James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2006

ME3515 - Material Selection in Design

[Offered in even-numbered years]

Credit points: 03
Year: 2006
Student Contribution Band: Band 2
Administered by:

Technical report writing and oral presentation. Material selection and application in design: use of ferrous and non-ferrous metals, metal alloys, plastics, composites, synthetic and natural rubbers, etc. Introduction to tribology: elementary contact mechanics, friction, wear and lubrication.

Learning Outcomes

Prerequisites:ME2518 and ME2525

Availabilities

, , Study Period 1
Census Date 24-Mar-2006
Coord/Lect: Mr Jeremy Gordon.
Contact hours:
  • 39 hours
  • 39 hours - tutorials, seminars, field trips, practicals and workshops.
    Assessment: (50% - 70%); (30% - 50%).

    Note: Minor variations might occur due to the continuous Subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.