Module title
Materials and Manufacturing
Module code
INT1104
Academic year(s)
2015/6
Credits
15
Basic module details
Module staff
Andrew Mackenzie Robertson - Convenor
Duration (weeks) - term 1
Duration (weeks) - term 2
12
Duration (weeks) - term 3
Number students taking module (anticipated)
25
Description - summary of the module content
Module description
The material components of a product determine how efficiently it works. This module will keep you up to date with the latest
developments in materials and manufacturing by relating basic theory to current technology such as carbon nanotubes,
nanocomposites and rapid manufacture techniques. You'll be introduced to the fundamental material solids that engineers use
such as metals, polymers, composites, glasses and ceramics; exploring why they behave the way they do, how they differ and
what we can do to manipulate them to create products. As well as studying the behaviour of materials, you'll also take part in
lab work to make and test different kinds of polymer and study common manufacturing techniques by practically trying and
testing them. By the end of this course you will be able to explain how any single component is manufactured, why it was the
cheapest and best method of making it, what the properties of that material are, how they behave and how they arise.
Module aims - intentions of the module
Module aims
The material components of a product determine how efficiently it works. If the manufacturers of a railway carriage wheel use
the incorrect combination of material components, this can cause it to break and spell disaster for passengers.
You will learn how to relate basic theory to current technology such as carbon nanotubes, nanocomposites and rapid
manufacture techniques. Furthermore, the module will introduce you to the fundamental material solids that engineers use,
such as metals, polymers, composites, glasses and ceramics. You will also have the chance to explore why materials behave
the way they do, how they differ and what we can do to manipulate them to create products. Moreover, you will take part in lab
work to make and test different kinds of polymer, and study common manufacturing techniques by practically trying and testing
them.
Prerequisite module: INT1103
Intended learning outcomes (ILOs)
ILO: Module-specific skills
1. demonstrate a knowledge of the properties of materials relevant to their use in engineering applications and manufacturing
methods.
2. demonstrate a knowledge of economic and sustainability issues in materials and their manufacture
ILO: Discipline-specific skills
3. use laboratory equipment, correctly and safely, to make measurements
4. record and interpret the results of observed practical experiments and demonstrations.
ILO: Personal and key skills
5. write clear accounts (of laboratory experiments and demonstrations)
6. demonstrate a basic knowledge of Health and Safety issues in the workplace
7. carry out directed private study using textbooks and other provided resources
8. communicate effectively and accurately both orally and in writing
Syllabus plan
Syllabus plan
Materials: Mechanical properties of materials and how they arise.
Lifecycle issues: Manufacture, use and disposal/re-use/recycling of materials.
Manufacturing: Microstructure of materials, how microstructure is changed during manufacture and how this affects properties.
Economics and sustainability in materials and manufacturing.
Learning and teaching
Learning activities and teaching methods (given in hours of study time)
Scheduled Learning and Teaching
Activities
Guided independent study
Placement / study abroad
48
102
0
Details of learning activities and teaching methods
Category
Hours of study time
Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching
activities
26
Lectures. These introduce concepts,
provide a broad background, introduce
methods and give general guidance.
Scheduled learning and Teaching
activities
Scheduled learning and Teaching
activities
Guided independent study
16
Tutorials. These sessions will explore
particular topics in greater depth and
provide students with an opportunity to
consolidate their knowledge by solving
problems.
6
Laboratory sessions. The sessions
develop practical skills and awareness
of practical application of the subject
material.
102
Directed reading, assigned problems
and web-based activities on ELE will
develop learning at a pace appropriate
for the individual student.
Assessment
Formative assessment
Form of assessment
Size of the assessment (eg
length / duration)
ILOs assessed
Feedback method
Tutorial examples
In tutorials
1, 2, 7, 8
Verbal feedback on review
Summative assessment (% of credit)
Coursework
Written exams
Practical exams
30
70
0
Details of summative assessment
Form of assessment
% of credit
Size of the
assessment (eg
length / duration)
ILOs assessed
Feedback method
Written assignments Laboratory reports
15
2 Laboratory reports.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8
Written feedback on
formal submission
Written examination
70
1 closed book exam of
2 hours duration
1, 2, 8
Written feedback on
formal submission
Written assignments
15
2 TMA
1, 2, 8
Written feedback on
formal submission
Re-assessment
Details of re-assessment (where required by referral or deferral)
Original form of assessment Form of re-assessment
ILOs re-assessed
Timescale for reassessment
Written exam
Written exam (referral)
1, 2, 8
Usually taken in next exam
period
Written exam
Written exam (deferral)
1, 2, 8
Usually taken in next exam
period
Re-assessment notes
The pass mark for award of credit in this module is 40%. Referral is the process whereby a further attempt at the module
examination, following an initial failure, is permitted without the requirement to repeat any attendance. Referral will constitute a
second formal examination – coursework will not be included in the re-assessment. All summative coursework must be
completed before entitlement to a referral. The grade for the referred exam, and therefore the module grade, will be capped at
40%. For deferrals, candidates will be awarded the higher of the deferred examination mark or the deferred examination mark
combined with the original coursework mark.
Resubmission of coursework is impractical since coursework answers and feedback are given to students after marking.
Resources
Indicative learning resources - Basic reading
Ashby, M & Jones, D. (2005) Engineering Materials Vol. I, 3rd edition [online], Available:
http://lib.exeter.ac.uk/search~S6?/aAshby/aashby;T=Engineering+Materials/1,8,0,B/l856~b1817897&amp
Ashby, M. & Jones, D. Engineering Materials, Vol II, 3rd edition [online], Available:
http://lib.exeter.ac.uk/search~S6?/aAshby/aashby;T=Engineering+Materials/1,8,0,B/l856~b1817898&amp
Callister, W. (2007) Materials Science and Engineering: an introduction, 8th edition, Chichester: John Wiley & Sons. ISBN: 9780470505861 (set)
Kalpakjian, S. (2007) Manufacturing Processes for Engineering Materials, 5th edition, New Jersey: Prentice Hall. ISBN:
9780132272711 (set)
Module has an active ELE page?
Yes
Indicative learning resources - Web based and electronic resources
ELE – http://vle.exeter.ac.uk/
Indicative learning resources - Other resources
Other details
Module ECTS
7.5
Module pre-requisites
INT1103 Core Engineering (Mechanics, Materials and Electronics)
Module co-requisites
None
NQF level (module)
4
Available as distance learning?
No
Origin date
17/11/2011
Last revision date
17/07/2015
Key words search
Engineering, mechanical, materials, manufacturing, manufacturing technology