Overview
The first part of this unit will focus on structural ceramics including zirconium oxides, silicon nitride, sialons, silicon carbide and ceramic particulate and fibre reinforced composites, their processing and applications. The crystal structures of the different materials and their properties will be correlated. Examples include cutting tools, wear parts and … For more content click the Read More button below.
Offerings
S1-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS
S1-FF-CLAYTON-FLEXIBLE
Requisites
Prerequisite
Rules
Enrolment Rule
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Professor Neil Cameron
Unit Coordinator(s)
Dr Gagan Kaur
Assessment summary
Continuous assessment: 50%
Final assessment: 50%
This unit contains a hurdle requirement that you must achieve to be able to pass the unit. You are required to achieve at least 45% in the total continuous assessment component and at least 45% in the final assessment component. The consequence of not achieving a hurdle requirement is a fail grade (NH) and a maximum mark of 45 for the unit.
Workload requirements
Workload
Other unit costs
Costs are indicative and subject to change.
Electronics, calculators and tools:
- From 2020, you are required to have a Casio FX-82AU (any version) scientific calculator OR Texas Instruments 30XB scientific calculator - $50. More information
Protective clothing and equipment:
- 100% cotton Laboratory coat - $50
- Safety glasses - $8
Availability in areas of study
Materials science