2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

CAPE1720 Materials Science and Engineering

20 creditsClass Size: 150

Module manager: Dr SM Collins
Email: s.m.collins@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

Pre-requisite qualifications

Admission to an undergraduate programme in the School of Chemical and Process Engineering.

This module is mutually exclusive with

XJMS1720

Materials Science and Engineering

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This module will introduce the basics of materials science and engineering for all classes of materials, covering materials selection and processing for a range of engineering applications.

Objectives

On completion of this module, students should:

- be familiar with the basic properties of engineering materials and be able to relate these properties to the structure and microstructure of the materials;
- understand the different modes of failure of engineering materials and relate these to service conditions, failure mechanisms and micro-structural changes;
- understand how processing and manufacturing methods can influence both the bulk and surface properties of materials;
- be able to draw on this knowledge to gain an understanding of the role and importance of materials and process selection within the engineering design process;
- understand the fundamentals of metal, ionic and covalent crystal structures;
- understand the relationship of crystal structure to the properties of materials;
- understand the basics of X-ray powder diffraction;
- understand the principles behind materials processing and the selection of materials processing methods;
- determine the materials and processes used for the manufacture of common engineering designs, components and their assembly.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes relevant to the subject:

1. Gain knowledge and understanding of the structure and properties of metals, ceramics, polymers and composites.
2. Developed an ability to assess materials and simple processing routes for delivering desired properties in specific engineering applications.
3. Have knowledge and understanding of the selection, application and service-life of engineering materials, such as in the selection for specific applications while also accounting for usage problems such as fatigue, wear and oxidation/corrosion.
4. Apply knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems.
5. Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, recognising the limitations of the techniques employed.
6. Design solutions for complex problems that meet a combination of societal, user, business and customer needs as appropriate.
Select and apply appropriate materials, equipment, engineering technologies and processes, recognising their limitations.
7. Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader of a team.

Skills Learning Outcomes
Candidates will have had the opportunity to develop the following skills through this module:
a. Technical skills
b. Critical thinking and problem solving
c. Teamwork and written communication

Syllabus

- Evolution and development of engineering materials.
- Design and role of materials selection.
- Classification of engineering materials and description of bulk properties.
- Crystal structures.
- Elastic deformation.
- Description of material microstructures and their origins.
- Plastic deformation and properties; strength, ductility, toughness.
- Dislocation and slip theory; theoretical strength and strengthening of materials.
- Ductile and brittle fracture - fast fracture.
- Fatigue failure - high and low cycle fatigue, fatigue testing and lifetime predictions.
- Creep deformation and rupture.
- Surface properties of materials - degradation, oxidation, corrosion, friction and wear; introduction to surface engineering.
- Construct crystal structure models and use software to analyse structures.
- Describe salient features of common crystal structures (metallic, ionic and covalent).
- Label lattice planes and directions.
- Understand the basics of X-ray powder diffraction.
- Relate crystal structure to mechanical and electrical properties of materials.
- Materials processing: primary, secondary and tertiary processes; secondary/tertiary materials process selection criteria: re-shaping, removal and build-up techniques; surface and heat treatments also considering the basic economics of these processes.
-Case studies of structure-property relationships and materials processing and economics in engineering applications.


Methods of Assessment

We are currently refreshing our modules to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full assessment details for this module are not available before the start of the academic year, at which time details of the assessment(s) will be provided.

Assessment for this module will consist of;

Maximum 1 coursework
Maximum 2 examinations

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Supervision	2	2.00	4.00
Lectures	40	1.00	40.00
seminars	24	1.00	24.00
Practicals	2	2.00	4.00
Private study hours			128.00
Total Contact hours			72.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			200.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Formative feedback on materials selection and processing toa specificed design prior to coursework submission and a number of self learning exercises.

Reading list

The reading list is available from the Library website

Last updated: 01/05/2024

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