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Mechanical Materials

To enable students to gain an understanding of the characteristics and properties of common engineering materials and elements of chemistry relevant to mechanical and process engineering.

Information
Course Code MG5028
Level 5
Credits 15

Description

The learning outcomes for this course are:

Demonstrate an understanding of basic materials science chemistry

Describe and test properties of materials used in mechanical engineering

Describe and specify methods to change engineering material properties

Determine and apply selection criteria for engineering materials

Identify and explain likely causes of material failure

Delivered as part of the following programmes