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327-2141-00L 6 Credits MSC D-MATL

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Materials+

Lecturers & Examiners: Dr. Rafael Nicolosi Libanori, Dr. Henning Galinski

Number of participants is limited to 25. MSc Materials Science students will have priority over other students.

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Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:53:14

Abstract

Materials+ is a team-based learning course focusing on sustained learning of key material concepts. This course teaches critical thinking and solving hands on material problems. The students will work in groups of five to solve a materials challenge. The eight week-long project includes a poster presentation and culminates in a materials challenge, where all groups compete against each other.

Objective

The overarching goal of this course is to provide students a risk-friendly environment, where they can learn the tools and mind-set to aim for scientific breakthroughs. The materials challenge is thought to be a stimulus rather than a goal, to aim for new solutions and creative ideas. Students enrolled in the course will acquire technical skills on materials selection, integration and engineering. Furthermore, they will develop personal and social competencies, especially in decision-making, communication, cooperation, coordination, adaptability and flexibility, creative and critical thinking, project management, problem-solving, integrity and ethics.

Content

In each term, the students will solve a materials challenge in class by applying three "state-of-the-art" material science concepts. Students will take an active role as they work with their peers in small groups to strengthen and apply their learned expert skills. The course is designed to promote student learning of key material concepts in an applied context and stimulate the developing of soft skills from inter- and intra-team social interactions.

General Information

Language: English
Levels: MSC
Frequency: Yearly recurring

Examination

Type: graded semester performance

The final mark for the course is the weighted average of the marks for the readiness assurance test (30%, written) and for the project work (70%, presentation and challenge).

Registration & Places

Max Places: 25

Course Components

Type	Title	Time & Place	Hours
lecture with exercise	Materials+ Weekly hours: 4h in presence, 2h self-study	Thu 12:45-16:30 (HCI D 441)	6 h weekly

Offered In

Materials Science Master
- Elective Courses (The students are free to choose individually from the entire course offer of ETH Zürich on the Master level. Please consult the study administration in case of questions.)