EXT8041 : Introduction to Transport Materials
EXT8041 : Introduction to Transport Materials
- Offered for Year: 2026/27
- Module Leader(s):
- Owning School: Engineering
- Teaching Location: Off Campus
Semesters
Your programme is made up of credits, the total differs on programme to programme.
| Semester 2 Credit Value: | 10 |
| ECTS Credits: | 5.0 |
| European Credit Transfer System | |
Pre-requisite
Modules you must have done previously to study this module
Pre Requisite Comment
Only available to students studying on the Power Electronics CDT programme
Co-Requisite
Modules you need to take at the same time
Co Requisite Comment
N/A
Aims
To provide an understanding and knowledge of key concepts in materials science, with particular reference to the use of materials science in the transport industries.
Outline Of Syllabus
Overview/revision of materials classes and properties, and component failure modes.
Strengths and weaknesses of:
Metallic alloys,
Moulded polymers,
Composites
Introduction to processing-property relationships essential to understanding the interactions between manufacturing route and component performance.
Service conditions and property requirements for materials used in:
Automotive vehicle shells,
Automotive engines and transmissions,
Airframes,
Landing gear,
Gas turbines
Effects of service conditions on materials behaviour, e.g.
Effects of temperature on creep, Fatigue and oxidation of turbine blades,
Effects of corrosion on fatigue life
Selection of materials for weight efficiency etc.
Reliability of materials.
Surface engineering techniques:
Effects on residual stresses,
Effects on fatigue,
Effects on environmental degradation
Overview of areas of current research relating to transport materials.
Learning Outcomes
Intended Knowledge Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will know how to:
* demonstrate knowledge and understanding of material usage in transport industries with reference to operating conditions and material properties.
Intended Skill Outcomes
On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
* perform material selection analysis based on analysis of operating conditions, material properties and other relevant factors including legislation.
* explain how and why materials engineering can be used to control material properties.
* extract and use relevant information from external sources.
Teaching Methods
Teaching Activities
| Category | Activity | Number | Length | Student Hours | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 24 | 0:50 | 20:00 | Exam revision |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 1:50 | 1:50 | Examination |
| Scheduled Learning And Teaching Activities | Lecture | 12 | 2:00 | 24:00 | N/A |
| Guided Independent Study | Assessment preparation and completion | 1 | 100:10 | 100:10 | Independent Study |
| Guided Independent Study | Project work | 1 | 30:00 | 30:00 | Case Study |
| Guided Independent Study | Independent study | 24 | 1:00 | 24:00 | Lecture preparation and revision |
| Total | 200:00 |
Teaching Rationale And Relationship
N/A
Reading Lists
Assessment Methods
The format of resits will be determined by the Board of Examiners
Exams
| Description | Length | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written Examination | 90 | 2 | A | 25 | Exam 1 |
| Written Examination | 90 | 2 | A | 25 | Exam 2 |
| Written Examination | 90 | 2 | A | 25 | Exam 3 |
Other Assessment
| Description | Semester | When Set | Percentage | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exercise | 2 | M | 25 | Coursework 1 |
Assessment Rationale And Relationship
N/A
Timetable
- Timetable Website: www.ncl.ac.uk/timetable/
- EXT8041's Timetable
Past Exam Papers
- Exam Papers Online : www.ncl.ac.uk/exam.papers/
- EXT8041's past Exam Papers
General Notes
N/A
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