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Describe the derivation of phase diagrams from the laws of thermodynamics, based on the concepts of Gibbs energy and chemical potentials.
Quantitatively describe equilibrium states using phase diagrams.
Use Gibbs energy curves and chemical potentials to describe the driving forces for diffusion and phase transformations.
Describe the microstructures to be expected for various material systems exhibiting, in particular complete solid solubility, eutectic, eutectoid and peritectic reactions.
Describe how atomic diffusion occurs in liquid and solid phases and how this controls the nucleation, growth and coarsening of phases.
Discuss the concept and applications of phase metastability.
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.
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Assessment summary
Continuous assessment: 50%
Final assessment: 50%
This unit contains threshold 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.
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The following items are mandatory for practical aspects of the unit and should be purchased at your own cost as you will be reusing them throughout your course.
- Calculator
- Protective clothing and equipment:
- Laboratory coat (Approximately AUD35 to AUD55)
- Safety glasses (Approximately AUD8)
- Laboratory-appropriate enclosed footwear (Non-porous material, equipped with non-absorbent, slip-resistant soles)
Costs are indicative only.
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E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - Specialisation: Materials engineering