The discipline of Materials Science involves investigating the relationships that exist between the structure and properties of      
materials and the effect thereof on its processing characteristics as well as its performance. Engineers of all disciplines at one level or
the other, deal with materials, addressing problems like selection of the right material for a particular application; study of the deterioration of the properties of a material during service and the manner in which the material influences the economics of a product. Study of the entire materials cycle from the mining and refining of raw materials, to production and utilization of finished materials, and finally to disposal and recycling is of vital importance.A major percentage of the overall cost of a product can be attributed to the cost of the material that goes into its design and fabrication. The emerging trend involves search for various cost effective solutions to achieve competitiveness by exploring tailor made materials meeting performance parameters catering to specific application areas. Tremendous progress has been made in the area of Materials science and Engineering in the past several years. Materials like metals, polymers, ceramics, in blend alloy and composite formulations are already in use for various application areas like telectronics, biomedical automobile and other general engineering applications; however several challenges still remain.                                                                                                                   

COURSE CONTENT

This I.S.T.E. approved S.T.T.P. proposes to serve as a refresher course for processing and performance characteristics of conventional materials as well as offer exposure to recent smart and special materials used in Engineering applications, such as nano materials, materials for aerospace applications, materials used in telectronics and biodegradable materials. The course also proposes to focus on environmental issues, keeping in mind the entire cradle to grave life cycle of products and materials used.                                             

ELIGIBILTY

Teachers and students from AICTE/UGC approved institutions.

ACCOMODATION

Accommodation can be arranged for outstation participants if informed well in advance. Expenses will be borne by the participants.

REGISTRATION

Registration form given herewith (or photocopy of the form) should reach the coordinator on or before 15^th June 2008.