· Introduction to tribology, surfaces, contacts · Mechanics and physical-chemistry of contact · Friction - adhesion · Liquid and solid lubrication · Different lubrication regimes: HD, EHD, mixed, limit · Lubricants and additives · Wear / tribological damage: mechanisms, quantification · Characterization of rubbed/worn surfaces: mechanical, physical-chemical and topographical · Experimentation in tribology. Test devices and tribological maps · Applications of tribology to transportation and health Work in autonomy in group of 2 students on a bibliographic surveys