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Learning outcomes
Describe which mechanical properties are most important for structural alloys and the dependence of these properties on microstructure.
Analyse the properties and roles of dislocations and twins in carrying plasticity in crystalline solids.
Discuss the different strengthening mechanisms in metals and alloys.
Discuss the causes of strain hardening and fracture of metals and alloys and how they depend on the microstructure.
Analyse the effect of temperature on the plasticity of metals and alloys and compare the deformation structures obtained at different temperatures and strain rates.
Predict the effect of microstructure on creep, fatigue and wear of metals and alloys.
Apply the principles of microstructure design to the optimization of selected mechanical properties.
Teaching approach
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.
Assessment
Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities
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Other unit costs
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.
Availability in areas of study
E6011 Master of Professional Engineering - Specialisation: Materials engineering