Detailed Information
MEEN10060 - Design and Materials (Credit)* 2016
This module introduces the fundamentals of engineering materials and their selection and use within a specific design project. The project will involve the design, construction and testing of a structure, using selected materials, along with reports and presentations on this work. Learning activities include: (a) Introduction to materials and materials selection, (b) Introduction to the principles of the engineering design process, (c) Laboratory-based design work, involving problem-solving, teamwork and creative thinking, (d) Fabrication and testing of final design and (e) Technical writing, graphical and oral presentations.
Semester 2
Level 1
Lectures: Mondays 10:00 - 11:00 and Wednesdays 10:00 - 11:00
Tutorials: To be selected
If you are taking this module for credit, please take note of the dates below:
Term dates for revision: Saturday, 28 April - Sunday, 6 May
Term dates for exams: Tuesday, 8 May – Saturday, 19 May
Open Learning Fee (audit only) €350 per module
Open Learning Fee (with assessment) €500 per 5 credit module
Upgrading from audit to credit: You may upgrade from being an audit student to a credit student up to three weeks into term. Please note, however, that you can't change back to being an audit student - if you decide not to complete the assignments and/or sit the exams, this will appear on your academic record.
Concessions
There are no concessions available for Open Learning modules.
Refunds
Refunds may in some instances be available for extenuating circumstances, such as serious illness, within two weeks of the start of the module. Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing, with supporting documents where appropriate.
Assoc Prof James O'Donnell