Failure Analysis 6 credits

The course gives knowledge of various failure mechanisms and methodology of failure analysis especially in cast metals. The various factors behind the failure from aspect of materials, design, processing and operational parameters are discussed. It covers the deformation of cast metals at both room and elevated temperature and provides knowledge on fracture mechanics. The environmental factors such as temperature and corrosion affecting the failure are studied. The approach, planning and execution of failure analysis process and related analytical techniques are also discussed.

Prerequisites

Passed courses at least 90 credits within the major subject in Mechanical Engineering, and 21 credits Mathematics, and completed courses in Component Casting, 6 credits, and Material Testing and Characterisation, 6 credits. English Language requirements corresponding to English 6 or English B in the Swedish upper secondary school (or the equivalent).

Level of Education: Second cycle

Coursecode/Ladok code: THAS26

The course is conducted at: School of Engineering