Overview

An introduction to the computational/modelling approaches currently available in materials science and engineering is provided. The reasons for using modelling approaches are discussed and the different types of models available are outlined. For each of the length scales important in understanding material behaviour (nano-, micro-, meso- and macro-), the available … For more content click the Read More button below.

Offerings

S2-01-CLAYTON-ON-CAMPUS

Contacts

Chief Examiner(s)

Professor Nikhil Medhekar

Unit Coordinator(s)

Professor Nikhil Medhekar

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, you should be able to:
1.

understand the role (and potential role) of modelling and simulation in understanding material behaviour

2.

appreciate the different types of modelling approaches that can be used (empirical, semi-empirical, physically-based, etc) and the advantages and disadvantages of each

3.

understand the methodology used to construct and test models in materials science and engineering

4.

understand the general principles, advantages and disadvantages underlying the most common modelling techniques used in materials science and engineering and the time and length scale at which they are applicable

5.

experience formulating a model, simulating results and analysing outcomes for a given problem in materials science and engineering.

Teaching approach

Problem-based learning
Peer assisted learning
Active learning

Assessment summary

Continuous assessment: 70%

Final assessment: 30%

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

1 - Minor assignment
2 - Major assignment
3 - Final assessment

Scheduled and non-scheduled teaching activities

Practical activities
Workshops

Workload requirements

Workload

Learning resources

Required resources

Other unit costs

The following item is mandatory for practical aspects of the unit and should be purchased at your own cost as you will be reusing them throughout your course.

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Availability in areas of study

Minor: Computational engineering