ME206 Engineering Materials
ME206 Engineering Materials
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Mechanical Engineering
Petar Tasić
Course Lecturer
Course Objectives
The main goal of this course is to introduce the basic concepts associated with mechanical properties. The student will learn terms such as hardness, stress, strain, elastic and plastic deformation, viscoelasticity, and strain rate. He will also review some of the testing procedures that engineers use to evaluate many of these properties. These concepts will be discussed using illustrations from real-world applications.
Learning Outcomes
After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
Course Materials
Required Textbook
1) The Science and Engineering of Materials -Sixth Edition, Donald R. Askeland, Cengage Learning, Inc 2010.
Additional Literature
1) William D. Callister & David G. Rethwisch Materials Science and Engineering, Eight EditionTeaching Methods
The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation
Video and audio aids)
Class discussion
Case studies and student presentations.
Weekly Topics
| Week | Topic | Readings / References |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Engineering Materials | Chapter 1 |
| 2 | Ferrous and Nonferrous Alloys | Chapter 14 |
| 3 | Ceramic materials, Polymers | Chapter 15 & 16 |
| 4 | Composites | Chapter 17 |
| 5 | Mechanical Properties of Materials | Chapter 6 |
| 6 | Thermal Properties of Materials | Chapters 22 |
| 7 | Mini Research | |
| 8 | Fatigue and Creep | Chapter 7 |
| 9 | Midterm Exam | |
| 10 | Atom and Ion Movements in Materials | Chapter 5 |
| 11 | Solid solutions | Chapter 10 |
| 12 | Principles of Solidification | Chapter 9 |
| 13 | Presentation | |
| 14 | Strain Hardening and Annealing, Dispersion Strengthening | Chapters 8 & 11 |
| 15 | Imperfections in the atomic and ionic arrangements | Chapter 4 |
Course Schedule (All Sections)
| Section | Type | Day 1 | Venue 1 | Day 2 | Venue 2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ME206.1 | Course | Wednesday 14:00 - 16:50 | B F1.22 | - | - |
Office Hours & Room
| Day | Time | Office | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuesday | 12:00 - 13:00 |
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Assessment Components
Final Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3 4 5
Midterm Exam
AI: Not AllowedAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2 3
Mini Research
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 1 2
Presentation
AI: Consult InstructorAlignment with Learning Outcomes : 3 4 5
IUS Grading System
| Grading Scale | IUS Grading System | IUS Coeff. | Letter (B&H) | Numerical (B&H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 - 44 | F | 0 | F | 5 |
| 45 - 54 | E | 1 | ||
| 55 - 64 | C | 2 | E | 6 |
| 65 - 69 | C+ | 2.3 | D | 7 |
| 70 -74 | B- | 2.7 | ||
| 75 - 79 | B | 3 | C | 8 |
| 80 - 84 | B+ | 3.3 | ||
| 85 - 94 | A- | 3.7 | B | 9 |
| 95 - 100 | A | 4 | A | 10 |
Late Work Policy
Information about late submission policies will be shared during class and posted in this section. Please check back for official guidelines.
ECTS Credit Calculation
📚 Student Workload
This 3 ECTS credit course corresponds to 75 hours of total student workload, distributed as follows:
Lecture hours
36 hours ⏳ (12 week × 3 h)
Home Study
15 hours ⏳ (15 week × 1 h)
Mini Research
3 hours ⏳ (1 week × 3 h)
Presentation
9 hours ⏳ (3 week × 3 h)
Midterm exam study
6 hours ⏳ (2 week × 3 h)
Final exam study
6 hours ⏳ (1 week × 6 h)
75 Total Workload Hours
3 ECTS Credits
Course Policies
Academic Integrity
All work submitted must be your own. Plagiarism, cheating, or any form of academic dishonesty will result in disciplinary action according to university policies. When in doubt about citation practices, consult the instructor.
Attendance Policy
Students are expected to adhere to the attendance requirements as outlined in the International University of Sarajevo Study Rules and Regulations. Excessive absences, whether excused or unexcused, may impact academic performance and eligibility for assessment. Mandatory sessions (e.g., labs, workshops) require attendance unless formally exempted. For detailed policies on absences, documentation, and penalties, please refer to the official university regulations.
Technology & AI Policy
Laptops/tablets may be used for note-taking only during lectures. Phones should be silenced and put away during all class sessions. Audio/video recording requires prior permission from the instructor.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage: The use of AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Copilot, Gemini) varies by assessment component. Please refer to the AI usage indicator next to each assessment item in the Assessment Methods and Criteria section above. Submitting AI-generated content as your own work, where AI is not explicitly allowed, constitutes an academic integrity violation.
Communication Policy
All course-related communication should occur through official university channels (institutional email or SIS). Emails should include [ME206] in the subject line.
Academic Quality Assurance Policy
Course Academic Quality Assurance is achieved through Semester Student Survey. At the end of each academic year, the institution of higher education is obliged to evaluate work of the academic staff, or the success of realization of the curricula.
Learning Tips
Be prepared to contribute thoughtfully during class discussions, labs, or collaborative work. Active participation deepens understanding and encourages critical thinking.
Complete assigned readings or prep materials before class. Take notes, highlight key ideas, and jot down questions. Aim to grasp core concepts and their applications—not just facts.
Use course frameworks or methodologies to analyze problems, case studies, or projects. Begin early to allow time for reflection and refinement. Seek feedback to improve your work.
Don’t hesitate to reach out when something is unclear. Use office hours, discussion boards, or peer networks to clarify concepts and stay on track.
Syllabus Last Updated on Feb 02, 2026 | International University of Sarajevo
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| Course Code | Course Title | Weekly Hours* | ECTS | Weekly Class Schedule | ||||||
| T | P | |||||||||
| ME206 | Engineering Materials | 3 | 0 | 3 | ||||||
| Prerequisite | ENS205-3 | It is a prerequisite to | - | |||||||
| Lecturer | Petar Tasić | Office Hours / Room / Phone | Tuesday: 12:00-13:00 |
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| ptasic@ius.edu.ba | ||||||||||
| Assistant | Assistant E-mail | |||||||||
| Course Objectives | The main goal of this course is to introduce the basic concepts associated with mechanical properties. The student will learn terms such as hardness, stress, strain, elastic and plastic deformation, viscoelasticity, and strain rate. He will also review some of the testing procedures that engineers use to evaluate many of these properties. These concepts will be discussed using illustrations from real-world applications. | |||||||||
| Textbook | 1) The Science and Engineering of Materials -Sixth Edition, Donald R. Askeland, Cengage Learning, Inc 2010. | |||||||||
| Additional Literature |
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| Learning Outcomes | After successful completion of the course, the student will be able to: | |||||||||
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| Teaching Methods | The methods include lectures (which may involve power point presentation, video and audio aids), class discussion, case studies and student presentations. | |||||||||
| Teaching Method Delivery | Face-to-face | Teaching Method Delivery Notes | ||||||||
| WEEK | TOPIC | REFERENCE | ||||||||
| Week 1 | Introduction to Engineering Materials | Chapter 1 | ||||||||
| Week 2 | Ferrous and Nonferrous Alloys | Chapter 14 | ||||||||
| Week 3 | Ceramic materials, Polymers | Chapter 15 & 16 | ||||||||
| Week 4 | Composites | Chapter 17 | ||||||||
| Week 5 | Mechanical Properties of Materials | Chapter 6 | ||||||||
| Week 6 | Thermal Properties of Materials | Chapters 22 | ||||||||
| Week 7 | Mini Research | |||||||||
| Week 8 | Fatigue and Creep | Chapter 7 | ||||||||
| Week 9 | Midterm Exam | |||||||||
| Week 10 | Atom and Ion Movements in Materials | Chapter 5 | ||||||||
| Week 11 | Solid solutions | Chapter 10 | ||||||||
| Week 12 | Principles of Solidification | Chapter 9 | ||||||||
| Week 13 | Presentation | |||||||||
| Week 14 | Strain Hardening and Annealing, Dispersion Strengthening | Chapters 8 & 11 | ||||||||
| Week 15 | Imperfections in the atomic and ionic arrangements | Chapter 4 | ||||||||
| Assessment Methods and Criteria | Evaluation Tool | Quantity | Weight | Alignment with LOs | AI Usage |
| Final Exam | 1 | 40 | 1-5 | Not Allowed | |
| Semester Evaluation Components | |||||
| Midterm Exam | 1 | 30 | 1-3 | Not Allowed | |
| Mini Research | 1 | 15 | 1,2 | Consult Instructor | |
| Presentation | 1 | 15 | 3-5 | Consult Instructor | |
| *** ECTS Credit Calculation *** | |||||
| Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | Activity | Hours | Weeks | Student Workload Hours | |||
| Lecture hours | 3 | 12 | 36 | Home Study | 1 | 15 | 15 | |||
| Mini Research | 3 | 1 | 3 | Presentation | 3 | 3 | 9 | |||
| Midterm exam study | 3 | 2 | 6 | Final exam study | 6 | 1 | 6 | |||
| Total Workload Hours = | 75 | |||||||||
| *T= Teaching, P= Practice | ECTS Credit = | 3 | ||||||||
| Course Academic Quality Assurance: Semester Student Survey | Last Update Date: 22/02/2026 | |||||||||