What will I learn?
The online viscoelasticity course (in its free or paid mode), Viscoelasticity and dynamic-mechanical behavior of polymeric materials. Modeling from the Universitat Politècnica de València will teach you the fundamentals of viscoelasticity, the rheological properties of polymeric materials, linear and non-linear viscoelastic models, dynamic-mechanical testing, and fitting and simulation techniques. Additionally, you will see practical examples of how to apply viscoelasticity and modeling to different engineering problems, such as part design, failure analysis, quality control, etc.
The course is aimed at students, professionals, and researchers interested in viscoelasticity and modeling and their applications in engineering and science. It is recommended to have notions of mathematics, physics, and chemistry. The course has a rigorous and didactic approach, combining clear and detailed explanations with examples and activities that will help you consolidate your learning. The course also offers additional resources, such as readings, videos, and links of interest, which you can consult to expand your knowledge and delve deeper into the topics that interest you most.
This course is available on the edX platform, one of the most prestigious in the world for online education, founded by MIT and Harvard University. It can be taken completely for free or by paying a small fee.
Contents of the online viscoelasticity course, Viscoelasticity and dynamic-mechanical behavior of polymeric materials. Modeling
In the course, you will be able to access the following contents:
- Introduction to viscoelasticity: general concepts, history, classification of materials, elastic, plastic, and viscoelastic behavior, time and temperature, principles of rheology, viscosity, and moduli.
- Linear viscoelastic models: Maxwell, Voigt, Kelvin, and Zener models, Prony and Boltzmann models, time-temperature and spectral superposition, frequency response, complex moduli, loss factor, Cole-Cole and Nyquist diagrams.
- Non-linear viscoelastic models: Eyring, Ree-Eyring, Carreau, Cross, and Bingham models, Wagner, Leonov, Giesekus, and Oldroyd models, molecular network models, finite element models, micromechanical models.
- Dynamic-mechanical testing and fitting and simulation techniques: types of tests, equipment and instruments, protocols and standards, data analysis, model selection criteria, fitting methods, simulation software, validation, and verification.
Free or paid viscoelasticity course
The course has two modalities: free and paid. The free viscoelasticity course mode allows you to access all course content, including videos, readings, exercises, and discussion forums.
The paid modality also offers you the possibility of obtaining a verified certificate from edX, which accredits your participation and completion of the course. This certificate can be of great value to your curriculum vitae, as it demonstrates your interest and competence in the field of viscoelasticity, one of the most important in physics. Additionally, by paying for the course, you will be contributing to ensuring that the Universitat Politècnica de València and edX can continue to offer quality and accessible courses for everyone. If you want to know more about the cost and benefits of this modality, I invite you to visit the course page on edX, where you will find all the information you need.
In conclusion, the online viscoelasticity course (in its free or paid mode), Viscoelasticity and dynamic-mechanical behavior of polymeric materials. Modeling, is a course that offers you a unique opportunity to acquire highly relevant and current knowledge and skills in the field of polymeric materials. Do not hesitate any longer and register for the course now. You won’t regret it!
