Engineering materials
BI BM BN BEC
T J Richards
4 points * 26 lecture hours, 26 laboratory/tutorial hours * Second semester * Gippsland/Distance
Atomic structure and inter-atomic bonding. The structure of crystalline solids. Imperfections in solids. Solid state diffusion. Mechanical properties of metals. Dislocations and strengthening mechanisms. The four basic mechanisms of fracture. Phase diagrams. Non equilibrium phase transformations. The iron-iron carbide system. Non-ferrous alloys (including bearing materials). Structure and properties of ceramics. Polymers, composite materials and adhesives. Cement and concrete. Timber and timber products. Introduction to corrosion and degradation of materials.
Assessment
Examinations (3 hours): 55% * Tutorial tests: 15% * Laboratory work/assignments: 30%
Prescribed texts
Callister W D Materials science and engineering: An introduction Wiley, 1985