2016/17 Taught Postgraduate Module Catalogue
CAPE5705M Phase Transformations and Microstructural Control
15 creditsClass Size: 30
Module manager: Dr RF Cochrane
Email: r.f.cochrane@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2016/17
Module replaces
PEME5721M Phase Transformations and Microstructural ControlThis module is not approved as an Elective
Objectives
The objectives of this module are to:- understand the physical and chemical principles underlying phase transformations in materials;
- understand how phase transformations may be exploited to produce materials with specific microstructures to yield desired properties;
- understand how control over phase transformations may be exerted by an appropriate choice of processing route.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this module, students should:
- understand the thermodynamic, kinetic and morphological principles underpinning phase transformations from the vapour, liquid and solid states;
- understand how phase transformations may be controlled to produce a specific microstructure in metals, ceramics, polymers and composites;
- be able to apply these principles in understanding the design and capabilities of materials processing techniques.
Syllabus
- The importance phase transformations;
- Elements of a phase transformation;
- Thermodynamic order of a phase transformation;
- Diffusion;
- Thermodynamics: equilibrium; phase diagrams and driving forces; effect of surfaces and interfaces on equilibrium;
- Kinetics of first and second order phase transformations: diffusive and displacive transformations; nucleation; growth; transformation rate;
- Microstructural development during transformations from the vapour, liquid and solid states;
- Controlling microstructural development in materials processing through phase transformations.
Teaching methods
Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
Lecture | 33 | 1.00 | 33.00 |
Practical | 5 | 2.00 | 10.00 |
Tutorial | 5 | 2.00 | 10.00 |
Independent online learning hours | 22.00 | ||
Private study hours | 75.00 | ||
Total Contact hours | 53.00 | ||
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150.00 |
Private study
Independent on-line blended learning which consolidates and extends the lecture material and allows students to assess their progress via integrated quizzes;Revision of lecture material in preparation for tests (20 hours);
Project work and report writing (55 hours).
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Performance in formative tutorial and practical classes and in formative quizzes integrated into on-line learning resources. Performance in tests.Methods of assessment
Coursework
Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
In-course Assessment | 4 tests (equal weighting) | 40.00 |
Case Study | 1 x 6000 words | 60.00 |
Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100.00 |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 31/03/2016
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