Course detail

Metallurgy of Non-Ferrous Alloys

FSI-9MNKAcad. year: 2020/2021

The course deeped knowledges in the sphere metallurgy of aluminium and magnesium alloys. An accent is given on theoretical problems of crystallization and on application of metallurgical measures for achievement of optimal properties of castings. An overview of particular production processes and ranges of their application is given. An overwiew of new, non-traditional casting methods and alloys is mentioned too.

Language of instruction

Czech, English

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Guarantor

doc. Ing. Jaromír Roučka, CSc.

Department

Institute of Manufacturing Technology (ÚST)

Learning outcomes of the course unit

See objective

Prerequisites

Basic knowledges of chemistry and metal science

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

The course is taught through lectures explaining the basic principles and theory of the discipline.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

Verbal exam

Course curriculum

Not applicable.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The aim of course is to understand the topics of production of aluminium and magnesium castings.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Not controled

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

Aluminium Casting Technology, 2nd edition, AFS,Inc. Illinois, USA, 1993, ISBN 0-87433-157-9
Aluminium Permanent Mold Handbook, AFS,Inc. Illinois, USA, 2001, ISBN 0-87433-250-8
Kainer,K.U.:Magnesium Alloys and Technologies, Wiley-VCH Verlag GmbH, 2003, ISBN 3-527-30570-X
Roučka,J.: Metalurgie neželezných kovů, CERM Brno, 2004, ISBN 80-214-2790-6

Recommended reading

Not applicable.

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme D-STG-P Doctoral 1 year of study, winter semester, recommended course

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

20 hod., optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

doc. Ing. Jaromír Roučka, CSc.

Syllabus

1.Properties and Characteristics of Aluminium Alloys
2.Crystallisation of aluminium alloys.
3.Metallurgicall processes, inoculation and modification
4.Modern methods of refining
5.Quality control of the melt
6.Casting processes and its application
7.Semi-Solid metal casting
8.Cast Composites
9.Casting defects, identification, influence on properties and reparation
10.Magnesium alloys, casting methods used by pouring magnesium alloys