IND2392

Materials selection (4 points)

(ENG)

Leader: P Wellington

Offered:
Caulfield First semester 2003 (Day)
Caulfield First semester 2004 (Day)

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

Contact Hours: 22 lecture hours and 22 laboratory hours

Prerequisites: ENG1501

Prohibitions: MEC2460