Engineering Materials

This unit is expiring
The expiry date of this unit is 31/07/2029.

Overview

Framework:
Access to HE 2024
Level:
Level 3
Unit No:
Not available
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
Not available

Qualification Grading Type

Graded

Unit Learning Outcomes

1.

Know the properties of common engineering materials.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1.

    Describe the properties of a range of different types of engineering materials.

  • 1.2.

    Explain how heat treatment processes alter the properties of ferrous materials.

  • 1.3.

    Interpret the results of mechanical tests on different engineering materials.

2.

Be able to use engineering symbols and abbreviations.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1.

    Produce an engineering drawing using accurate engineering symbols and abbreviations.

3.

Understand the importance of sustainable use of engineering materials.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1.

    Analyse the environmental impact of a given engineering product or activity.

  • 3.2.

    Evaluate how materials can be used sustainably in a given engineering product or activity.