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Module Title	LM Non-metallic Materials
School	Metallurgy and Materials
Department	Metallurgy & Materials
Module Code	04 38391
Module Lead	Dr Mike Jenkins
Level	Masters Level
Credits	20
Semester	Semester 1
Pre-requisites
Co-requisites
Restrictions	None
Contact Hours	Lecture-40 hours Tutorial-6 hours Guided independent study-154 hours Total: 200 hours
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Description	This module will examine a broad range of non-metallic materials. The module content is divided into three sections relating to polymeric, ceramic and composite materials. Each section will consider the following key themes in materials science; synthesis, microstructure, processing/forming, mechanical properties and characterisation. Each section of the module will begin with introductory content that is suitable for students with a non-materials background, but will develop rapidly to enable students to achieve deep-learning in relation to these types of materials. The polymer section of the module will focus on thermoplastic polymers; the ceramics section on the interrelationships between starting materials, processing, microstructure and material/component properties; and the composites section on laminated fibre reinforced polymer composites for structural applications. The context of the module will be established through numerous examples of the application of these materials in industry.
Learning Outcomes	By the end of the module students should be able to: Analyse the relationship between structure, processing, microstructure development and properties in polymer, composite and ceramic materials. Evaluate data from key techniques used in the characterisation of polymers, composites and ceramics. In the context of an integrated materials case study, apply key concepts in the science of polymers, composites and ceramics.
Assessment	38391-01 : Examination : Exam (Centrally Timetabled) - Written Unseen (40%) 38391-02 : Materials Case Study : Coursework (20%) 38391-03 : Ceramics Coursework : Coursework (20%) 38391-04 : Composites Coursework : Coursework (20%)
Assessment Methods & Exceptions	Assessment: Examination (50%) Coursework (50%) Reassessment: Guided essay (100%)
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