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 2020 in Semester 2 at Clayton. It has no prerequisites and unlocks 2 units.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2020
- Semester 2
- Clayton
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2020 handbook entry. See the 2022 entry.
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Requisites
Before MTE3546
No prerequisites or corequisites besides the enrolment rules below.
After MTE3546
2 units list MTE3546 as a prerequisite or corequisite.
Enrolment rules
Prerequisites: MTE2541 or MSC2011
Corequisite: MTE2545
Prohibitions: MTE3504, MTE3507
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 2020
| 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
develop a detailed understanding of the processing methods of ceramics and understand how their properties are controlled by their structure; be able to predict the behaviour of thermosets, elastomers and composites, based on their composition
- 2
develop a detailed understanding of the time and temperature dependent mechanical properties of plastics and elastomers, and the mechanisms of deformation and methods of toughening them.
Workload and teaching
- Applied sessions12 hours
- Laboratories9 hours
- Lectures24 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
Minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 4-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-8 hours 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
- Dr Richard Parsons
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Richard Parsons
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for MTE3546?
MTE3546 has no prerequisites, but enrolment rules apply.
What can I take after MTE3546?
MTE3546 is a prerequisite or corequisite for 2 units, including MTE4572 and MTE4592.
When is MTE3546 offered?
In 2020, 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.