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Learning Methods

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Module Offerings

6500CIVSL-JUN-PAR
6500CIVSL-OCT-PAR

Aims

To further develop the student's understanding of the behaviour of Engineering Materials under a wide range of service conditions. To develop the student's ability to evaluate new developments in Materials Science and to compare critically the choice of materials for specific applications.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Critically analyse the materials requirements for specific structural and non-structural applications.
2.
Critically analyse current developments in materials development.
3.
Analyse the behaviour of materials under fire conditions.
4.
Undertake an in-depth critical analysis of recent developments in a chosen area of Materials Science.

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Relationships between materials properties and environment leading to durability criteria. Design for durability, life cycle planning and maintenance. Production and properties of advanced materials including composite materials. Assessment of novel structural materials. Fire: combustion and spread of fire, behaviour and deterioration of structural materials in fire conditions.
Additional Information:This module develops techniques for evaluating and understanding the behaviour of engineering materials under various service conditions including exposure and loading regimes. On completion of the module students should have an understanding of the performance of a range of materials commonly used in the design of structures and an appreciation of new developments in the industry.

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