Teaching Responsibility
LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:
LJMU Partner Taught
Learning Methods
Lecture
Practical
Module Offerings
4604ICBTME-AUG-PAR
4604ICBTME-SEP-PAR
4604ICBTME-SEP_NS-PAR
Aims
This module will provide learners with the necessary background knowledge of the macro and micro properties, testing, selection, manufacturing and failure of engineering materials. This unit also aims to provide students with the appropriate set of skills to select the most adequate manufacturing technologies to transform raw materials into a tradable product based on economic, functional and sustainable aspects including application of machine tools.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Identify the differences in properties of common engineering material categories.
2.
Select suitable materials and processing methods for a specific product
3.
Interpret the in-service causes of failure of engineering materials
4.
Describe different manufacturing processes, manufacturing materials and tools
Module Content
Outline Syllabus:
Engineering Materials: Macro and micro properties of common engineering materials (Metals, Ceramics, Polymer, Semi-conductors, Composites). Metals like Carbon steels, alloys and non-ferrous metals. Polymers like Thermoplastics, thermosets and elastomers. Structure of common engineering materials and the influence of structure on properties. Common material testing methods to assess properties of engineering materials and testing standards. Material Selection. Common failure methods (Fracture, Creep, Fatigue). Sources of material property data. Manufacturing Processes: Principles of common manufacturing processes (additive, subtractive and formative) and their limitations. Categories of manufacturing processes for metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. Conventional and advanced machining processes (not limited to turning, milling, CNC and EDM). Molding and forming methods for polymers - injection molding, extrusion, blow molding and vacuum forming. Casting methods and mold types for metals in liquid state. Joining methods – Welding, brazing and soldering. Deformation processes - Primary and secondary processes; hot and cold working. Additive Manufacturing – VAT Photopolymerization, Material Extrusion, Binder Jetting, Powder Bed Fusion (Benefits, drawbacks, tools and equipment).
Engineering Materials: Macro and micro properties of common engineering materials (Metals, Ceramics, Polymer, Semi-conductors, Composites). Metals like Carbon steels, alloys and non-ferrous metals. Polymers like Thermoplastics, thermosets and elastomers. Structure of common engineering materials and the influence of structure on properties. Common material testing methods to assess properties of engineering materials and testing standards. Material Selection. Common failure methods (Fracture, Creep, Fatigue). Sources of material property data. Manufacturing Processes: Principles of common manufacturing processes (additive, subtractive and formative) and their limitations. Categories of manufacturing processes for metals, ceramics, polymers and composites. Conventional and advanced machining processes (not limited to turning, milling, CNC and EDM). Molding and forming methods for polymers - injection molding, extrusion, blow molding and vacuum forming. Casting methods and mold types for metals in liquid state. Joining methods – Welding, brazing and soldering. Deformation processes - Primary and secondary processes; hot and cold working. Additive Manufacturing – VAT Photopolymerization, Material Extrusion, Binder Jetting, Powder Bed Fusion (Benefits, drawbacks, tools and equipment).
Module Overview:
This module encapsulates topics relevant to common materials used in engineering application, the relevant material properties, the methods of testing these properties, summing to the selection of materials whilst considering the material failure modes. Additionally, this module will also explore manufacturing processes that are commonly conducted to meet various production demands, as well as discuss about the characteristic and machinery linked with these processes.
This module encapsulates topics relevant to common materials used in engineering application, the relevant material properties, the methods of testing these properties, summing to the selection of materials whilst considering the material failure modes. Additionally, this module will also explore manufacturing processes that are commonly conducted to meet various production demands, as well as discuss about the characteristic and machinery linked with these processes.
Additional Information:
Students will be supported, to achieve the above learning outcomes, by a series of lectures, tutorials and participation in practical sessions for problem solving. Self-managed study to analyze cases related to materials selection and failure. In-class participation and case studies are key features of this module. A recommended resource list - indicating key reading, will be provided to aid students with self-directed study.
Students will be supported, to achieve the above learning outcomes, by a series of lectures, tutorials and participation in practical sessions for problem solving. Self-managed study to analyze cases related to materials selection and failure. In-class participation and case studies are key features of this module. A recommended resource list - indicating key reading, will be provided to aid students with self-directed study.