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Bachelor of Science (Materials)
The objective of the Materials Science course is to provide
the scientific knowledge and technical skills necessary for
a successful materials based career in areas such as quality
control and laboratory testing, materials process control,
and research and development in government and private sector
laboratories. It also provides an ideal basis for those who
wish to pursue a career in secondary teaching. The core materials
subjects involve detailed study of the structure and properties
of metals, ceramics and polymers. This is complemented by
studies in design and innovation, maths, and sciences. Students
may select elective subjects in a wide range of fields to
further extend their knowledge.
The course is structured so that the first year provides education
in basic sciences, mathematics, design and an introduction
to materials. This is followed in later years by detailed
study of the structures of materials, physical and mechanical
properties, thermodynamics, kinetics, corrosion and wear,
and materials testing. Electives in second and third years
can include additional studies in materials (electronic materials,
advanced materials, materials processing, etc.), chemistry,
physics, engineering or general studies. The electives are
normally selected to provide a coherent minor in a particular
field. Students should consult their Director of Studies when
choosing elective subjects. Some suggested elective programs
are shown below.
An additional Honours year is available for those who achieve
a satisfactory level of performance in the first three years
of the course. Students are required to fulfil all the normal
BSc and Honours requirements.
THE FOLLOWING SUBJECTS MUST BE COMPLETED IN ORDER TO QUALIFY
FOR THE BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (MATERIALS)
Core Subjects
| Year 1 |
| CHEM101 |
Chemistry 1A |
6 |
| CHEM102 |
Chemistry 1B |
6 |
| PHYS141 |
Fundamental Physics A |
6 |
| PHYS142 |
Fundamental Physics B |
6 |
| ENGG153 |
Engineering Materials |
6 |
| ENGG154 |
Engineering Innovation and Design |
6 |
| MATH141 |
Mathematics 1C Part 1 and |
6 |
| MATH142 |
Mathematics 1C Part 2 |
6 |
| or |
| MATH187 |
Mathematics 1A Part 1 and |
6 |
| MATH188 |
Mathematics 1A Part 2 |
6 |
| Year 2 |
| MATE201 |
Structure and Properties of Materials |
6 |
| MATE202 |
Thermodynamics and Phase Equilibria |
6 |
| MATE203 |
Phase Transformations |
6 |
| MATE204 |
Mechanical Behaviour |
6 |
| MATE291 |
Engineering Computing and Laboratory Skills |
6 |
Plus 18cp of electives from the Engineering,
Science or General
Schedules.
Plus 18cp of electives from the Engineering,
Science or General
Schedules.
Plus 24cp of electives from the Engineering,
Science or General
Schedules.
Electives
| Materials |
| MATE305 |
Primary Materials Processing |
6 |
| MATE402 |
Secondary Materials Processing |
6 |
| MATE411 |
Advanced Materials and Processing |
6 |
| MATE412 |
Electronic Materials |
6 |
| MATE413 |
Structural Characterisation Techniques |
6 |
| Chemistry |
| CHEM211 |
Inorganic Chemistry II |
6 |
| CHEM212 |
Organic Chemistry II |
6 |
| CHEM213 |
Physical Chemistry II |
6 |
| CHEM214 |
Analytical and Environmental Chemistry |
6 |
| CHEM311 |
Inorganic Chemistry III |
6 |
| CHEM314 |
Instrumental Analysis |
6 |
| CHEM321 |
Organic Synthesis and Reactivity |
6 |
| Science and Technology Studies |
| STS100 |
Social Aspects of Science and Technology |
6 |
| STS112 |
The Scientific Revolution: History, Philosophy
and Politics of Science1 |
6 |
| STS215 |
Science, Technology and Progress |
6 |
| STS216 |
Environment and Technology |
6 |
| STS229 |
Scientific and Technological Controversy |
6 |
| STS321 |
Technology, Politics and Power |
6 |
| STS376 |
Risk Assessment, Health and Safety |
6 |
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