Course Title: Select and test mechanical engineering materials
Part B: Course Detail
Teaching Period: Term1 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
Teacher: Tauqir Waraich
Tel: 9925 4310
Email: tauqir.waraich@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 material properties to common mechanical and manufacturing engineering methods and processes |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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:
EA 1. Knowledge and Skill Base
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.
EA 2. Engineering Application Ability
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.
EA 3. Professional and Personal Attributes
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 testing standards, 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. 1st assessment - Unit test, March 2-6 , 2015 |
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 | Ceramic Materials, properties and applications | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2 |
7 | 2nd Assessment - 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, 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 |
8 | Ceramic Materials, design and selection. | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2 |
9 |
Failure mechanisms of engineering materials. Practical report due |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2 |
10 | Non-destructive testing of engineering materials | 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2 |
11 | Welding, casting and forging defects and their determination and prevention | 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 and prevention |
1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 4.1, 4.2 |
13 | Other material defects and their determination and prevention | 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, 4.1, 4.2 |
16 |
Student feedback, revision and review of this competency |
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, June 9-12, 2015 |
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, assignments, 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 minimum 15 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
Learning and assessment materials 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%, Week 4
Assessment 2: Laboratory Practical - 30%, Week 9
Assessment 3: Final Test - 60%, Week 17
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
Credit Transfer and/or Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL):
You may be eligible for credit towards courses in your program if you have already met the learning/competency outcomes through previous learning and/or industry experience. To be eligible for credit towards a course, you must demonstrate that you have already completed learning and/or gained industry experience that is:
• Relevant
• Current
• Satisfies the learning/competency outcomes of the course
Please refer to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/enrolment/credit to find more information about credit transfer and RPL.
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 to 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 to 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 seven calendar days or less (from the original due date) and have valid reasons, you must complete 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 two working days of the date of lodgement as to whether the extension has been granted.
If you seek an Extension of Submittable Work for more than seven calendar days (from the original due date), you must lodge an Application for Special Consideration form under the provisions of the Special Consideration Policy, preferably prior to, but no later than two 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 to http://www.rmit.edu.au/students/specialconsideration 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 to http://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.
Course Overview: Access Course Overview