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INTI INTERNATIONAL UNIVERSITY
COURSE STRUCTURE
PROGRAMME: BACHELOR OF ENGINEERING (HONS) IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING (BMEGI)
1.
NAME OF COURSE/MODULE: ENGINEERING MATERIALS
2.
COURSE CODE: EGR2208
3.
RATIONALE FOR THE INCLUSION OF THE COURSE/MODULE IN THE PROGRAMME:
According to EAC Manual 2017, this is the core subject of mechanical engineering discipline and is under the area of
materials.
Total Student Independent
Total Face to Face
Learning Time
Student Learning Time (SLT)
L
T
P
O
A
B/O
IL
4.
L = Lecture
T = Tutorial
P = Practical(Lab)
O= Others
A= Assessment
B/O=Blended /Online learning
IL= Independent learning
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14
12
4
88
5.
6.
CREDIT VALUE: 4 credits
PREREQUISITE (IF ANY):
None
7. LEARNING OUTCOMES:
On completion of the course, students will be able to:
1. Describe the atomic and crystal structures of materials, and the results of diffusion in solids.
2. Relate the mechanical properties of metals and alloys to various failure modes and strengthening mechanisms.
3. Analyze various types of phase diagrams in pure substances and alloys.
4. Classify and compare the properties of polymers, ceramics and composite materials, and the electrical and
electronic characteristics in materials.
8. SYNOPSIS:
The course involves the application of appropriate knowledge and skills learned, to study and to develop a solution to
an engineering project/problem. It is a double-module course.
9. MODE OF DELIVERY:
Lectures, tutorial and laboratory. Lectures and tutorial will be conducted both face to face and online.
10. ASSESSMENT METHODS AND TYPES:
Method
Types
Weightage (%)
Assignments
10
Continuous Assessment
Test 1
10
Test 2
10
Lab/Project
10
Summative Assessment
Final Examination
60
11. CONTENT OUTLINE OF THE COURSE/MODULE AND THE SLT PER TOPIC:
Sessions
Topics
LO
L
T
P
B/O
O
A
IL
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1-4
5–7
8–9
10 – 11
Materials Science & Engineering
Types of Materials: Metals, Ceramics and
Glasses, Polymers, Composites,
Semiconductors. Bonds in These Materials.
Comparison of Physical and Mechanical
Properties of These Materials, Materials
selection.
The Nature and Structure of Atom
Electronic Structure of Element/Atom,
Periodic Table, Interatomic and Molecular
Forces, Bonds between Atoms.
Crystal Structures
Space Lattice and Unit Cells, Metallic
Crystal Structures, Polymorphism or
Allotropy, Amorphous Structures.
Defects and Imperfections in Solids
Solidification of Metals, Metal Solid
Solutions, Types of Crystalline
Imperfection, Porosity, Inclusion,
Segregation.
1
3
1
1
3
1
1
5
1
1
1
3
1
1
3
2
2
3
1
2
3
2
2
3
1
3
4
2
2
4
8
1
2
Diffusion, Thermally Activated Processes
Rate Processes in Solids, Diffusions in
Solids, Temperature Effect
12 – 13
Mechanical Behavior
Elastic and Plastic Deformation of Solids.
Stress/Strain relationships, Yield Stress,
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Tensile Strength, Ductility
14 – 15
Strengthening mechanism
Solid Solution Strengthening, Annealing,
Precipitation
Hardening
and
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Strain
1
Hardening, Recovery and Recrystallization
16 – 17
Ductile and Brittle Fracture
Variation of properties with temperature.
Fatigue, Creep
18 – 20
Metals, Alloys and Phase Diagram
Gibbs Phase Rule, Binary System, IronCarbon phase diagram. Heat Treatment of
Plain Carbon Steel, Stainless Steels
21 –25
Polymer,
Ceramics
and
Composite
Materials
Structures and properties of polymers,
ceramics and composites
1
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26 – 28
Electrical and Electronic Materials
Ohm’s Law and Conductivity, EnergyBand Structure, Electrical and Electronic
Characteristics
of
Semiconductors
and
Conductors,
4
4
1
42
14
1
Insulators.
Semiconductivity, Dielectric Effect of
Temperature on Electrical Conductivity.
TOTAL
12
4
88
Lecture (L), Tutorial (T), Practical (P), O (Other), Assessment (A), B/O ((Blended/Online learning); Independent
Learning (IL); Learning Outcome (LO)
12. MAIN REFERENCE(S) SUPPORTING COURSE:
1. Smith, W and Hashemi, J, Foundations of Materials Science and Engineering. 5 th ed., McGraw-Hill
Science/Engineering/Math, 2011.
ADDITIONAL REFERENCES (AT LEAST 2):
1. Shackelford JF, Introduction to Materials Science for Engineers. 8th ed., Prentice Hall, 2014.
2. Callister, WD and Rethwisch DG, Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction. 9th ed., Wiley, 2013.
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13. OTHER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION (IF ANY):
A passing mark can only be achieved when the student attempts both the coursework and final exams.
LABORATORY WORK:
Experiment
Title of Experiments
1
Impact Test
2
Fatigue Test
3
Study cracks of materials under different failure mode
4
Behaviors of plastic deformation in materials
5
Thermal conductivity of metals and non-metals
6
Materials processing and microstructure analysis
FINAL EXAMINATION FORMAT:
Duration: 2 hours
The paper consists of FIVE questions; students are required to answer THREE compulsory questions plus another
ONE selected question.
GRADING SCALE:
A+ (90-100), A (80–89), A- (75-79), B+ (70-74), B (65–69), B- (60–64), C+ (55–59) C (50–54), C- (45–49), D
(40–44), F(0–39).
Note:
A student is deemed to have passed the module if the TOTAL of the coursework mark and the examination mark,
weighted as above, is at least 50 marks, and the student is also required to obtain at least 40 % of the 100 marks in
the final examination.
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14.
COURSE
OUTCOMES
PROGRAMME
OUTCOMES WITH INSTRUCTIONS AND
ASSESSMENTS MATRIX
Learning outcomes
Describe the atomic and crystal structures of
CO1
materials, and the results of diffusion in solids.
CO2
CO3
CO4
PROGRAMME
OUTCOMES
THAT
ARE
ADDRESSED
IN
THIS
SUBJECT
PO1
PO2
INSTRUCTION

Lecture.
Relate the mechanical properties of metals and
alloys to various failure modes and
strengthening mechanisms.
Analyze various types of phase diagrams in
pure substances and alloys.
Classify and compare the properties of
polymers, ceramics and composite materials,
and the electrical and electronic characteristics
in materials.
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
Lecture,
Practical.

Lecture,
Practical.
Lecture.
ASSESSMENT
Assignments,
Test,
Examination
Assignments,
Test,
Examination,
Lab
Assignments,
Test,
Examination,
Lab
Assignments,
Test,
Examination
The Mechanical Engineering Discipline has adopted a set of 12 programme outcomes, which, upon successful
completion of the programme, graduates will be able to:
1.
Engineering Knowledge - Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, engineering fundamentals and
an engineering specialisation as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to the solution of complex engineering
problems;
2. Problem Analysis - Identify, formulate, conduct research literature and analyse complex engineering problems
reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering
sciences (WK1 to WK4);
3. Design/Development of Solutions - Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design systems,
components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety,
cultural, societal, and environmental considerations (WK5);
4. Investigation – Conduct investigation of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge
(WK8) and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and
synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions;
5. Modern Tool Usage - Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and
IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to complex engineering problems, with an understanding of the
limitations (WK6);
6. The Engineer and Society - Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health,
safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering
practice and solutions to complex engineering problems (WK7);
7. Environment and Sustainability - Understand and evaluate the sustainability and impact of professional
engineering work in the solutions of complex engineering problems in societal and environmental contexts.
(WK7);
8. Ethics - Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of
engineering practice (WK7);
9. Individual and Team Work - Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse
teams and in multi-disciplinary settings;
10. Communication - Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering
community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design
documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions;
11. Project Management and Finance - Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering management
principles and economic decision making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a
team, to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments;
12. Life Long Learning - Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent
and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
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