MTE3546 Polymers and ceramics 2
Faculty of Engineering
MTE3546 Polymers and ceramics 2 is a level 3, 6-credit-point, undergraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2022 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It needs MTE2541 or MTE2101 and unlocks 3 units, leading on to 4 units in all.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2022
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
The 2027 handbook has no page for MTE3546. This is its 2022 entry, the latest one.
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Requisites
Before MTE3546
Prerequisites
Pass these before you enrol.
Corequisites
Pass these before, or take them in the same semester.
After MTE3546
3 units list MTE3546 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Overview
The importance of ceramic properties on their manufacturing is highlighted. The mechanical and thermal properties of ceramics, the structure and production of amorphous ceramics and porous ceramics, the glass transition, optical and electrical properties of glass. The mechanical properties of polymers are very dependent on the timescale and temperature and so the structural basis of linear viscoelasticity and time/temperature superposition are discussed. The mechanical properties of elastomers, crosslinking and reinforcement, rubber elasticity and the tear and fatigue of elastomers. The Eyring theory and methods of toughening polymers are discussed.
Offerings in 2022
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
Assessment
- AssignmentsThreshold hurdle10%
- TestsThreshold hurdle10%
- Practicals and related workThreshold hurdle20%
- Final assessmentThreshold hurdle60%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Conduct analysis and appreciate the different compositions, processing methods and microstructures of polymers and rubbers.
- 2
Conduct analysis and appreciate the different mechanical properties of polymers and how they are influenced by composition, microstructure and processing.
- 3
Conduct analysis and appreciate how the thermal behaviour of polymers and rubbers is influenced by composition, microstructure and processing.
- 4
Conduct analysis and appreciate how the crystal structure, microstructure, processing and properties of glass and glass ceramics influence their properties.
- 5
Appraise and assess the mechanical properties of ceramics and how it is influenced by composition, microstructure and processing.
- 6
Describe the thermal properties of ceramics and how it is influenced by composition, microstructure and processing.
- 7
Describe the electrical properties of ceramics and how it is influenced by composition, microstructure and processing.
Workload and teaching
- Laboratories9 hours
- Workshops24 hours
- Lectures12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
The teaching approach of this unit is based around pre-recorded lecture material, applied classes and practical classes. Each week two pre-recorded lectures will be made available and a live interactive class will be held. Several practical classes will be held over the semester and will be timed to tie into the relevant sections of the course.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Neil Cameron
- Unit Coordinators
- Professor Neil Cameron
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MTE3546?
You need MTE2541 or MTE2101 before you enrol; and MTE2545 before or alongside it.
What can I take after MTE3546?
MTE3546 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 3 units, including MTE4102, MTE4572 and MTE4592. Those lead on to 4 units in all.
When is MTE3546 offered?
In 2022, MTE3546 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton.
How much work is MTE3546?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does MTE3546 have an exam?
No. MTE3546 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.