Materials science and engineering
4 points * 26 lectures plus tutorials and practical classes * Offered in both semesters * Clayton * Prerequisites: MTE1510
Objectives To gain an appreciation and understanding of the properties of materials important in engineering design.
Synopsis Mechanical properties of metals, fracture. Strength of engineering alloys. Structure and properties of steels. Welding of steel and aluminium. Selection of engineering materials. Mechanical properties of polymers. Corrosion of metals. Mechanical properties of ceramics.
Recommended texts
Ashby M F and Jones D R H Engineering materials I Pergamon, 1980
McCrum N G and others Principles of polymer engineering OUP, 1988
Tretheway L R and Chamberlain I Corrosion Longman, 1988
Reference
Callister W Material science and engineering
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