Essentials of Materials Engineering
PostgraduateCUR-ENR5102021
Course information for 2021 intake
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- Study method
- 100% online
- Assessments
- Subject may require attendance
- Entry requirements
- Part of a degree
- Duration
- 14 weeks
- Loan available
- FEE-HELP available
Essentials of Materials Engineering
About this subject
At the completion of this subject students will be able to:
- understand the fundamentals of materials science engineering
- basic understanding of mechanical properties of the materials
- understand material strengthening mechanisms, heat treatment processes and solidification of metals
- familiarise with broad spectrum of materials, ferrous, non-ferrous alloys, ceramics, polymers and composite materials.
- Unit Orientation. The World of Engineering Materials - an Overview.
- Metals Production: extraction, refining, alloying. Solidification of Metals.
- Industrial Shaping of Metals: casting, forging, extrusion.
- Imperfections in Metals and their Effects on Properties.
- Metals Strengthening: mechanisms/processes/effects. Hot / Cold Working. Heat Treatment.
- Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metals: nomenclature, properties, applications.
- Non-Metallic Materials: processing, nomenclature, properties, applications.
- Composite Materials: processing, nomenclature, properties, applications.
- Joining of Materials: thermal, mechanical, and adhesive joints.
- Fundamental Mechanical Properties and Testing of Engineering Materials.
- Materials Failure Modes. Non-destructive Examination.
- Wear of Materials: mechanisms, testing, and materials selection.
This unit introduces fundamentals of physical and mechanical properties of the engineering materials (metals, polymers and ceramics) used in different applications. Basic understanding on methods of material strengthening, principles of solidification, heat treatment of steels and cast irons will be established. Ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, ceramics, polymers and composite materials will be introduced, and their applications will be explored.
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- eTests (25%)
- Assignment (25%)
- End-of-semester Invigilated Exam (50%)
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Entry requirements
To enrol in this subject, you must be admitted into a degree.
Additional requirements
No additional requirements
Study load
- 0.125 EFTSL
- This is in the range of 10 to 12 hours of study each week.
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