MEEN40080 Technical Ceramics

Academic Year 2020/2021

This module presents information about the theory and applications of technical ceramics (also known as advanced or fine ceramics). There are four main parts: (i) the crystallography and crystal chemistry of ceramic materials; (ii) analytical methods such as X-ray diffraction, scanning and transmission electron microscopy, optical ceramography, spectroscopy techniques, thermal gravimetric and differential thermal analysis, and mechanical testing for brittle materials; (iii) the theory of solid and liquid phase sintering mechanisms; and (iv) case studies of some commercial high performance ceramic materials such as the sialons and zirconias.

Each student will attend three laboratory classes (mechanical testing, X-ray diffraction, and simultaneous thermal analysis) and will be expected to write a report on two of those classes.

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Curricular information is subject to change

Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate an understanding of the crystal chemistry of ceramic materials

2. Evaluate the behaviour and properties of ceramic materials using various analytical techniques

3. Describe the relationship between microstructure, crystal structure, and properties

4. Carry out logical selection of ceramic materials for engineering applications.

Student Effort Hours: 
Student Effort Type Hours
Lectures

36
Laboratories

6
Autonomous Student Learning

70
Total

112
Approaches to Teaching and Learning:
Not yet recorded 
Requirements, Exclusions and Recommendations

Not applicable to this module.


Module Requisites and Incompatibles
Not applicable to this module.
 
Assessment Strategy  
Description Timing Open Book Exam Component Scale Must Pass Component % of Final Grade
Lab Report: Three lab reports Varies over the Trimester n/a Not yet recorded No

30
Examination: Final examination 2 hour End of Trimester Exam Not specified Not yet recorded No

70

Carry forward of passed components
Not yet recorded
 
Resit In Terminal Exam
Spring No
Please see Student Jargon Buster for more information about remediation types and timing. 
Not yet recorded