CHEM ENG 1009 - Materials I
North Terrace Campus - Semester 2 - 2025
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General Course Information
Course Details
Course Code CHEM ENG 1009 Course Materials I Coordinating Unit Chemical Engineering Term Semester 2 Level Undergraduate Location/s North Terrace Campus Units 3 Contact Up to 4 hours per week Available for Study Abroad and Exchange Y Assumed Knowledge SACE Stage 2 Chemistry and Physics Assessment Assignments, tests, case study, final examination Course Staff
Course Coordinator: Dr Diana Tran
Course Timetable
The full timetable of all activities for this course can be accessed from .
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Learning Outcomes
Course Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this course students will be able to:
1 Explain the relation between properties, structure, and processing; 2 Choose the right material for the job – materials selection; 3 Recognise new design opportunities offered by materials selection; 4 Carry out and analyse failures; 5 Identify and analyse phase diagrams; 6 Explain the basic characteristics and properties of metals; 7 Explain the basic characteristics and properties of ceramics; 8 Explain the basic characteristics and properties of polymers; 9 Explain the basic characteristics and properties of composites; and 10 Describe Materials processing technology.
The above course learning outcomes are aligned with the Engineers Australia . The course develops the following EA Elements of Competency to levels of introductory (A), intermediate (B), advanced (C):
1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 1.6 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 3.5 3.6 C A B A A A B B A — A — — A A A University Graduate Attributes
This course will provide students with an opportunity to develop the Graduate Attribute(s) specified below:
University Graduate Attribute Course Learning Outcome(s) Attribute 1: Deep discipline knowledge and intellectual breadth
Graduates have comprehensive knowledge and understanding of their subject area, the ability to engage with different traditions of thought, and the ability to apply their knowledge in practice including in multi-disciplinary or multi-professional contexts.
1-10 Attribute 2: Creative and critical thinking, and problem solving
Graduates are effective problems-solvers, able to apply critical, creative and evidence-based thinking to conceive innovative responses to future challenges.
1-10 Attribute 3: Teamwork and communication skills
Graduates convey ideas and information effectively to a range of audiences for a variety of purposes and contribute in a positive and collaborative manner to achieving common goals.
1-4, 10 Attribute 4: Professionalism and leadership readiness
Graduates engage in professional behaviour and have the potential to be entrepreneurial and take leadership roles in their chosen occupations or careers and communities.
1-3, 10 Attribute 5: Intercultural and ethical competency
Graduates are responsible and effective global citizens whose personal values and practices are consistent with their roles as responsible members of society.
1-3, 10 Attribute 8: Self-awareness and emotional intelligence
Graduates are self-aware and reflective; they are flexible and resilient and have the capacity to accept and give constructive feedback; they act with integrity and take responsibility for their actions.
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Learning Resources
Recommended Resources
Textbook
William D. Callister Jr, David G. Rethwish, Materials Science & Engineering - An Introduction, 9th or 10th Edition, Wiley.
William D. Callister Jr, David G. Rethwish, Materials Science and Engineering - An Introduction, 1st Australian & New Zealand Edition
Reference Books
Askeland D.R. The Science and Engineering of Materials 3rd SI Edition, Chapman and Hall 1999
Online Learning
A range of online resources will be provided via MyUni. -
Learning & Teaching Activities
Learning & Teaching Modes
The information below is provided as a guide to assist students in engaging appropriately with the course requirements.
The course will run as a series of workshops and tutorials every week with online lecture materials.
Activity Non-contact Hours* Contact Hours
Lectures 12 -
Workshops - 24
Tutorials - 12
Assignments 100 12
Tests - 2
TOTAL 112 50
* Variable; can be more or less depending on the activity and subject to group/individual performances.Workload
No information currently available.
Learning Activities Summary
Part A
· An overview of Engineering materials
· Atomic structure and inter-atom bonding
· Structures of crystalline solids
· Imperfection in solids
· Diffusion
· Mechanical properties of metals
· Dislocation and strengthening mechanisms
· Phase diagram
· Failure mechanism
Part B
Engineering Materials selection
Polymer Materials
• Polymer nomenclature and structures
• Semicrystalline Polymers
• Mechanical properties of polymers
• Polymer synthesis and analysis
• Polymer processing and applications
Ceramic Materials
• Definition and classification of ceramics
• Crystal structures and defects
• Mechanical properties of ceramic materials
• Processing and applications of ceramic materials
• Advanced ceramic materials
Composite Materials
• Introduction and significance of composites
• Mechanical properties of composites
• Classification of composites, fibrereinforced materials
• Processing of various composite materials
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Assessment
The University's policy on Assessment for Coursework Programs is based on the following four principles:
- Assessment must encourage and reinforce learning.
- Assessment must enable robust and fair judgements about student performance.
- Assessment practices must be fair and equitable to students and give them the opportunity to demonstrate what they have learned.
- Assessment must maintain academic standards.
Assessment Summary
* Subject to change. The specific due date for each assessment task will be available on MyUni.Assessment Task Weighting (%) Individual/ Group Formative/ Summative Due (week)* Hurdle criteria Learning outcomes Assessments (6x) 24 Group Summative 2,4,6,8,10,12 1 -10 Case Studies (2x) 6 Group Summative 6,12 1 -10 Mid-tests (2x) 20 Individual Summative 6,11 To be confirmed 1 -10 Exam (closed book) 50 Individual Formative Exam period 1 -10 Total 100
This assessment breakdown complies with the University's Assessment for Coursework Programs Policy.Assessment Detail
The total on-course component is weighted at 50% (25% Part A + 25% Part B). The group assessments will contain 3 assignments and 1 case study each for Part A and Part B of the course. Some short quizzes may be available for the student to practice their learning of the course content throughout the semester.Submission
Course Grading
Grades for your performance in this course will be awarded in accordance with the following scheme:
M10 (Coursework Mark Scheme) Grade Mark Description FNS Fail No Submission F 1-49 Fail P 50-64 Pass C 65-74 Credit D 75-84 Distinction HD 85-100 High Distinction CN Continuing NFE No Formal Examination RP Result Pending Further details of the grades/results can be obtained from Examinations.
Grade Descriptors are available which provide a general guide to the standard of work that is expected at each grade level. More information at Assessment for Coursework Programs.
Final results for this course will be made available through .
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Student Feedback
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SELTs are an important source of information to inform individual teaching practice, decisions about teaching duties, and course and program curriculum design. They enable the University to assess how effectively its learning environments and teaching practices facilitate student engagement and learning outcomes. Under the current SELT Policy (http://www.adelaide.edu.au/policies/101/) course SELTs are mandated and must be conducted at the conclusion of each term/semester/trimester for every course offering. Feedback on issues raised through course SELT surveys is made available to enrolled students through various resources (e.g. MyUni). In addition aggregated course SELT data is available.
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