COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE NAME: TECH 411 Materials	Spring 2008

Week	Topic	Chapter
1	The Structure of Materials	1
2	Properties of Materials	2
3	Tribology - the science of friction and wear	3
4	Principles of Polymeric Materials	4
5	Polymer Families	5
6	Plastic and Polymer Composite Fabrication Processes Exam #1	6
7	Selection of Plastic/Polymeric Materials	7
8	Ceramics, Cermets, Glass, and Carbon Products	8
9	Steel Products	9
10	Heat treatment of Steels	10
11	Carbon and Alloy Steels Exam #2	11
12	Tool Steels Stainless Steels	12 14
13	Cast Iron, Cast Steel, and Powder Metallurgy Materials	15
14	Copper and Its Alloys	16
15	Aluminum and Its Alloys	17
16	Final Exam -Tuesday, May 6, 2008 from 6:00 to 8:00 in TC118

Attendance
The attendance policy for this course is covered in the USI Student Handbook. Be aware that excessive absenteeism may result in the lowering of the student's grade due to missed quizzes, lab experiences, or the failure to turn in required assignments on time.

Homework and Projects
Homework will be assigned, collected, and graded at the discretion of the instructor. One or more lab projects will be assigned.

Course Evaluation
Exams 1 - 3: 25% each (total 75%)
Lab Project(s): 25% total

Grading Scale
A = 100% - 90%
B = 90% - 80%
C = 80% - 70%
D = 70% - 60%
F = less than 60%

NOTE
"The instructor retains the prerogative of changing or adjusting the course syllabus to best accommodate the pace of progression and the needs of the students. The syllabus may also be adjusted in order to permit scheduling of field trips to local businesses."

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITITES ACT COMPLIANCE
“If you have a disability, you are encouraged to register for disability support services in the Counseling Center. If you require an accommodation, please advise the instructor by the end of the first week of class. You may be required to provide written documentation to support these accommodations. The instructor will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure that you have a fair opportunity to perform and participate in class.”