MSC3042

Modern Materials and Their Characterisation ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

Leader: Associate Professor Trevor Finlayson

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2005 (Day)

Synopsis: Materials characterisation - detailed study of the scientific basis for a selection of microstructural characterisation techniques; technical communications - a contemporary materials topic culminating in the presentation of a research seminar and a written essay.

Assessment: Examination (1.5 hours): 27.5% + Assignments: 12% + Research essay and seminar participation: 27.5% + Laboratory work: 33%

Contact Hours: 2.5 lectures/tutorials plus 2.5 hours laboratory per week

Prerequisites: MSC2011 or PHS2011