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UNIVERSITY OF NUEVA CACERES

City of Naga
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING AND ARCHITECTURE

UNIVERSITY
VISION The University of Nueva Caceres, a private non-sectarian institution, is Bicol’s first university.
STATEMENT Guided by its motto, “Non Scholae, Sed Vitae” (Not of school but of life), and attuned to the demands of a highly dynamic global environment, the University commits itself to quality and
excellent education for all to transform the youth into entrepreneurial, productive, morally upright, socially responsible professionals for a just, humane and progressive society.

MISSION The University of Nueva Caceres shall be a leading exponent of academic excellence, research, extension, and innovative technology for sustainable development.
STATEMENT It creates a nurturing academic environment and provides equal opportunities in the formation of individuals into empowered leaders, competent professionals and proactive entrepreneurs
who are cognizant of our cultural heritage.

1. We Champion Excellence. We consistently strive for excellence in everything we do.

2. We Nurture Dreams. We passionately guide and inspire our students to leverage their potentials and aspire for better lives.
3. We Do The Right Things Right. We uphold integrity in everything we do. We hold ourselves to high standards for accountability and character. We do things right.
CORE VALUES
4. We Are Dynamic and Creative We anticipate the forces of change. We explore possibilities with intent and purpose.
5. We Respect Each Other and Work As A Team. We collaboratively maximize our talents and capabilities. We hold each other in high regard and passionately realize our shared
purpose, priorities and promises..

1. Culturally-rooted with multi-cultural understanding. Preserves his or her cultural roots and manifests pride in his or her language, practices and traditions; shows appreciation of the
culture of other peoples.
2. Collaborative. Works with others effectively as a member of a team, a group, an organization or a community.
3. Creative and critical thinker. Applies creative, imaginative and innovative thinking and ideas to problem solving.
GRADUATES 4. Effective communicator. Communicates effectively and confidently in a range of contexts and for a variety of purposes.
ATTRIBUTES 5. Life-long learner. Demonstrates an attitude of continuous learning to succeed in changing times.
6. Ethically and socially responsible. Demonstrates an understanding of ethical, social, and cultural issues and makes personal, professional and leadership decisions in accordance with
these principles.
7. Great leader. Demonstrates complete (accomplished, distinguished, expert) leadership traits and capabilities to influence and enable others to achieve common goals and visions.
8. Excellence-driven. Demonstrates mastery of the fundamental and evolving technical and technological knowledge and skills relating to their discipline.

COLLEGE
VISION
Guided by value-centered instruction and service, this college seeks to become the country’s leading college in Engineering and Architecture where theory and ethical practice foster
STATEMENT
professional excellence.

MISSION This college commits itself to:

STATEMENT 1. Provide a conducive and scholarly environment to enhance student’s analytical skills, critical thinking, and creativity;
2. Develop graduates to be socially responsible, productive, and competent professionals in the country and beyond.
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PROGRAM Within three to five years, graduates of BSECE Program should have
EDUCATIONAL 1. Possessed technical expertise so that they are competent to hold positions in professional practice or research and become expert in their chosen profession;
OBJECTIVES 2. Acquired competences needed to be globally competitive and continuously adapt to the changes and advancement in their field
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I. PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs) AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT

COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT

PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)
1 2
Within three to five years, graduates of BSECE Program should have

1. Possessed technical expertise so that they are competent to hold positions in professional practice or research and become expert in their chosen profession;  

2. Acquired competences needed to be globally competitive and continuously adapt to the changes and advancement in their field.  

II. PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs) AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OUTCOME (PEOS) AND INSTITIONAL GOALS (IGS)

PROGRAM INSTITUTIONAL GOALS (IGS)

PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POS)
EDUCATIONAL
OUTCOME

understanding

communicator
(PEOS)

critical thinker
multi-cultural

Collaborative

Creative and

Ethically and

Great leader
rooted with
By the time of graduation, the students of the program shall have the ability to:

responsible

Excellence-
Culturally-

Life-long
Effective

socially
learner

driven
1 2 a. Apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve Electronics engineering problems;  
  b. Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;      
  c. Design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;      
  d. Function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams;     
  e. Identify, formulate, and solve electronics engineering problems;    
  f. Understand professional and ethical responsibility;    
  g. Communicate effectively Electronics engineering activities with the engineering community & with society at large;     
  h. Understand the impact of Electronics engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, & societal context;     
  i. Recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;   
  j. Know contemporary issues;    
  k. Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for Electronics engineering practice;   
l. Know and understand engineering and management principles as a member and leader of a team, and to manage
      
projects in a multidisciplinary environment
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III. COURSE DETAILS

Course No. ECE214g Detailed Description:

Course Title MATERIALS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING This course introduces the students to a broad study on the structure and composition of materials (metals, polymers,
Credit 3 units lecture ceramics, and composite materials) and their properties and behavior in service environments.
No. of contact hrs/week 3 hours lec
CHEM113g (Chemistry for Engineers)
Pre-requisites
Allied Course
Classification/Field
1st Semester, SY 2019 – 2020
Term

IV. PROGRAM OUTCOMES MAP

Subject a b c d e f g h i j k l Legend:
I - An introductory course to an outcome
E - A course that strengthens the outcome
ECE214g (lec) I D - A course demonstrating an outcome

V. COURSE OUTCOMES (COs) AND ITS RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs)

Course Outcomes Program Outcomes

After completion of the course the student should be able to: a b c d e f g h i j k l
CO 1
I I
Discuss the most important engineering materials, their behavior, properties and applications.
CO 2
I I
Discuss the relationship between macroscopic properties and molecular structure.
CO-3
I E E E
Suggest appropriate materials for specific applications
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VI. COURSE COVERAGE

PERIOD Teaching & Learning Assessment Equip/Tools/

COs Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO) Topic Text/Ref
(hours) Activities (TLA) Tool (AT) Apparatus
Analyze the importance of the course to Orientation to the Course
society, and its significance to engineering
students 1. Objectives of the Course
1 2. Course outline Class Discussions Syllabus
Discuss how the course will carry out the 3. Course Requirements & Grading System
objectives of the College and of the
University
Assess the value of studying Materials Science CHAPTER 1: Introduction
and Engineering Materials Science and Engineering
Why Study Materials Science and
Differentiate the primary classification of Engineering? T1 – pp. 1 – 14
1.5 materials and advanced materials and their Classification of Materials Class discussion Recitation R1 – pp. 1 – 17
properties. Advanced Materials
Modern Materials’ Needs
Recognize the need for new modern materials

Relate the use of the periodic table in the CHAPTER 2: Atomic Structure and
atomic structure of a material Interatomic Bonding
Fundamental Concepts
Predict the type of Interatomic Bonding to be Electrons in Atoms
T1 – pp. 17 – 39
used given two materials The Periodic Table Class discussion
1.5 CO2 R1 – pp. 23 – 48
Bonding Forces and Energies Video Showing Recitation
Solve for the Bonding Energy between two Primary Interatomic Bonds Board work
atoms Secondary Bonding or Van der Waals
Bonding
Quiz No. 1
Sketch the unit Cells for the different metallic CHAPTER 3:
and ceramic crystal structures. The Structure of Crystalline Solids
Metallic Crystal Structures
Compute the densities of metals and ceramics. Ceramic Crystal Structures
Density Computations T1 – pp. 73 – 100
CO1 Class discussion
3 Predict the crystal structure of a ceramic Polymer Crystallinity R1 – pp. 55 – 100
CO2 Video Showing
compound given the chemical formula. Atomic Arrangements
Recitation
Linear and Planar Densities
Board work
Describe the Crystalline state in polymeric
materials
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Compute the linear and planar density for

different materials

Draw the repeat units for the different polymer CHAPTER 4:

molecules The Structure of Polymers
Hydrocarbon Molecules
Calculate the number – average and weight – The Chemistry of Polymer Molecules
average molecular weights and degree of Molecular Weight
polymerization for a specified polymer. Molecular Shape
Molecular Structure Class discussion Recitation
3 CO1 T1 – pp. 117 – 139
Differentiate the different molecular structures Molecular Configurations Video Showing Board work
and configurations Thermoplastic and Thermosetting
Polymers
Compare the thermoplastic and thermosetting Copolymers
polymers based on behavior and molecular
structure
Quiz No. 2
2 PRELIM EXAM
CO2 Differentiate the different types of point CHAPTER 5:
defect. Imperfections in Solids
Point Defects
Calculate the equilibrium number of vacancies Dislocations – Linear Defects
in a material at some specified Interfacial Defects
temperature. Bulk or Volume Defects
Atomic Vibrations Recitation T1 – pp. 143 – 165
Class discussion
Calculate the weight percent and atom percent Board work R1 – pp. 113 – 144
3 Video Showing
for each element.

Sketch the different types of dislocations.

Evaluate the effect of defects to good

engineering design

Discriminate between the two atomic CHAPTER 6:

mechanisms of diffusion. Diffusion in Solids
Diffusion Mechanisms
Distinguish between steady – state and non – Steady – State and Non – Steady State Class discussion T1 – pp. 180 – 201
3 CO2
steady state diffusion. Diffusion Video Showing R1 – pp. 155 – 187
Factors that Influence Diffusion
Write the solution to Fick’s second law for Diffusion in Semi – conducting
diffusion into a semi – infinite solid when the Materials
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concentration of diffusing species at the Diffusion in Ionic and Polymeric Recitation

surface is held. Materials Board work

Solve for the diffusion coefficient for a material

at a specified temperature.

Design an appropriate Temperature–Time Heat

Treatment.

Quiz No. 3
CO1 Analyze an engineering stress – strain diagram. CHAPTER 7:
CO2 Mechanical Properties of Metals
Compute the ductility, true stress and true Concepts of Stress and Strain
strain values. Elastic Deformation
T1 – pp. 208 – 242
Plastic Deformation
R1 – pp. 197 – 235
3 Differentiate the two hardness – testing Hardness Class discussion Recitation
pp. 247 - 280
techniques. Variability of Material Properties Board work
Design / Safety Factors
Design an engineering material utilizing safe
stresses.
Quiz No. 4
2 MIDTERM EXAM
Decide which metal alloy is the most CHAPTER 8: Applications and Processing of
appropriate to use depending on the given Metal Alloys
T1 – pp. 433 – 457
application. Ferrous Alloys Recitation
CO1 R1 – pp. 493 – 529
1.5 Non – Ferrous Alloys Class discussion Board work
CO3 pp. 539 – 564
Differentiate the different processes done on
metal alloys.

Interpret a ceramic phase diagram. CHAPTER 9: Structures and Properties of

Ceramics
Calculate the flexural strength of ceramic rod Ceramics Phase Diagrams
specimens. Brittle Fracture of Ceramics
CO1 Recitation T1 – pp. 461 – 476
2 Stress – Strain Behavior Class discussion
CO2 Board work
Discuss the different properties of ceramics. Mechanisms of Plastic Deformation
Miscellaneous Mechanical
Considerations

Discuss the different processes to produce a CHAPTER 10: Applications and Processing
CO1 T1 – pp. 476 – 489
2 specific type of ceramic. of Ceramics Class discussion
CO3 R1 – pp. 571 - 595
Glasses
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Decide which ceramic is the most appropriate Glass – Ceramics

to use depending on the given application. Clay Products
Refractories
Discuss the distinctive characteristics of each Abrasives
type of ceramic. Cements
Carbons
Advanced Ceramics
Quiz No. 5
CO1 Sketch schematic plots of the three CHAPTER 11: Polymer Structures and
CO2 characteristic stress – strain behaviors Properties
observed for polymeric material. Mechanical Behavior of Polymers
Mechanisms of Deformation and
Sketch the various stages un the elastic and for Strengthening of Polymers Recitation
2 plastic deformations of a semi - crystalline Class discussion Board work T1 – pp. 495 – 514
polymer.

Relate the molecular structures to the

characteristics of polymers.

Relate the structural components of a polymer CHAPTER 12: Applications and Processing
and its melting and glass transition of Polymers
temperatures. Crystallization
Melting and Glass Transition Recitation
CO1 T1 – pp. 514 – 530
2 Decide which ceramic is the most appropriate Temperatures Class discussion Board work
CO3 R1 – pp. 601 - 643
to use depending on the given application. Factors that Influence Melting and
Glass Transition Temperatures
Polymer Types

Distinguish the four main divisions of CHAPTER 13: Composites

composite materials on the basis of their Large-Particle Composites Recitation
characteristics. Dispersion-Strengthened Composites Board work
Influence of Fiber Length
Calculate the longitudinal modulus and Influence of Fiber Orientation and
CO1 longitudinal strength for a fiber – reinforced Concentration
T1 – pp. 538 – 576
6 CO2 composite. The Fiber Phase Class discussion
R1 – pp. 651 - 689
CO3 The Matrix Phase
Calculate the longitudinal strengths for fibrous Polymer–Matrix Composites
composite materials. Metal–Matrix Composites
Ceramic–Matrix Composites
Carbon–Carbon Composites
Hybrid Composites
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Decide which composite is the most Processing of Fiber-Reinforced

appropriate to use depending on the given Composites
application. Laminar Composites
Sandwich Panels
Compare the two classifications of structural Nanocomposites
composites. Quiz No. 6
2 SEMI – FINAL EXAM
CO2 Relate the Electron excitation and the electron CHAPTER 14: Electrical Properties
band structure for solid materials. Electrical Conductivity
Semiconductivity
Calculate the electrical conductivities of Electrical Conduction in Ionic T1 – pp. 680 – 714
different types of materials. Ceramics and in Polymers Recitation pp. 722 – 725
4 Other Electrical Characteristics of Class discussion Board work R1 – pp. 719 - 750
Sketch a schematic curve for both intrinsic and Materials
extrinsic semiconducting materials.

Discuss the process of rectification.

CO2 Calculate the capacitance of a parallel – plate CHAPTER 15: Dielectric Behavior
capacitor. Capacitance
Field Vectors and Polarization
Relate the charge storing capacity of a Types of Polarization
T1 – pp. 714 – 722
1 capacitor to the dielectric material between Frequency Dependence of the Class discussion
R1 – pp. 750 – 758
its plates. Dielectric Constant
Dielectric Strength
Distinguish the types of polarization. Dielectric Materials
Quiz No. 7
CO2 Determine the magnetization of a material CHAPTER 16: Magnetic Properties
depending on its magnetic susceptibility Basic Concepts
and the applied magnetic field strength. Diamagnetism and Paramagnetism
Ferromagnetism
Distinguish the different magnetic properties. Antiferromagnetism and
Ferrimagnetism
Recitation
Design a mixed – ferrite magnetic material. The Influence of Temperature on T1 – pp. 751 – 779
4 Class discussion Board work
Magnetic Behavior R1 – pp. 767 – 792
Discuss magnetic hysteresis. Domains and Hysteresis
Magnetic Anisotropy
Compare the soft and hard magnetic materials. Soft Magnetic Materials
Hard Magnetic Materials
Discuss superconductivity. Magnetic Storage
Superconductivity
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CO2 Calculate the energy of a photon. CHAPTER 17: Optical Properties

Basic Concepts
Discuss electronic polarization that results from Optical Properties of Metals
electromagnetic radiation. Optical Properties of Nonmetals
Applications of Optical Phenomena
Relate the molecular structure of a material
and its effect to its optical properties.
Recitation
T1 – pp. 785 – 809
1 Class discussion Board work
Discuss the mechanism of photon absorption. R1 – pp. 799 – 824

Relate internal scattering and its effect to an

inherently transparent dielectric material.

Discuss the construction and operation of

lasers.

Differentiate heat capacity and specific heat. CHAPTER 18: Thermal Properties
Heat Capacity
Calculate the linear coefficient of thermal Thermal Expansion
expansion. Thermal Conductivity
Thermal Stresses Recitation
Interpret a Potential Energy – vs. – Interatomic Board work
T1 – pp. 734 – 747
1 CO2 Separation Plot. Class discussion
R1 – pp. 831 – 845
Discuss the thermal conductivity.

Calculate thermal stress for an engineering

material.
Quiz No. 8
Discuss the three factors over which an CHAPTER 19: Economic, Environmental,
engineer has control that affect the cost of and Societal Issues in Materials Science
a product. and Engineering
Component Design
Design a total materials cycle diagram. Materials
1 CO3 Manufacturing Techniques Class discussion Recitation T1 – pp. 815 – 825
Draw a Life Cycle Analysis/Assessment Scheme. Recycling Issues Board work

Assess issues that are relevant to the “green

design” philosophy of product design.
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Criticize the recyclability/disposability issues of

the different engineering
2 FINAL EXAM

VII. TEXTBOOK & REFERENCES

TEXTBOOKS REFERENCES

T1 – Callister, William Jr. D., and Rethwisch, David G. (2015), Materials Science and Engineering SI R1 – Askeland, Donald R. et al. (2011), The Science and Engineering Materials SI Edition (6th
Version (Wiley Costum 9th Edition), USA: John Wiley & Sons, Inc Edition), USA: Cengage Learning
R2 – Shackelford, James F. (2016), Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers (8 th Edition),
USA: Pearson Education

EQUIPMENT COMPONENT TOOLS APPARATUS

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VIII. COURSE OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

Student performance will be rated based on the following

Minimum Avg Minimum Avg GRADING SCALE

PERIOD COs Assessment Tasks Weight for Satisfactory PERIOD COs Assessment Tasks for Satisfactory Numerical Equivalent
Weight
performance performance Rating Grade
Quiz 15% Quiz 15%
Board work 5% CO1 Board work 5% 99% to 100% 1.00
CO1
Prelim Recitation 5% Semi-Final CO2 Recitation 5% 96% to 98% 1.25
CO2 75% 75%
Prelim Exam 25% CO3 Semi-final Exam 25% 93% to 95% 1.50
90% to 92% 1.75
Quiz 15% Quiz 15% 87% to 89% 2.00
Board work 5% Board work 5% 84% to 86% 2.25
CO1
Recitation 5% CO2 Recitation 5% 81% to 83% 2.50
Mid CO2 75% 75%
Midterm Exam 25% Finals Final Exam 25% 78% to 80% 2.75
Term
75% to 77% 3.00
Below 75 5.00
MIDTERM GRD (MG) 100% 75% PREFINAL GRADE (PFG) 100% 75%
Dropped Drp

40% of MG +
FINAL GRADE 75%
60% of PFG
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IX. RUBRICS

RECITATION / BOARDWORK

CRITERIA PERCENTAGE

Accuracy 60%

Delivery / Explanation 40%

RECITATION 100% 85% 75% 60% 50%

Complete response with detailed Good solid response with clear Explanation is unclear/ misses key
Accuracy (60%) Wrong answer. No answer.
explanation explanation points

Delivery (40%) Speaks fluently and distinctly Speaks clearly and distinctly Speaks unclearly Mumbling words No answer.

BOARDWORK 100% 85% 75% 60% 50%

generally correct and complete
Accuracy (60%) Detailed solution with correct answer generally incorrect/incomplete Wrong answer. No answer.
but may contain minor flaws
Explanation (40%) Speaks fluently and distinctly Speaks clearly and distinctly Speaks unclearly Mumbling words No answer.
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X. OTHER COURSE POLICIES

a. Attendance. Total number of absences by the students should not be more than 20% of the total number of meetings or 22 hrs for this subject. Student who incurred more than 22 hours of absences
automatically gets a failing grade regardless of class standing.
b. Submission of Assessment Tasks. Late submissions of learning activities will not be accepted.
c. Written Examination. There will be at least 1 quiz every 2 weeks. The major exams will be the summative assessment of the CO and will demonstrate understanding of the course. Test booklet will be used
as answer sheet on all written examination. If a student is caught cheating, he or she will be given a grade of zero. If the student is caught cheating twice, the student will be referred to the DSA for
appropriate action.
d. Course Portfolio. Selected assessment tools are to be complied and collected before the end of the semester.
e. Medium of instruction and communication will be in English.
f. Consultation Schedule. Consultation schedule with the professor is posted on the board. It is recommended that the student should secure first an appointment to confirm the instructor availability.
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XI. SUMMARY OF STUDENT OUTCOMES EVALUATION

CO Summative
Course Outcomes Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO) Evaluation Methods Performance target Performance Data Recommendation
CODE Assessment

Sketch the unit Cells for the different metallic

Describe the most and ceramic crystal structures.
important
at least 90% of
engineering Predict the crystal structure of a ceramic
CO1 Midterm Exam Transmutation Table students should get
materials, their compound given the chemical formula.
a rating of 75%
behavior, properties
and applications. Draw the repeat units for the different polymer
molecules

Relate the Electron excitation and the electron

band structure for solid materials.

Describe the Distinguish the different magnetic properties.

relationship between at least 90% of
CO 2 macroscopic Final Exam Transmutation Table students should get
properties and Relate the molecular structure of a material and a rating of 75%
molecular structure. its effect to its optical properties.

Interpret a Potential Energy – vs. – Interatomic

Separation Plot.

Decide which metal alloy is the most

appropriate to use depending on the given
application.

Decide which ceramic is the most appropriate to at least 90% of

use depending on the given application. students should get
Suggest appropriate
Semi – Final a rating of 75%
CO 3 materials for specific Transmutation Table
Exam at least 90% of
applications Decide which ceramic is the most appropriate to students should get
use depending on the given application. a rating of 75%

Decide which composite is the most appropriate

to use depending on the given application.
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Submitted for review and Checked and reviewed for Resources certified as available
Recommending Approval Final Approval Revision
approval alignment with industry need and up – to – date

Revision
No. 4
EDGARDO N. MARTINEZ JR., CHRISTINE C. BAUTISTA,
CLAZE THERESE DE VERA LOURDES REQUINTA June 2019
MEP – ECE MSEE
claze.devera@unc.edu.ph lourdes.requinta@unc.edu.ph
edgardo.martinez@unc.edu.ph christine.bautista@unc.edu.ph

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