MSC3121 - Microstructural design in structural materials

Leader: Dr J-F Nie

Offered

Clayton First semester 2008 (Day)

Synopsis

Phase transformations - precipitation and precipitation hardening, spinodal decomposition, displacive transformations, ordering; and structure and properties of ceramics.

Objectives

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.

Assessment

Three written assignments: 30%
Four laboratory classes: 20%
One three-hour exam: 50%

Contact hours

2.5 lectures/tutorials plus 2.5 hours laboratory per week

Prerequisites

MSC2011

Prohibitions

MSC3021, MTE3502