Course Title: Select and test mechanical engineering materials

Part B: Course Detail

Teaching Period: Term2 2015

Course Code: MIET7543C

Course Title: Select and test mechanical engineering materials

School: 130T Vocational Engineering

Campus: City Campus

Program: C6130 - Advanced Diploma of Engineering (Mechanical)

Course Contact: Program Manager

Course Contact Phone: +61 3 9925 4468

Course Contact Email: trainingsupport@rmit.edu.au


Name and Contact Details of All Other Relevant Staff

 George Zouev

 Phone: +61 3 9925 4935

Email: george.zouev@rmit.edu.au

Tauqir Wariach

Phone: +61 3 9925 4310

Email: tauqir.wariach@rmit.edu.au

Nominal Hours: 60

Regardless of the mode of delivery, represent a guide to the relative teaching time and student effort required to successfully achieve a particular competency/module. This may include not only scheduled classes or workplace visits but also the amount of effort required to undertake, evaluate and complete all assessment requirements, including any non-classroom activities.

Pre-requisites and Co-requisites

MEM23004A Apply technical mathematics
MEM23109A Apply engineering mechanic principles

Course Description

This unit of competency covers the skills needed to interpret design information for material
and material test requirements, select appropriate tests and use results in the selection of
appropriate materials for mechanical and manufacturing engineering-related applications.


National Codes, Titles, Elements and Performance Criteria

National Element Code & Title:

MEM23063A Select and test mechanical engineering materials

Element:

1. Distinguish classes of materials, based on properties and materials tests, relevant to mechanical and manufacturing engineering

Performance Criteria:

1.1 Relate materials properties to common mechanical and manufacturing engineering methods and processes

1.2 Identify common characteristics, faults or flaws in materials, components and product


1.3 Identify engineering-related test methods for materials and components or product properties


1.4 Identify common industrial test standards/codes, calibration requirements, regulations and authorities relevant to selection of materials and products for mechanical and manufacturing engineering applications

Element:

2. Utilise sources of information on engineering materials, materials tests and test equipment

Performance Criteria:

2.1 Review design information for material specifications and required material tests
2.2 Identify and use appropriate sources of information on materials, material tests and test calibration
2.3 Identify and use appropriate sources of information on methods of testing of properties of materials
2.4 Investigate and report on relevant standards and codes
2.5 Identify and use appropriate sources of information on materials safety data sheets (MSDS

Element:

3. Test for or obtain the properties of engineering materials

Performance Criteria:

3.1 Specify required materials tests and manage implementation of tests to ensure quality, safety and suitability for applications
3.2 Ensure traceability of measurement standard
3.3 Obtain test sheets/certificates for appropriate materials for applications in accordance with organisational procedures and/or codes and regulations
3.4 Obtain appropriate MSDS for applications in accordance with organisational procedures and/or codes and regulations

Element:

4. Select and implement materials for mechanical/ manufacturing engineering applications

Performance Criteria:

4.1 Select materials for use in given mechanical or manufacturing engineering applications based on relevant test information
4.2 Incorporate materials and components into mechanical and manufacturing processes in accordance with design functional requirements

Element:

5. Document materials design data and methods and results of materials tests

Performance Criteria:

5.1 Report and record materials selections against design functional requirements in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations
5.2 Undertake any required environmental impact and sustainability assessment
5.3 Report and record materials tests and test sheets or certificates in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations, including appropriate calibration and traceability
5.4 Report and record appropriate MSDS for applications in accordance with organisational procedures, codes and regulations


Learning Outcomes


Refer to Elements


Details of Learning Activities

Learning Activities:

You will be involved in the following learning activities to meet requirements for this competency and stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates.

  • Lectures
  • Tutorials
  • Classroom Group Brainstorming activities
  • Project Work

Engineers Australia Mapping Information:
This course is mapped against stage 1 competencies for Engineering Associates developed by Engineers Australia as detailed below:

EA1.1. Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering
EA1.2. Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
EA1.3. In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
EA1.4. Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.
EA1.5. Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.
EA1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
EA2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
EA2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
EA2.3. Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
EA2.4. Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.
EA3.1. Ethical conduct and professional accountability.
EA3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
EA3.3. Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.
EA3.4. Professional use and management of information.
EA3.5. Orderly management of self and professional conduct.
EA3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership

Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies are mapped with competency MEM23063A in the Assessment Matrix.


Teaching Schedule

The proposed teaching schedule for this competency is detailed below:

 

Week Topic Delivered Elements/Performance Criteria
1 Introduction to testing materials. Principles and Selection procedures, Systems of measurement, calibration and traceability.  1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 3.2, 5.1, 5.3
2 Properties and selection of thermosetting and thermoplastic plastics.  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
3 Properties and applications of plastics. Polymerisation.  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
4

Composite Materials, properties and applications.

Assessment 1 - Unit test

1.1, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.6, 3.2, 5.1, 5.3

5  Composite Materials, design and selection.  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
6  Composite Materials, design and selection.  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4
7  Assessment 2: Practical: Composite Materials: Testing for mechanical and physical properties - Property determination and report writing.  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
8  Ceramic Materials, properties and applications  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
9

 Ceramic Materials, design and selection.

Practical report due

 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
10  Failure mechanisms of engineering materials.  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
11  Non-destructive testing of engineering materials  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
12

 Welding, casting and forging defects and their determination.

 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
13  Welding, casting and forging defects and their determination  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
14 Selecting materials for engineering applications. Testing standards, codes and regulations.  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2
15 Selecting materials for engineering applications - further case studies  1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4
16  Revision 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4
17  Assessment 3 - Final Test 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4
18  Student feedback 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 2.6, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4, 4.1, 4.2, 5.1, 5.2, 5.3, 5.4

Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, project work, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 24 hours outside the class time.


Learning Resources

Prescribed Texts

None prescribed


References

The Science and Engineering of Materials, 6th or later edition, Donald R. Askeland , Pradeep P. Fulay , Wendelin J. Wright, Thompson Publishers.

Materials Science and Engineering, an Introduction; 8th or later Edition, William D. Callister, Jr. John Wiley & Sons – Publisher.


Other Resources

Lecture and Practical notes are available on Blackboard.

On line video resources


Overview of Assessment

The assessment is conducted in both theoretical and practical aspects of the course according to the performance criteria set in the National Training Package. Assessment may incorporate a variety of methods including written/oral activities and demonstration of practical skills to the relevant industry standards. Participants are advised that they are likely to be asked to personally demonstrate their assessment activities to their teacher/assessor. Feedback will be provided throughout the course. To successfully complete this course you will be required to demonstrate competency in each assessment task detailed under Assessment Tasks:

Assessment 1: Unit Test

Weighting towards final grade (%): 10

Assessment 2: Practical Laboratory Report
Weighting towards final grade (%): 40

Assessment 3: Final Test
Weighting towards final grade (%): 50

These tasks assesses the following Course Learning Outcomes (CLOs):

Assessment Mapping Matrix 

Elements/

Performance Criteria Covered

Unit Test

Laboratory Practical

Final Test

1.1

X

X

X

1.2

 

X

X

1.3

X

X

X

1.4

X

X

X

2.1

X

X

X

2.2

X

X

X

2.3

X

X

X

2.4

X

X

X

2.5

 

X

X

2.6

 

X

X

3.1

 

X

X

3.2

X

X

X

3.3

 

X

X

3.4

 

X

X

4.1

 

X

X

4.2

 

X

X

5.1

X

X

X

5.2

 

X

X

5.3

X

X

X

5.4

 

X

X


Assessment Tasks

Assessment 1: Unit test,  10%

Assessment 2: Practical Laboratory Report, 40%

Assessment 3: Final test, 50%

This course is graded as Competent or Not Yet Competent and subsequently the following course grades are allocated:

80 - 100: CHD - Competent with High Distinction
70 - 79: CDI - Competent with Distinction
60 - 69: CC - Competent with Credit
50 - 59: CAG - Competency Achieved - Graded
0 - 49: NYC - Not Yet Competent
DNS - Did Not Submit for Assessment.


Assessment Matrix

Assessment vs MEM23063A Elements & Performance Criteria

MEM23063A Elements & Performance Criteria
Assessments 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 2.6 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 4.1 4.2 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4
Unit Test X   X X X X X X       X         X   X  
Laboratory Practical X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X
Final Test X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X X

Assessment vs Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies

    Engineers Australia Stage 1 Competencies
Assessments  EA1.1 EA1.2 EA1.3 EA1.4 EA1.5 EA1.6 EA2.1 EA2.2 EA2.3 EA2.4 EA3.1 EA3.2 EA3.3 EA3.4 EA3.5 EA3.6
Unit Test  X  X  X        X  X      X      X    
Laboratory Practical  X    X  X    X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X  X
Final Test  X  X  X    X  X  X  X      X  X    X    
All assessments
MEM23063A
 3  2  3  1  1  2  3  3  1  1  3  2  1  3  1  1

 

0 (Blank) Graduate attribute is not assessed.
1 Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one, but less than one-third, of the Element
2 Graduate attribute is assessed in at least one third, but less than two-thirds, of the Element
3 Graduate attribute is assessed in more than two-thirds of the Element

Other Information

Student directed hours involve completing activities such as reading online resources, project work, individual student-teacher course-related consultation. Students are required to self-study the learning materials and complete the assigned out of class activities for the scheduled non-teaching hours. The estimated time is 30 hours outside the class time

Study and learning Support:

Study and Learning Centre (SLC) provides free learning and academic development advice to you.
Services offered by SLC to support your numeracy and literacy skills are:

- Assignment writing, thesis writing and study skills advice
- Maths and science developmental support and advice
- English language development

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/studyandlearningcentre to find more information about Study and learning Support

Disability Liaison Unit:

If you are suffering from long-term medical condition or disability, you should contact Disability Liaison Unit to seek advice and
support to complete your studies.

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/disability to find more information about services offered by Disability Liaison Unit

Late submission:

If you require an Extension of Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) for 7 calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete and lodge an Application for Extension of Submittable Work (7 Calendar Days or less) form and lodge it with the Senior Educator/ Program Manager.

The application must be lodged no later than one working day before the official due date. You will be notified within
no more than 2 working days of the date of lodgment as to whether the extension has been granted.

If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than 7 calendar days (from the original due date) must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than 2 working days
after the official due date.

Submittable Work (assignments, reports or project work etc.) submitted late without approval of an extension will not be accepted or marked.

Special consideration:

Please Refer http://www.rmit.edu.au/browse;ID=riderwtscifm to find more information about special consideration

Plagiarism:

Plagiarism is a form of cheating and it is very serious academic offence that may lead to expulsion from the University.

Please Refer: www.rmit.edu.au/academicintegrity to find more information about plagiarism.

Email Communication:

All email communications will be sent to your RMIT email address and you must regularly check your RMIT emails.

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