Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
3IHA 241KOMPOZİT MALZEMELER VE ÜRETİM YÖNTEMLERİ3+0+03331.07.2026

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction Turkish
Level of Course Unit Associate Degree
Department / Program Drone Technology and Operations
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course Course Objective
The aim of this course is to provide students with fundamental knowledge of composite materials, their classifications, constituents and manufacturing methods, and to develop their ability to evaluate the mechanical properties and engineering applications of composites used in aerospace, automotive, defense and other industrial fields.
Course Content Course Content
Basic concepts of composite materials, classification, matrix and reinforcement materials, metal, polymer and ceramic matrix composites, fiber types, composite manufacturing techniques, mechanical properties, damage mechanisms, quality control methods and engineering applications.
Course Methods and Techniques Teaching Methods and Techniques

The course is conducted through lectures, discussions, question-and-answer sessions, case studies and problem-solving activities. Technical videos, industrial applications and scientific publications are used to support learning and improve students' analytical skills in composite material selection and manufacturing processes.
Prerequisites and co-requisities None
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Instructor Adem Arı adem.ari@ankarabilim.edu.tr
Assistants None
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Lecture presentations, weekly lecture notes, ASTM and ISO standards, scientific articles, technical catalogs, technical documents and supplementary resources related to composite manufacturing methods.
Course Notes Course Materials
Lecture notes, PowerPoint presentations, selected ASTM and ISO standards, scientific articles, technical catalogs and supplementary resources.
Documents Ders sunumları, haftalık ders notları, ASTM ve ISO standartları, bilimsel makaleler, teknik kataloglar, kompozit üretim yöntemlerine ilişkin teknik dokümanlar ve yardımcı kaynaklar.
Assignments Gerekli görüldüğünde kompozit malzeme seçimi, üretim yöntemleri, mühendislik uygulamaları ve literatür incelemesine yönelik araştırma ödevleri verilebilir.
Exams Dersin değerlendirilmesi bir ara sınav (%40) ve bir yarıyıl sonu sınavı (%60) ile yapılacaktır.

Course Category
Mathematics and Basic Sciences %10
Engineering %30
Engineering Design %10
Science %20
Field %30

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Mid-terms 1 % 40
Final examination 1 % 60
Total
2
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Course Duration 14 3 42
Hours for off-the-c.r.stud 12 2 24
Assignments 2 3 6
Presentation 1 4 4
Mid-terms 1 4 4
Final examination 1 10 10
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 3 90

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 Explain the basic concepts, structures, and properties of composite materials.
2 Classify composite material types and explain their application areas.
3 . Evaluate the importance and advantages of composite materials in engineering applications.
4 Explain and compare the fundamental manufacturing methods of composite materials.
5  Select  an appropriate composite material for a specific engineering application based on its technical properties and justify the selection.

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Introduction to Composite Materials, Application Areas and Manufacturing Processes Review basic concepts of composite materials Lecture notes
2 Composite Material Components (Matrix and Reinforcement Materials) Review matrix and reinforcement materials Lecture notes
3 Prepreg: Definition, Properties and Applications Review prepreg materials Lecture notes
4 Core Types and Processing (Aluminum, Aramid, Foam Core, etc.) Review core materials Lecture notes
5 Composite Design Principles (Symmetry and Balance) Review basic design principles Lecture notes
6 Lay-up Tools, Mold Materials and Mold Systems Review mold systems Lecture notes
7 Composite Manufacturing Methods (Hand Lay-up, Spray-up, Filament Winding, RTM, Vacuum Bagging, Autoclave) Review composite manufacturing methods Lecture notes
8 Midterm Examination Review Weeks 1–7 Lecture notes
9 Bonding Processes and Surface Preparation Methods Review bonding methods Lecture notes
10 Consumable Materials Used in Composite Manufacturing Review consumable materials Lecture notes
11 Clean Room Applications Review clean room standards Lecture notes
12 Autoclave Systems and Applications Review autoclave operating principles Lecture notes
13 Composite Manufacturing Defects and Imperfections Review manufacturing defects Lecture notes
14 Quality Control Methods for Composite Materials Review quality control methods Lecture notes

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11 P12 P13 P14 P15 P16
All 5 5 5 5 5
C1
C2
C3
C4
C5

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant