Area: | WASM Minerals Engineering and Extractive Metallurgy Teaching Area |
Credits: | 25.0 |
Contact Hours: | 5.0 |
Lecture: | 2 x 2 Hours Weekly |
Laboratory: | 1 x 1 Hours Weekly |
Syllabus: | Atomic Structure. Interatomic Bonding. Structure of Crystalline Solids. Imperfections in Solids. Diffusion. Mechanical Properties of Metals. Dislocations and Strengthening Mechanisms. Failure. Phase Diagrams. Phase Transformations in Metals. Thermal Processing of Metal Alloys. Metal Alloys. Structure and Properties of Ceramics. Applications and Processing of Ceramics. Polymer Structures. Characteristics, Applications and Processing of Polymers. Composites. Concretes. Corrosion and Degradation of Materials. Electrical Properties. Thermal Properties. Magnetic Properties. Optical Properties. Material Selection and Design Considerations. Economic, Safety and Environmental Issues. |
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Unit Outcomes: | On successful completion of this unit, students will have- Presented the basic fundamentals of materials science on a level appropriate for university students who have a basic understanding of 1st year calculus, chemistry, and physics courses. Presentedthe subject matter in a logical order, from the simple to the more complex. Been treated in sufficient detail and to the extent that students have the opportunity to fully understand without having to consult other sources, and, in most cases, to includesome practical relevance. Included features that will expedite the learning process. |
Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases. |
Unit References: | No prescribed references. |
Unit Texts: | Callister, W.D, Jr. John Wiley & Sons. Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction. 5th edition. |
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Unit Assessment Breakdown: | Continuous Assessment 40%, Examination 40%, Laboratory 20%. This is by Grade/Mark Assessment. |
Field of Education: | 30305 Materials Engineering | HECS Band (if applicable): | 2 |
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Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information: | Informational | Result Type: | Grade/Mark |
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Availability
| Year | Location | Period | Internal | Area External | Central External | | 2004 | Kalgoorlie Campus | Semester 1 | Y | | |
Area
External | refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research. |
Central
External | refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area |
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