for professionals in the Science & Engineering domain. Guided by expert instructors from Coursera, this comprehensive course covers crucial aspects of age hardening, including how to identify age-hardenable alloys using phase diagrams, and explores the key factors influencing nucleation and crystal growth. In addition to metal hardening, the course offers an in-depth introduction to polymer science. You'll learn about the critical differences between thermoplastic and thermosetting polymers, various strengthening mechanisms, and the impact of cross-linking on polymer properties. The curriculum also includes major polymer synthesis methods and guidelines for selecting polymers for different applications, alongside an examination of how structural properties change with temperature. Special emphasis is placed on the glass transition temperature and its importance to the thermal and mechanical properties of polymers. With a total duration of 24 hours, this course is available through Coursera's subscription plans, including Starter and Professional options. It is perfect for professionals seeking to enhance their expertise in material science and engineering, providing the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this dynamic field.

Terry Alford
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Terry Alford