Introduction to Ceramics
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The official GTU curriculum for Introduction to Ceramics (subject code C4325202) as prescribed for CT · Semester 2 divides the course into 5 units, covering 18 listed topics. The unit-wise breakdown below is read from the GTU syllabus document for this subject code, so you can check what the course actually covers before deciding which papers to attempt.
Download the official syllabus PDF (C4325202)Unit 1 INTRODUCTION TO CERAMICS
- 1.1. History and development of ceramics.
- 1.2. Definition and classification of ceramics such as Structural ceramics, Refractory, White wares, Pottery, Insulators, Glass, Cement.
- 1.3. Different Opportunities in ceramics.
- 1.4. Development of ceramics in India and advancement in other country.
Unit 2 White ware & Refractory
- 2.1. Definition of white ware.
- 2.2. Explain different types and applications of white ware products such as Terracotta, Bone china ware, porcelain ware, Earthen ware, Stone ware, sanitary ware, Table ware, Ceramic wall and floor tiles, Electrical insulators etc.
- 2.3. Definition of Refractory.
- 2.4. Explain different types and applications of refractory products.
Unit 3 Glass, Enamel & cement
- 3.1. Definition of glass.
- 3.2. Explain different types of glass and its applications.
- 3.3. Definition of Enamel.
- 3.4. Explain different types of enamel and its applications.
- 3.5. Define cement and its various applications.
Unit 4 Advanced Ceramics
- 4.1. Definition of advanced ceramics.
- 4.2. Explain different types of advanced ceramics products.
- 4.3. Uses of Advanced ceramic products in different fields.
Unit 5 Handling
- 5.1. Explain different types of ceramic wastes. Introduction to ceramics Course Code: C4325202 ceramic waste 5b. Establish the relationship of sustainability and ceramic waste.
- 5.2. Suggest different way to utilize or dispose ceramic wastes. Note: The UOs need to be formulated at the ‘Application Level’ and above of Revised Bloom’s Taxonomy’ to accelerate the attainment of the COs and the competency.