CH5716
Processing of Materials
2017-2018
10
5
SCQF level 11
1
Academic year(s): 2017-2018
SCOTCAT credits : 10
ECTS credits : 5
Level : SCQF level 11
Semester: 1
Planned timetable:
This module focuses on the processing of materials. Fundamental materials properties such as crystallinity, composition, crystal phase, phase mixing, domain structure, grains and grain boundaries, porosity and pore structure will be covered and the main methods used to control these properties in order to develop and improve materials for specific applications will be addressed. Processes including casting, extrusion, physical and chemical vapour deposition, calcination, sintering, annealing, plasma treatments, mechanical working, crystallisation and dopant addition will be described and explained. Applications in high-value metals, ceramics and semiconductor materials will be emphasised.
Pre-requisite(s): Undergraduate - Before taking this module you must pass CH2501 and pass CH2701 and pass CH3513
Weekly contact: 2 - 3 lectures per week over 9 - 10 weeks (within Weeks 1-11) and 2 - 3 tutorials in total.
Scheduled learning hours: 20
Guided independent study hours: 80
As used by St Andrews: 2-hour Written Examination = 100%
As defined by QAA
Written examinations : 100%
Practical examinations : 0%
Coursework: 0%
Re-assessment: Oral Re-assessment = 100%