2017-2018 Academic Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
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ETEC 159 - Introduction to Composites and Materials



1.0 Credits
Introduction to a variety of common materials used in fiber/matrix composites, their safety considerations and general properties which can be achieved with different manufacturing and orientation procedures.
Course-level Learning Objectives (CLOs)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

  1. Identify why composites are increasingly preferred over metals in industry applications.
  2. Identify and describe how composites are used in the aerospace and other industries.
  3. Identify differences in working with composite structures versus metallic structures.
  4. Define terms specific to the composites industry.
  5. Recognize the importance of following EPA and OSHA regulations.
  6. Identify the health hazards of working with composite materials.
  7. Demonstrate and assess safety considerations when working with composite materials.
  8. Identify the most common types of materials and their processing, properties, applications, proper storage and handling and environmental effects (fiberglass, Kevlar, carbon, fiber, epoxy, polyester and other materials in fiber matrix composites).
  9. Define and identify the importance of the interface in composites.
  10. Identify the importance of surface preparation in composites.



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