Unit convenor and teaching staff |
Unit convenor and teaching staff
Unit Convenor
Noushin Nasiri
Contact via 02 9850 9019
Room 135, 3 Management Drive, Main Campus
Via appointment
Unit Co-Convenor
Jayden Chen
3MD
Via appointment
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Credit points |
Credit points
10
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Prerequisites |
Prerequisites
MECH1001 or ENGG150 or ENGG1050
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Corequisites |
Corequisites
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Co-badged status |
Co-badged status
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Unit description |
Unit description
The purpose of this unit is to develop an understanding and insight into the design and utilisation of engineering materials. Students will develop knowledge of the mechanical properties of different materials in relations to the physical and chemical phenomenon. Topics covered in this unit will include physical and chemical nature of materials, the effects of nano-, micro- and macro- structures in material properties, considerations in modifying mechanical properties in metallic systems, composite design and materials selection. |
Information about important academic dates including deadlines for withdrawing from units are available at https://www.mq.edu.au/study/calendar-of-dates
On successful completion of this unit, you will be able to:
Grading and Passing Requirement
In order to pass this unit a student must obtain a mark of 50 or more for the unit (i.e. obtain a passing grade P/ CR/ D/ HD). For further details about grading, please refer to the policies and procedures section below.
Late Assessment Submission Penalty
Unless a Special Consideration request has been submitted and approved, a 5% penalty (OF THE TOTAL POSSIBLE MARK) will be applied each day a written assessment is not submitted, up until the 7th day (including weekends). After the 7th day, a grade of ‘0’ will be awarded even if the assessment is submitted. This is to allow the timely release of assessments to the rest of the class.
Final Examinations
Practical Component
Attendance of practical classes is MANDATORY before submitting the lab report. Lab reports submitted without attending the practical session will get a grade of ‘0’ even if the assessment is submitted by the due date. A special consideration request must be submitted and approved if any student is unable to attend a practical session to organize alternative arrangements.
Other Relevant Information
EA Competency Standard |
Unit Learning Outcomes |
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Knowledge and Skill Base |
1.1 Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline. |
ULO1, ULO2 |
1.2 Conceptual understanding of underpinning maths, analysis, statistics, computing. |
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1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge |
ULO1, ULO4 |
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1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions |
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1.5 Knowledge of engineering design practice |
ULO1, ULO5 |
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1.6 Understanding of scope, principles, norms, accountabilities of sustainable engineering practice. |
ULO1 |
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Engineering Application Ability |
2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex problem solving |
ULO3 |
2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources. |
ULO6 |
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2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes. |
ULO5 |
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2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects. |
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Professional and Personal Attributes |
3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability. |
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3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains. |
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3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour. |
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3.4 Professional use and management of information. |
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3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct. |
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3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership |
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Name | Weighting | Hurdle | Due |
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Quiz | 40% | No | Week 4, Week 7, Week 10, Week 12 |
Final Exam | 40% | No | Please refer to exam timetable |
Assignments | 20% | No | Week 6, Week 11 |
Assessment Type 1: Quiz/Test
Indicative Time on Task 2: 30 hours
Due: Week 4, Week 7, Week 10, Week 12
Weighting: 40%
This Assessment Task is a fortnightly in-class quiz that will cover the information of the preceding 2 Lectures. It aims to build an environment of progressive learning and enhance students' understanding of relevant course materials being delivered in the lecture.
Assessment Type 1: Examination
Indicative Time on Task 2: 24 hours
Due: Please refer to exam timetable
Weighting: 40%
The final examination will cover the entire unit
Assessment Type 1: Essay
Indicative Time on Task 2: 10 hours
Due: Week 6, Week 11
Weighting: 20%
This assessment consists of two individual assignments, which will build students' progressive understanding of the unit content.
1 If you need help with your assignment, please contact:
2 Indicative time-on-task is an estimate of the time required for completion of the assessment task and is subject to individual variation
Delivery and Resources
Recommended and/or Required texts
The following textbook is recommended, but it is not compulsory: Materials Science and Engineering: An Introduction, 10th Australia and New Zealand Edition
https://ebookcentral-proquest-com.simsrad.net.ocs.mq.edu.au/lib/MQU/detail.action?docID=5633322
Useful urls
Unit details can be found on iLearn, https://ilearn.mq.edu.au/login/MQ/
Useful reading and websites will be posted to iLearn.
www.materialsaustralia.com.au/
Databases
Macquarie Library has a collection of various databases available to MQ students.
http://www.mq.edu.au/about/campus-services-and-facilities/library
How to find a government report
This short video provides you with tips and tricks for finding government reports easily using Google
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0grCZuGLkpg
Acknowledging the words and ideas of others
This video introduces Referencing the ideas and works of others, copyright and creative commons licencing.
Refer to iLearn and lecture notes for the unit schedule
Macquarie University policies and procedures are accessible from Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au). Students should be aware of the following policies in particular with regard to Learning and Teaching:
Students seeking more policy resources can visit Student Policies (https://students.mq.edu.au/support/study/policies). It is your one-stop-shop for the key policies you need to know about throughout your undergraduate student journey.
To find other policies relating to Teaching and Learning, visit Policy Central (https://policies.mq.edu.au) and use the search tool.
Macquarie University students have a responsibility to be familiar with the Student Code of Conduct: https://students.mq.edu.au/admin/other-resources/student-conduct
Results published on platform other than eStudent, (eg. iLearn, Coursera etc.) or released directly by your Unit Convenor, are not confirmed as they are subject to final approval by the University. Once approved, final results will be sent to your student email address and will be made available in eStudent. For more information visit ask.mq.edu.au or if you are a Global MBA student contact globalmba.support@mq.edu.au
At Macquarie, we believe academic integrity – honesty, respect, trust, responsibility, fairness and courage – is at the core of learning, teaching and research. We recognise that meeting the expectations required to complete your assessments can be challenging. So, we offer you a range of resources and services to help you reach your potential, including free online writing and maths support, academic skills development and wellbeing consultations.
Macquarie University provides a range of support services for students. For details, visit http://students.mq.edu.au/support/
The Writing Centre provides resources to develop your English language proficiency, academic writing, and communication skills.
The Library provides online and face to face support to help you find and use relevant information resources.
Macquarie University offers a range of Student Support Services including:
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Date | Description |
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25/09/2023 | "tutor" replaced by teaching staff |
Unit information based on version 2023.03 of the Handbook