Manufacturing Materials

Unit code: NEM3201 | Study level: Undergraduate

Credit points

(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)

Location

Footscray Park

Prerequisites

NEM2102 - Introduction to Engineering Materials

(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)

Overview

This unit aims to extend students’ knowledge of materials science and engineering in the context of structure, properties, processing and applications of basic engineering materials such as ferrous (steel) alloys, leading edge non-ferrous alloys, polymers, ceramics and composites; and integrate it into issues of sustainable engineering product design and manufacturing technologies. This unit introduces concepts for designing the structure of various classes of materials to achieve specific properties. This unit will also give students an understanding of the engineering practice through an introduction to problem solving methodology and knowledge of the responsibilities of the professional engineer.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

Analyse the structure, properties, and processing of various materials, and evaluate key issues relating to engineering science in manufacturing and the environment;
Exhibit the ability to select materials and design their structure with a predetermined set of properties;
Conduct research to identify the structure/property correlations of a range of materials in engineering applications;
Solve a range of numerical and engineering problems found in materials engineering practice and design; and
Evaluate and apply formulation and solution techniques, communicate effectively, and use a systems approach to design.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Project

Grade: 15%

Report focuses on the processing of non-ferrous materials.

Assessment type: Other

Grade: 25%

Portfolio (approx. 7-10 pages) - The portfolio includes a series of activities aimed at developing materials selection and mechanical design skills.

Assessment type: Test

Grade: 60%

Tests (2) - The two tests assess students' understanding of key concepts in materials engineering.

Required reading

Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction

Callister, D.W. Jr (2013)| John Wiley & Sons

Manufacturing Engineering and Technology

Kalpakjian, S., 2010| Addison- Wesley

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical Engineering)

NHEM | Bachelor honours degree | Duration: 4 years

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