Metals are among the most recyclable materials on our planet, but can they truly become “forever materials” within a circular economy? This course delves into the challenges of designing alloys for circularity and explores how we can overcome future challenges.
We will examine the sustainability aspects of metal recycling, assess the current state of recycled ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, and explore cutting-edge research focused on designing alloys that are optimized for circular economy.
General information
The course is structured into three modules:
- Module A-Sustainability aspects: In this module, we will explore the sustainability challenges we are facing and evaluate the essential role of metals in the green transition. Moreover, we will analyse circular economy strategies for metals.
- Module B-Non-ferrous alloys: In this module, we will focus on aluminium, magnesium, titanium and nickel-based alloys. For each alloy family, we will explore their specific sustainability challenges, identify key opportunities for alloy design.
- Module C-Ferrous alloys: In this module, we will identify the key challenges in sustainable ferrous alloys, explore and critically analyse alloy design strategies for life-time extension and enhanced circularity.
All individual modules are also available to industry professionals through the Circumet project.
We emphasise active dialogue both among participants and between participants and lecturers. Each module consists of two in-person sessions, online workshops, and self-paced study via the Canvas learning platform. Between the sessions and workshops, participants engage in lectures, literature studies, analyses, and reflective exercises while networking and collaborating with peers.
Prerequisites:
We welcome all master’s programme students, PhD students and Chalmers alumni who are interested in the circularity of metallic materials.
How to apply:
Apply to all Tracks courses at universityadmissions.se/antagning.se.
At universityadmissions.se/antagning.se: Search for the course you are interested in by using the course code starting with TRA.
More information on how to apply: Select a Tracks course
Details:
Teachers: Prof. Fang Liu, Department of Industrial and Materials Science, Chalmers, Assistant Prof. Lucia Lattanzi, Department of Materials and Manufacturing, Jönköping University
Course dates: Study period 1 and 2
Credits: 7.5
Level: A
Course code: TRA490
Application deadline: May 6-20, 2025