Clayton First semester 2008 (Day)
Phase transformations - precipitation and precipitation hardening, spinodal decomposition, displacive transformations, ordering; and structure and properties of ceramics.
Students will develop a thorough understanding of the characteristics and mechanisms of solid-state phase transformations in and their impacts on the performance of engineering alloys; an understanding of the role of dislocations in determining the mechanical properties of metals and alloys; in depth understanding of strengthening mechanisms in metals and alloys; a knowledge of basic principles of microstructural design.
Three written assignments: 30%
Four laboratory classes: 20%
One three-hour exam: 50%
2.5 lectures/tutorials plus 2.5 hours laboratory per week
MSC3021, MTE3502