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PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES OF AIRCRAFT COMPOSITE MATERIALS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
GMY424 PRODUCTION TECHNIQUES OF AIRCRAFT COMPOSITE MATERIALS 5 3 3 5

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : , TYY: + , EQF-LLL: , QF-EHEA:
Type of the Course : Elective
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: The aim of this course is to inform students about the production methods and properties of composite materials seen as an alternative to metal materials.
Contents of the Course Unit: Matrix materials, fibers, stress-strain relations, Stress transfer continuity, Elastic properties of continuous fiber reinforced composites, Elastic properties of fiber reinforced composites with short fiber reinforced and randomly oriented, Elastic properties of orthotropic laminate, Elastic properties of multilayer composite, Fiber-matrix interface, Strength of composites, Toughness of composites, Production of composites. .

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Classify composite materials
Explain the production techniques of composite materials.
Compare the joining methods of composite structures.
Classify the maintenance and repair techniques of composite structures.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 Internet research Matrix materials Lecture, Question and Answer
2 Internet research Fibers Lecture, Question and Answer
3 Internet research Stress-strain relationships Stress transfer continuity Lecture, Question and Answer
4 Internet research Elastic properties of continuous fiber reinforced composites Lecture, Question and Answer
5 Internet research Elastic properties of short fiber reinforced and randomly oriented fiber reinforced composites Lecture, Question and Answer
6 Internet research Elastic properties of orthotropic lamina Lecture, Question and Answer
7 Internet research Elastic properties of multilayer composites Lecture, Question and Answer
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 Internet research Fiber-matrix interface Lecture, Question and Answer
10 Internet research Strength of composites Lecture, Question and Answer
11 Internet research Toughness of composites Lecture, Question and Answer
12 Internet research Production of composites Lecture, Question and Answer
13 Internet research Applications Lecture, Question and Answer
14 Internet research Student’s presentations Lecture, Question and Answer
15 Internet research General Revision Lecture, Question and Answer
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

Beşergil, B. Kompozitler, Temel İlkeler, 2016
Şahin, Y. Kompozit Malzemelere Giriş, 2000
Baker, A.A. Composite Materials for Aircraft Structures, 1986

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Define the basic concepts of aeronautical standards and rules. (Bloom 1)
2

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Organize teamwork during the collection, interpretation, announcement and application of data related to the field. (Bloom 6)
5

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Perform theoretical and practical knowledge related to his/her field in business life using analytical methods and modeling techniques. (Bloom 4)
5
2
Choose updated documents, modern techniques and tools required for maintenance applications. (Bloom 2)
4
3
Use maintenance manuals and other sources of information in business life to obtain information about the field
3
4
Determine the actualities of all technical and administrative documents related with the field. (Bloom 1)
2

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use computer software, information and communication technologies at the level required by the field
0
2
Interpret the sketches, scheme, graphics that describe the subject. (Bloom 2)
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Develop solutions for problems faced during application. (Bloom 6)
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Determine the learning requirements related with his/her field. (Bloom 3)
4
2
Use the lifelong learning principles in occupational development. (Bloom 3)
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Apply the technical drawing knowledge effectively in business life. (Bloom 3)
2
2
By informing the relevant persons and institutions about the related field; state his / her thoughts and suggestions for solutions in the field.
2
3
Debate his/her ideas and solution suggestions with experts by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data. (Bloom 2)
4
4
Participate in training related to the field at international level. (Bloom 3)
2
5
Organize activities for the professional development of employees under his/her responsibility. (Bloom 6).
2

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Use the knowledge and skills obtained during undergraduate education in work life. (Bloom 3)
5
2
Solve the problems encountered in his/her field. (Bloom 3)
5
3
Apply the necessary culture of behavior in the areas of quality management and processes and environmental protection and occupational safety (Bloom 3)
4
4
Locate the awareness of safety factor to himself and to the team. (Bloom 1
4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 2 28
Preliminary & Further Study 11 2 22
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 5 5 25
Reading 10 3 30
Assignment (Homework) 1 20 20
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 0 0 0
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 3 20 60
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 3 15 45
Short Exam 0 0 0
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 49 0 232
Total Workload of the Course Unit 232
Workload (h) / 25.5 9,1
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 9,0