Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
Engineering
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Seminar
Tutorial
Module Offerings
7006MSC-SEP-CTY
Aims
To develop a wide knowledge of advanced materials and to study the materials selection process involved in the design and manufacture of engineering products.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Critically review the mechanical performance and applications of a range of engineering materials
2.
Demonstrate knowledge of the structures, properties of composites and high performance alloys and new development
3.
Select materials to meet the performance requirements of a range of engineering applications
4.
Have knowledge of the use of life cycle analysis and maintainability principles and practices with respect to recycling issues
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:Structure, properties and applications of engineering materials - metals, polymers, foams, rubbers and composites
Advanced materials, applications: Low weigh structures, composites and high performance alloys
The selection of materials on the basis of performance requirements:- strength, stiffness, toughness, fatigue resistance and energy absorption.
New modern materials development
Life cycle analysis and maintainability related to recycling issues.
Module Overview:
This module provides an in-depth understanding of the structure and properties of advanced modern materials together with techniques available for improving properties of materials. It aims to develop a wide knowledge of advanced materials and to study the materials selection process involved in the design and manufacture of engineering products.
This module provides an in-depth understanding of the structure and properties of advanced modern materials together with techniques available for improving properties of materials. It aims to develop a wide knowledge of advanced materials and to study the materials selection process involved in the design and manufacture of engineering products.
Additional Information:This module will provide an in depth understanding of the structure and properties of advanced modern materials together with techniques available for improving properties of materials. The selection of materials based applications will also be developed.