IND2392

Material selection

(ENG)

P Wellington

4 points + 22 lecture hours and 22 laboratory hours + First semester + Caulfield + Prerequisite: ENG1501 + Prohibition: MEC2460

Synopsis: Topics covered will include chemical and crystal structure of metals and polymers. Common metal alloys. Polymer structure - property relationships covering tensile behaviour, creep and fracture. Fibre reinforced composites and adhesives. Factors influencing failure and methods of strengthening materials. Materials selection.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 70% + Assignments, practicals and test: 10% each