Studying online
There are now 3 possible online modes for units:
Units with modes Online timetabled and Online flexible are available for any student to self-enrol and study online.
Units available in Online Restricted mode have been adapted for online study only for those students who require the unit to complete their studies and who are unable to attend campus owing to exceptional circumstances beyond their control. To be enrolled in a unit in Online Restricted mode, students should contact their Student Advising Office through askUWA
Click on an offering mode for more details.
Unit Overview
- Description
The academic objectives of this unit are (1) to equip students with the fundamental knowledge of materials science and engineering; (2) to equip the students with the knowledge of engineering material processing and the processing/structure/properties/performance relationships as demonstrated by the Fe-C alloy system; (3) to equip students with the fundamental and practical knowledge of metal corrosion and basic skills for corrosion prevention, and the knowledge of degradation of non-metallic materials; and (4) to establish a general ability for selecting materials for engineering applications.
This unit builds upon ENSC1004 Engineering Materials and covers important fundamental topics of materials science and engineering including diffusion in solids, strengthening mechanisms in metals and phase diagrams. This prepares students to learn and appreciate how microstructure can be developed and controlled to achieve desired mechanical properties of engineering alloys. It teaches the knowledge of industrial thermal processing of engineering alloys, using Fe-C system as a central example. The unit also introduces to students the common forms of corrosion and corrosion prevention techniques, and degradation of polymers and ceramics. It concludes on engineering materials for application in mechanical design and engineering structures.
- Credit
- 6 points
- Offering
(see Timetable) Availability Location Mode Semester 1 UWA (Perth) Face to face Semester 1 Online Online Restricted - Details for undergraduate courses
- Level 2 core unit in the Biomedical Engineering; Mechanical Engineering major sequences
- Outcomes
Students are able to (1) explain mechanisms of diffusion in metals and solve simple diffusion problems for alloy heat treatment; (2) interpret common types of binary phase diagrams and to describe solidification processes and
microstructures of binary alloys; (3) use Fe-C phase diagram, and isothermal and continuous cooling transformation diagrams to
describe microstructure development of steels and cast irons through heat treatment; (4) design heat treatment processes to control microstructures and alter mechanical properties of
alloys; (5) explain strengthening mechanisms of alloys; (6) explain electrochemical fundamental principles underlying industrial corrosion of alloys; and (7) design basic cathodic protection systems for engineering structures against corrosion.
- Assessment
Indicative assessments in this unit are as follows: (1) quizzes; (2) assignments; and (3) exams. Further information is available in the unit outline.
Student may be offered supplementary assessment in this unit if they meet the eligibility criteria.
- Unit Coordinator(s)
- Dr Hong Yang
- Unit rules
- Prerequisites
- ENSC1004 Engineering Materials
and Enrolment inBachelor of Engineering (Honours) or an associated Combined Degree
- The availability of units in Semester 1, 2, etc. was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
- All students are responsible for identifying when they need assistance to improve their academic learning, research, English language and numeracy skills; seeking out the services and resources available to help them; and applying what they learn. Students are encouraged to register for free online support through GETSmart; to help themselves to the extensive range of resources on UWA's STUDYSmarter website; and to participate in WRITESmart and (ma+hs)Smart drop-ins and workshops.
- Unit readings, including any essential textbooks, are listed in the unit outline for each unit, one week prior the commencement of study. The unit outline will be available via the LMS and the UWA Handbook one week prior the commencement of study. Reading lists and essential textbooks are subject to change each semester. Information on essential textbooks will also be made available on the Essential Textbooks. This website is updated regularly in the lead up to semester so content may change. It is recommended that students purchase essential textbooks for convenience due to the frequency with which they will be required during the unit. A limited number of textbooks will be made available from the Library in print and will also be made available online wherever possible. Essential textbooks can be purchased from the commercial vendors to secure the best deal. The Student Guild can provide assistance on where to purchase books if required. Books can be purchased second hand at the Guild Secondhand bookshop (second floor, Guild Village), which is located on campus.
Face to face
Predominantly face-to-face. On campus attendance required to complete this unit. May have accompanying resources online.
Online flexible
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit is asynchronous delivery, with NO requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online timetabled
100% Online Unit. NO campus face-to-face attendance is required to complete this unit. All study requirements are online only. Unit includes some synchronous components, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times.
Online Restricted
Not available for self-enrolment. Students access this mode by contacting their student office through AskUWA. 100% Online Unit.
NO campus face-to-face attendance. All study and assessment requirements are online only. Unit includes some timetabled activities, with a requirement for students to participate online at specific times. In exceptional cases (noted in the Handbook) students may be required to participate in face-to-face laboratory classes when a return to UWA’s Crawley campus becomes possible in order to be awarded a final grade.
External
No attendance or regular contact is required, and all study requirements are completed either via correspondence and/or online submission.
Off-campus
Regular attendance is not required, but student attends the institution face to face on an agreed schedule for purposes of supervision and/or instruction.
Multi-mode
Multiple modes of delivery. Unit includes a mix of online and on-campus study requirements. On campus attendance for some activities is required to complete this unit.