MSc (T) Materials Science for Innovative Engineering
Academic Year 2017/18
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Programme Title |
MSc (T) Materials Science for Innovative Engineering |
Final Award |
Master of Science |
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Programme Code |
PHY-MSC-MI |
UCAS Code |
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JACS Code |
F200 (DESCR) 100 |
Criteria for Admissions 2(ii) UK honours-equivalent first degree in: Physics, Chemistry, Engineering, or a related discipline. Applicants with non-standard qualifications will be considered on an individual basis, based on the recognition of prior learning. |
ATAS Clearance Required |
Yes |
Health Check Required |
No |
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Portfolio Required |
Interview Required |
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Mode of Study |
Part Time |
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Type of Programme |
Postgraduate |
Length of Programme |
3 Academic Year(s) |
Total Credits for Programme |
180 |
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Exit Awards available |
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INSTITUTE INFORMATION
Awarding Institution/Body |
Queen's University Belfast |
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Teaching Institution |
Queen's University Belfast |
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School/Department |
Mathematics & Physics |
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Framework for Higher Education Qualification Level |
Level 7 |
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QAA Benchmark Group |
Materials (2008) |
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Accreditations (PSRB) |
REGULATION INFORMATION
Does the Programme have any approved exemptions from the University General Regulations N/A |
Programme Specific Regulations Examinations |
Students with protected characteristics N/A |
Are students subject to Fitness to Practise Regulations (Please see General Regulations) No |
EDUCATIONAL AIMS OF PROGRAMME
Understand the principal facts, theories and characterisation methods associated with materials science.
be self-directed and act autonomously in planning and implementing tasks at a professional level.
be capable of presenting work in written form at a professional level.
be directly employable in a considerable range of careers within materials based industries, or if already employed within industry have developed capability and knowledge that will enhance work performance.
Independently critically evaluate written information in specialist areas of materials science.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
Learning Outcomes: Cognitive SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Learn independently. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Because of the distance learning method of deliver, students will by necessity have to learn independently, under guidance, to succeed in this course. This will also require ability to structure and organise their own work, so that the assessment of these skills are implicit in all forms of assessment, though they are not explicitly measured Methods of Assessment Both the Materials Science Case Study and the Research Project explicitly require the students to analyse problems and situations, using the knowledge gained in the other modules, as well as previous learning situations, to achieve this. |
Carry out structured organisation of their own work |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Because of the distance learning method of deliver, students will by necessity have to learn independently, under guidance, to succeed in this course. This will also require ability to structure and organise their own work, so that the assessment of these skills are implicit in all forms of assessment, though they are not explicitly measured Methods of Assessment Both the Materials Science Case Study and the Research Project explicitly require the students to analyse problems and situations, using the knowledge gained in the other modules, as well as previous learning situations, to achieve this. |
Critically analyse problems and situations. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Because of the distance learning method of deliver, students will by necessity have to learn independently, under guidance, to succeed in this course. This will also require ability to structure and organise their own work, so that the assessment of these skills are implicit in all forms of assessment, though they are not explicitly measured Methods of Assessment Both the Materials Science Case Study and the Research Project explicitly require the students to analyse problems and situations, using the knowledge gained in the other modules, as well as previous learning situations, to achieve this. |
Combine their knowledge and understanding both gained in this course and from previous learning situations, to solve a variety of physical and engineering sciences problems. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies Because of the distance learning method of deliver, students will by necessity have to learn independently, under guidance, to succeed in this course. This will also require ability to structure and organise their own work, so that the assessment of these skills are implicit in all forms of assessment, though they are not explicitly measured Methods of Assessment Both the Materials Science Case Study and the Research Project explicitly require the students to analyse problems and situations, using the knowledge gained in the other modules, as well as previous learning situations, to achieve this. |
Learning Outcomes: Transferable SkillsOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Organisation and time-management. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The distance learning aspect of this programme means that organisation and time-management become even more important for successful completion of the course than a more traditional course. The participation in the on-line discussions and completion of the assignments require both presentation skills and ability to work to deadlines. The on-line discussions also develop the students’ ability to work with others, as does the Materials Science Case Study module. Methods of Assessment Problem solving skills form part of all modules and are generally assessed in both assignments and formal examinations. The successful completion of the Materials Science Research Project also heavily relies on problem solving skills. |
Presentation skills, oral and written. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The distance learning aspect of this programme means that organisation and time-management become even more important for successful completion of the course than a more traditional course. The participation in the on-line discussions and completion of the assignments require both presentation skills and ability to work to deadlines. The on-line discussions also develop the students’ ability to work with others, as does the Materials Science Case Study module. Methods of Assessment Problem solving skills form part of all modules and are generally assessed in both assignments and formal examinations. The successful completion of the Materials Science Research Project also heavily relies on problem solving skills. |
Ability to meet deadlines. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The distance learning aspect of this programme means that organisation and time-management become even more important for successful completion of the course than a more traditional course. The participation in the on-line discussions and completion of the assignments require both presentation skills and ability to work to deadlines. The on-line discussions also develop the students’ ability to work with others, as does the Materials Science Case Study module. Methods of Assessment Problem solving skills form part of all modules and are generally assessed in both assignments and formal examinations. The successful completion of the Materials Science Research Project also heavily relies on problem solving skills. |
Ability to work with and for others, including as part of a team. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The distance learning aspect of this programme means that organisation and time-management become even more important for successful completion of the course than a more traditional course. The participation in the on-line discussions and completion of the assignments require both presentation skills and ability to work to deadlines. The on-line discussions also develop the students’ ability to work with others, as does the Materials Science Case Study module. Methods of Assessment Problem solving skills form part of all modules and are generally assessed in both assignments and formal examinations. The successful completion of the Materials Science Research Project also heavily relies on problem solving skills. |
Problem solving skills |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies The distance learning aspect of this programme means that organisation and time-management become even more important for successful completion of the course than a more traditional course. The participation in the on-line discussions and completion of the assignments require both presentation skills and ability to work to deadlines. The on-line discussions also develop the students’ ability to work with others, as does the Materials Science Case Study module. Methods of Assessment Problem solving skills form part of all modules and are generally assessed in both assignments and formal examinations. The successful completion of the Materials Science Research Project also heavily relies on problem solving skills. |
Learning Outcomes: Knowledge & UnderstandingOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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The underpinning principles of materials science. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the knowledge and understanding content will be presented in structured notes on-line. To supplement this there will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. For project work the knowledge and understanding will be assessed through formal written reports, oral presentations and continual assessment throughout the project. |
Material characterisation techniques. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the knowledge and understanding content will be presented in structured notes on-line. To supplement this there will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. For project work the knowledge and understanding will be assessed through formal written reports, oral presentations and continual assessment throughout the project. |
Material selection, including knowledge of interaction between composition, microstructure and properties of materials. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the knowledge and understanding content will be presented in structured notes on-line. To supplement this there will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. For project work the knowledge and understanding will be assessed through formal written reports, oral presentations and continual assessment throughout the project. |
At least one specific area of material science, depending on choice of module. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the knowledge and understanding content will be presented in structured notes on-line. To supplement this there will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. For project work the knowledge and understanding will be assessed through formal written reports, oral presentations and continual assessment throughout the project. |
Learning Outcomes: Subject SpecificOn the completion of this course successful students will be able to: |
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Select and critically discuss the appropriate materials for an engineering application, taking into account final materials properties and production methods. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the content will be presented in structured notes on-line, which includes subject specific skills. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. The ability to plan and carry out research tasks will be developed and assessed to some extent in the Materials Science Case Study, but most strongly in the Materials Science Research Project. |
Choose the appropriate materials characterisation methods for a materials science / engineering problem. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the content will be presented in structured notes on-line, which includes subject specific skills. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. The ability to plan and carry out research tasks will be developed and assessed to some extent in the Materials Science Case Study, but most strongly in the Materials Science Research Project. |
Interpret and critically analyse data from materials characterisation techniques. |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the content will be presented in structured notes on-line, which includes subject specific skills. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. The ability to plan and carry out research tasks will be developed and assessed to some extent in the Materials Science Case Study, but most strongly in the Materials Science Research Project. |
Plan and carry out research tasks in materials science |
Teaching/Learning Methods and Strategies As this programme is delivered through a web-based distance learning method the core of the content will be presented in structured notes on-line, which includes subject specific skills. Methods of Assessment There will be assignments in all modules as well as on-line discussions. These will both form part of the assessment of the modules, together with formal examinations for most modules. The ability to plan and carry out research tasks will be developed and assessed to some extent in the Materials Science Case Study, but most strongly in the Materials Science Research Project. |
MODULE INFORMATION
Programme Requirements
Module Title |
Module Code |
Level/ stage |
Credits |
Availability |
Duration |
Pre-requisite |
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Assessment |
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S1 |
S2 |
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Core |
Option |
Coursework % |
Practical % |
Examination % |
Materials Science Case Study |
PHY9033 |
7 |
10 |
YES |
2 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Fundamentals of Materials Science |
PHY9031 |
7 |
30 |
YES |
12 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Materials Characterisation |
PHY9032 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
10 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Magnetic & Electronic Materials |
PHY9034 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
8 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Optical and Plasmonic materials |
PHY9035 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
8 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Electron Microscopy and Scanning Probe Microscopy |
PHY9036 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
8 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Thin Film Techniques and Sensor Technology |
PHY9037 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
YES |
8 weeks |
N |
YES |
50% |
0% |
50% |
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Materials modelling and simulation |
PHY9038 |
7 |
20 |
YES |
8 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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Materials Science Research Project |
PHY9040 |
7 |
60 |
YES |
YES |
52 weeks |
N |
YES |
100% |
0% |
0% |
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NotesIn the first year the students take the three compulsory modules PHY9031, PHY9032 and PHY9033. In the second year students take three optional modules of 20 CATS points each. It is also possible to include one level M 20 CATS point module from another physical science or engineering programme instead of one optional module. In the third year students must take the Research Project module PHY9040. It should be noted that two options exist for taking the module PHY9033 Materials Science Case Study: |