Information
| Unit | TECHNICAL SCIENCES VOCATIONAL SCHOOL |
| Code | MKS115 |
| Name | Heat Treatments |
| Term | 2026-2027 Academic Year |
| Semester | 1. Semester |
| Duration (T+A) | 2-0 (T-A) (17 Week) |
| ECTS | 3 ECTS |
| National Credit | 2 National Credit |
| Teaching Language | Türkçe |
| Level | Belirsiz |
| Type | Normal |
| Label | E Elective |
| Mode of study | Yüz Yüze Öğretim |
| Catalog Information Coordinator | Öğr. Gör. SEFA ERDEM YILMAZ |
| Course Instructor |
The current term course schedule has not been prepared yet.
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Course Goal / Objective
The aim of this course is to teach students heat treatment processes applied to metals, phase transformations, microstructural changes, and control of mechanical properties. It aims to provide basic knowledge and practical skills in heat treatment techniques used to improve material properties.
Course Content
Introduction to heat treatment, iron-carbon equilibrium diagram, phase transformations, annealing processes, hardening processes, tempering, normalizing, surface hardening methods, heat treatment furnaces, microstructure analysis methods, effects on material properties, and occupational safety.
Course Precondition
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Course Learning Outcomes
| Order | Course Learning Outcomes |
|---|---|
| LO01 | Explain the basic principles of heat treatment processes. |
| LO02 | Interpret the iron-carbon diagram. |
| LO03 | Explain annealing, hardening, and tempering processes. |
| LO04 | Compare surface hardening methods. |
| LO05 | Analyze the effects of heat treatment on material properties. |
| LO06 | Identify heat treatment equipment. |
| LO07 | Apply occupational health and safety rules in heat treatment processes. |
Relation with Program Learning Outcome
| Order | Type | Program Learning Outcomes | Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| PLO01 | Bilgi - Kuramsal, Olgusal | Gains basic knowledge of the field in mathematics, science and basic engineering. | 3 |
| PLO02 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gains the ability to read and draw technical drawings related to basic design, can design machine parts | |
| PLO03 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Has knowledge about measurement and control methods related to machine field and can use measurement/control tools. | |
| PLO04 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Has knowledge about manufacturing methods and can choose the appropriate manufacturing method for the machine parts desired to be produced. | |
| PLO05 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows the materials used within the scope of technical applications and their general properties, can choose materials for manufacturing and has knowledge about material inspection methods. | 3 |
| PLO06 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Can perform routine maintenance and repair operations of basic machine tools used in the manufacture of machine parts. | |
| PLO07 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Has knowledge about energy resources, has the ability to apply energy management and energy saving for the industry. | |
| PLO08 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Has knowledge about information and simulation technologies required for machine field and can use computer aided programs. | |
| PLO09 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows the hydraulic and pneumatic system elements used in automatic control systems and can perform their basic design. | |
| PLO10 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows the English meanings of basic tools, machine tools and professional terms related to the field of machinery. | |
| PLO11 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gains the ability to apply by examining the relevant processes in the industry and service sector. | |
| PLO12 | Beceriler - Bilişsel, Uygulamalı | Gains the ability to realize the drawings of professional plans and projects related to the field. | |
| PLO13 | Yetkinlikler - Öğrenme Yetkinliği | Knows the rules of occupational health and safety, has environmental protection awareness. | 2 |
| PLO14 | Yetkinlikler - Bağımsız Çalışabilme ve Sorumluluk Alabilme Yetkinliği | has the ability to produce solutions when faced with unpredictable situations, and to work as a team and independently. | |
| PLO15 | Yetkinlikler - İletişim ve Sosyal Yetkinlik | Knows professional ethics, social responsibility and effective communication techniques that must be followed in the field of machinery and in relations with the people in the organization. |
Week Plan
| Week | Topic | Preparation | Methods |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to heat treatment and basic concepts | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 2 | Material structure and crystal lattice | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Soru-Cevap |
| 3 | Iron-carbon equilibrium diagram | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 4 | Phase transformations | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 5 | Annealing processes | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 6 | Normalizing process | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 7 | Hardening processes | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 8 | Mid-Term Exam | lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 9 | Tempering process | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 10 | Surface hardening methods | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 11 | Induction and flame surface hardening | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 12 | Heat treatment furnaces and equipment | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama |
| 13 | Microstructure analysis and material testing | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Soru-Cevap |
| 14 | Occupational safety | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Tartışma |
| 15 | General review, and final evaluation | lecture notes | Öğretim Yöntemleri: Anlatım, Soru-Cevap, Alıştırma ve Uygulama, Tartışma |
| 16 | Term Exams | lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
| 17 | Term Exams | lecture notes | Ölçme Yöntemleri: Yazılı Sınav |
Student Workload - ECTS
| Works | Number | Time (Hour) | Workload (Hour) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Related Works | |||
| Class Time (Exam weeks are excluded) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Out of Class Study (Preliminary Work, Practice) | 14 | 2 | 28 |
| Assesment Related Works | |||
| Homeworks, Projects, Others | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mid-term Exams (Written, Oral, etc.) | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Final Exam | 1 | 4 | 4 |
| Total Workload (Hour) | 64 | ||
| Total Workload / 25 (h) | 2,56 | ||
| ECTS | 3 ECTS | ||