Overview
Requisites
Contacts
Chief Examiner(s)
Unit Coordinator(s)
Notes
This unit is not offered in 2021.
Learning outcomes
determine the definitive characteristics of the key classes of materials, recognise common prototype structures for metallic, ionic and ceramic crystals, and possess an understanding of the factors influencing the development of these structures
display knowledge of elementary crystallography, including crystal lattices, crystal structures, elements of symmetry and their representation
understand the geometry and crystallography of common crystal defects, and their effects on material properties
understand the derivation of binary and ternary alloy phase diagrams from the laws of thermodynamics, based on the concept of Gibbs free energy
Use a binary phase diagram to quantitatively describe equilibrium states and understand the microstructures to be expected for various binary material systems exhibiting, in particular complete solid solubility, eutectic, eutectoid, and peritectic reactions
use basic laboratory skills to study the microstructure of materials, be able to work effectively within a team in carrying out laboratory work, be able to keep appropriate laboratory records and develop skills to communicate the results and conclusions of practical work.
Teaching approach
Assessment summary
Continuous assessment: 50%
Final assessment: 50%
This unit contains hurdle requirements 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.
Assessment
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
Workload requirements
Other unit costs
Costs are indicative and subject to change.
- Electronics, calculators and tools, at your own cost:
You are required to have a Faculty-approved scientific calculator - approximately $50
Protective clothing and equipment, at your own cost:
- Laboratory coat - approximately $35 to $50
- Safety glasses - approximately $8, or prescription safety glasses (if required) - approximately $350
- Laboratory-appropriate enclosed footwear (non-porous material, equipped with non-absorbent, slip-resistant soles)
Availability in areas of study
Materials science (Pre-2020)