Functional and Engineering Ceramics (MATS64562)
Unit aims / introduction
This unit aims to introduce you to the important classes of inorganic materials used in structural/mechanical and functional applications; appreciate the difficulties in using inherently brittle materials in structural applications; appreciate the benefits of controlled inhomogeneity in materials for functional applications; appreciate the interaction between processing, microstructure and properties of these materials.
If you wish to complete a postgraduate qualification in Advanced Engineering Materials, please note that this is classed as an 'optional unit'. This means that you will choose to complete this unit OR Unit 6a High Performance Alloys (MATS64552) as part of your unit structure requirement.
Unit dates (to be confirmed) - online distance-learning
- February 2011
As the online distance-learning units for the MSc Advanced Engineering Materials are currently in development, this unit will be available in online distance-learning format from February 2011. This development will not affect you if you are studying for a postgraduate qualification at the standard rate of completion.
If you wish to study this as an individual unit only, you have the option of completing a campus based version of the unit, or we can notify you with further details about the online distance-learning unit when available - please email mmm@manchester.ac.uk and input MATS64562 into the subject line to help us with your enquiry.
Unit tutors
- Unit leader – Professor Bob Freer
- Unit e-Tutor – Your e-Tutor, assigned when you start the unit, will act as a group mentor throughout the unit and will guide you through all the learning material.
Study time and method
This unit is delivered as an online distance-learning unit and a campus-based unit. This page concentrates on the online distance-learning version, if you would like information on the campus-based version of this unit, please contact the Postgraduate Admissions Team.
Online distance-learning (part-time)
This unit is delivered online through a virtual learning environment (VLE) system called Blackboard.
Each unit contains 12 study weeks over a 14-week period. Each study week normally comprises five study sessions, corresponding to five working days.
This unit requires approximately 12.5 study hours each week of the unit (excluding break weeks). You are able to study at a time that suits you, but some group discussions may be scheduled by your e-Tutor.
For more information on online distance-learning, please click here
Unit structure - online distance-learning
The unit structure of this unit will shortly be available here. If you would like us to contact you when the information is available, please email mmm@manchester.ac.uk and input MATS64562 Unit Structure into the subject line to help us with your enquiry.
For information on the campus-based version of this unit, please contact the Postgraduate Admissions Team
Assessment
Assessment is a requirement if you are studying a postgraduate qualification. If you choose to take individual units only, the unit assessment is optional.
Assessed coursework
All coursework can be submitted via Blackboard, and feedback from e-Tutors will also be given online.
Unit examination
Formal examinations will take place two or more times each year. An examination will normally be available with six weeks of the unit completion date; you may take the examination at a later date but no more than one year after commencement of the unit.
Examinations can take place at The University of Manchester or at a University approved off-campus location, such as a British Council office / other university.
Please note that The University of Manchester will assist all students in finding a University approved off-campus examination location, but it is ultimately the student's responsibility to find and pay for this. All students are welcome to take their examination at The University of Manchester.
Credits
This is a 15-credit unit which can be built up to lead to a postgraduate qualification.
If you wish to complete a postgraduate qualification in Advanced Engineering Materials, please note that this is classed as an 'optional unit'. This means that you will choose to complete this unit OR Unit 6a High Performance Alloys (MATS64552) as part of your unit structure requirement.
MSc Advanced Engineering Materials
This unit forms part of the MSc Advanced Engineering Materials. Other units included in the course are:
- Introduction to Materials Science and Engineering
- Industrial Processing of Materials
- Advanced Composite Materials
- Advanced Analytical Techniques
- Engineering Design and Communication
- Materials Performance Life Cycle Design
- High Performance Alloys
Manchester Materials Masters
The MSc Advanced Engineering Materials is one of four courses under the Manchester Materials Masters (MMM) programme. Other MMM MSc courses include:
- MSc Corrosion Control Engineering
- MSc Polymer Materials Science and Engineering
- MSc Textile Technology
Pre-requisites and making an application
There are no formal pre-requisites to study for an individual unit, but we would advise you to have a relevant level of knowledge and understanding of the subject to ensure that you can cope with the postgraduate-level study. If you wish to progress onto a postgraduate qualification following completion of an individual unit, then you will need to complete a formal application.
To make an application to an individual unit or to a postgraduate qualification, please click here
Contact us
If you have any questions regarding this unit or other units and courses within the School of Materials, please contact our MMM Team:
mmm@manchester.ac.uk
Tel: +44 (0)161 306 4869
Fees
The tuition fees for units starting after February 2010 have not yet been set.
As a guide, tuition fees for current 15-credit units are set at £1,900 for the full 12-week unit.
Your registration includes full access to the teaching material on Blackboard and allocated e-Tutor support throughout the programme.