Materials & Manufacturing Processes (H7106)
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Materials and Manufacturing Processes
Module H7106
Module details for 2026/27.
15 credits
FHEQ Level 4
Library
Material science; selection of materials. Jones, S.W.
Selection and use of engineering materials, Charles, J.A., Crane, F.A.A., Furness, J.A.G.
Materials science and engineering; an introduction, Callister, W.D.
Materials selection in mechanical design, Ashby, M.F.
Engineering mechanic, Statics, Bedford, A, Fowler, W., any edition
Engineering mechanics , Vol. 1, Statics, Meriam, J. L, Kraige, L.G., Wiley, any edition
Statics and Mechanics of materials, Hibbeler, R.C., SI, ed. Pearson
Mechanics for engineers, Statics, Beer, F. P., Johnston, E. R., any edition
Mechanics of Materials, Beer, F.P., and Johnson, E.R.,
Mechanics of Materials, Gere, J.M. and Timoshenko, S.P.,
Module Outline
The main objective of this module is to inform students about the importance of the relationships between product design, material properties and manufacturing processes for the production of products that satisfy customer quality and functionality requirements. The necessary supporting IT infrastructure is also introduced. The student will acquire knowledge to enable them to make economically viable selections of materials and manufacturing processes. The module also considers how to minimise environmental impact.
The failure mode of materials is considered in the context of product functionality, factors of safety and manufacturing processes.
AHEP4 Learning Outcomes
C1, C2, C3, C4, C5, C12, C14, C15, M1, M2, M3, M4, M5, M12
Module learning outcomes
Describe and classify common engineering materials (metals, polymers, ceramics, composites) in terms of their atomic structure, bonding, and resulting mechanical properties.
Compare and select appropriate manufacturing processes for given material types and design requirements, justifying choices based on process capabilities, limitations, and sustainability considerations.
Apply and evaluate appropriate materials and manufacturing processes in the design and prototyping of an engineering component, using experimental data to evaluate design choices and recommend improvement
Communicate and present technical findings effectively, using clear written, visual, and oral formats to convey the outcomes of a prototyping process to a technical audience.
| Type | Timing | Weighting |
|---|---|---|
| Coursework | 30.00% | |
| Coursework components. Weighted as shown below. | ||
| Media | T1 Week 11 (15 minutes) | 100.00% |
| Computer Based Exam | Semester 1 Assessment | 70.00% |
Timing
Submission deadlines may vary for different types of assignment/groups of students.
Weighting
Coursework components (if listed) total 100% of the overall coursework weighting value.
| Term | Method | Duration | Week pattern |
|---|---|---|---|
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 01111000000 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 2 hours | 11111011110 |
| Autumn Semester | Practical | 2 hours | 00000011000 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 4 hours | 00000100000 |
| Autumn Semester | Lecture | 1 hour | 11111111110 |
| Autumn Semester | Laboratory | 2 hours | 00000000110 |
How to read the week pattern
The numbers indicate the weeks of the term and how many events take place each week.
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