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CAMBRIDGE TECHNICALS IN ENGINEERINGLEVEL 3 Unit 11 – MATERIALS SCIENCE

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Contents

Materials for Engineers and Technicians (Bolton and Higgins, 2014) 4

Classification 5

Atomic structures and bonding 6

Atomic structures and bonding 7

Periodic table 8

Periodic table 9

Metals and alloys – structures 10

Metals – crystal structures 11

Metals – grain structures 12

Polymerisation 13

Polymerisation – experiments 14

Plastics – types and applications 15

Ceramics 16

Glasses 17

Polymers and Elastomers 18

Materials properties 19

Materials properties 20

Corrosion 21

Machinability 22

Loading – compressive, tensile, sheer and torsional strength 23

Failure modes / failure analysis 24

Crystals and work hardening 25

Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) 26

FMEA – templates 27

Casting and material properties 28

Grain structure – and effects of forming 29

Heat Treatment of Steel 30

Stainless Steel – Alloying 31

Thermal Equilibrium Diagram (TED) 32

Thermoplastics and Thermosets 33

Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP) 34

Carbon fibre 35

Composite materials 36

Shape memory alloy (SMA) 37

Shape Memory Polymer 38

Quantum tunnelling composite (QTC) 39

Nanomaterials 40

Self healing polymers 41

Abrasion resistance testing 42

Corrosion – testing 43

Resistivity 44

Thermal conductivity 45

Toughness testing 46

Toughness 47

Thermal expansion 48


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Materials for Engineers and Technicians (Bolton and Higgins, 2014)

Description:Comprehensive text book covering most aspects of materials for engineering.

Supports:OCR Cambridge Technicals in EngineeringUnit 11

Cost:£30

Format:Paperback or Kindle Book

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Materials-Engineers-Technicians-W-Bolton/dp/1138778753/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1422806619&sr=8-9&keywords=engineering+materials




http://www.vias.org/feee/index.html


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Classification

Description:An explanation of the general classification of materials.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.nde-ed.org/EducationResources/CommunityCollege/Materials/Introduction/classifications.htm



http://www.engineeringtoolbox.com/electrical-units-d_454.html


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Atomic structures and bonding

Description:An introduction to atomic bonding, including metallic, ionic and covalent bonding.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.nde-ed.org/EducationResources/CommunityCollege/Materials/Structure/bonds.htm



http://www.allaboutcircuits.com/vol_1/chpt_3/9.html


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Atomic structures and bonding

Description:An introduction to atomic bonding, including metallic, ionic and covalent bonding.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.chem4kids.com/files/atom_bonds.html

http://www.chem4kids.com/files/atom_bonds.html

http://www.physicsclassroom.com/class/circuits/Lesson-4/Combination-Circuits


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Periodic table

Description:Periodic table showing the composition and characteristics of elements – including images for atomic structure.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.chemicalelements.com/elements/cu.html

http://www.chemicalelements.com/elements/cu.html

http://www.electronics-tutorials.ws/dccircuits/dcp_4.html


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Periodic table

Description:An interactive periodic table showing metals and non metals. Elements in the table can be clicked to highlight their periodic number, weight, melting and boiling point.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.engineersedge.com/periodic_table_of_elements.htmand-the-various-types

http://www.engineersedge.com/periodic_table_of_elements.htm

http://www.engineersedge.com/periodic_table_of_elements.htm

http://www.learningaboutelectronics.com/Articles/Variable-resistors-and-the-various-types



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Metals and alloys – structures

Description:A web page explaining the structure of metals, and how this relates to the physical properties of the metal. Also explain how grains form within materials, and how they are affected by heating or working the metal.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.chemguide.co.uk/atoms/structures/metals.html

http://www.chemguide.co.uk/atoms/structures/metals.html



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Metals – crystal structures

Description:An explanation of the crystal structures of metals.

Supports:OCR Cambridge Technicals in Engineering Level 3Unit 3

Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.substech.com/dokuwiki/doku.php?id=metals_crystal_structure

http://www.substech.com/dokuwiki/doku.php?id=metals_crystal_structure



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Metals – grain structures

Description:A video showing grain structure in metals. Also includes microscopy and how this is performed.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uG35D_euM-0

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uG35D_euM-0



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Polymerisation

Description:BP resources for teachers. An introduction to polymers and polymerisation.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://bpes.bp.com/secondary-resources/science/ages-14-to-16/chemical-and-material-behaviour/polymerisation/





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Description:A series of experiments from Nuffield relating to polymerisation. Can be used to make a range of polymers in the classroom.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-chemistry/polymers-and-polymerisation

Polymerisation – experiments





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Description:An explanation of the different types of plastics (e.g. thermoplastics). Includes a wide range of other teaching resources.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.plasticseurope.org/what-is-plastic/types-of-plastics-11148/thermoplastics.aspx

Plastics – types and applications





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Description:A complete website dedicated to ceramics. Includes a range of videos explaining ceramics and glasses.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://ceramics.org/learn-about-ceramics/structure-and-properties-of-ceramics

Ceramics

http://ceramics.org/learn-about-ceramics/structure-and-properties-of-ceramics



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Description:A series of videos from Corning explaining the properties and applications of glasses.

Supports:OCR Cambridge Technicals in Engineering Level 3Unit 11

Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12OSBJwogFc

Glasses

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12OSBJwogFc



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Polymers and Elastomers

Description:Website dedicated to polymers and elastomers. Includes details of properties, atomic composition and applications.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://pslc.ws/macrog/elas.htm

http://pslc.ws/macrog/elas.htm



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Materials properties

Description:A light-hearted look at the properties of materials, including toughness, hardness, conductivity and malleability.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.technologystudent.com/joints/matprop1.htm

http://www.technologystudent.com/joints/matprop1.htm



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Materials properties

Description:A series of revision articles looking at the properties of engineering materials.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.the-warren.org/avcemenu.htm

http://www.the-warren.org/avcemenu.htm



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Corrosion

Description:An introductory video explaining corrosion and its causes.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4pSuflO9fk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T4pSuflO9fk



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Machinability

Description:A thorough explanation of machinability of metals, and the factors that influence it.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://americanmachinist.com/cutting-tools/chapter-3-machinability-metals

http://americanmachinist.com/cutting-tools/chapter-3-machinability-metals



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Loading – compressive, tensile, sheer and torsional strength

Description:A simple explanation of different types of loading that can be applied to materials and components. Website also includes further educational resources.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.nde-ed.org/EducationResources/CommunityCollege/Materials/Mechanical/Loading.htm





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Failure modes / failure analysis

Description:An introductory video showing failure modes of materials.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85HxmnLEkwM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=85HxmnLEkwM



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Crystals and work hardening

Description:A video showing how crystal structure of materials affects it properties in relation to work hardening.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtuedAQ6lwE

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtuedAQ6lwE



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Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA)

Description:A complete explanation of the FMEA process.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.npd-solutions.com/fmea.html

http://www.npd-solutions.com/fmea.html



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FMEA – templates

Description:A series of resources relating to FMEA. Also includes templates (some in Excel) with examples of FMEA.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.fmea-fmeca.com/fmea-examples.html

http://www.fmea-fmeca.com/fmea-examples.html



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Casting and material properties

Description:A series of tutorials showing the effects of casting on material properties. Also explains different casting techniques.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.doitpoms.ac.uk/tlplib/casting/microsegregation.php

http://www.doitpoms.ac.uk/tlplib/casting/microsegregation.php



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Grain structure – and effects of forming

Description:An introduction to grain structure in materials, and the effects of forming such as annealing, forging and casting.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.the-warren.org/ALevelRevision/engineering/grainstructure.htm

http://www.the-warren.org/ALevelRevision/engineering/grainstructure.htm



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Heat Treatment of Steel

Description:A video explaining how the heat treatment of steel alters properties of the material.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98lh5Q0M0cg

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=98lh5Q0M0cg



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Stainless Steel – Alloying

Description:An interesting video with examples of applications and a tutorial explaining how alloying changes the properties of a material.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jGW9orpZqak



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Thermal Equilibrium Diagram (TED)

Description:A tutorial explaining the TED, including its interpretation and applications.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.practicalstudent.com/subjects/eng/teds.shtml

http://www.practicalstudent.com/subjects/eng/teds.shtml



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Thermoplastics and Thermosets

Description:An introduction to thermoplastics and thermosetting plastics – including their properties.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.mr-dt.com/materials/thermosetting.htm

http://www.mr-dt.com/materials/thermosetting.htm



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Glass Reinforced Plastic (GRP)

Description:A basic introduction to the manufacture and applications of GRP.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.technologystudent.com/joints/fibre1.html

http://www.technologystudent.com/joints/fibre1.html



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Carbon fibre

Description:A video showing BMWs carbon fibre manufacturing facility.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaoq8Mc4xxw

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kaoq8Mc4xxw



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Composite materials

Description:Website for the UK trade association for composites. Includes a range of educational resources.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://compositesuk.co.uk/composite-materials

http://compositesuk.co.uk/composite-materials



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Shape memory alloy (SMA)

Description:Explanation of how SMA works – including applications.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.technologystudent.com/equip1/sma1.htm

http://www.technologystudent.com/equip1/sma1.htm



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Shape Memory Polymer

Description:A short video showing a shape memory polymer being formed and re-formed using hot water.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1L8imyNvLJo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1L8imyNvLJo



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Quantum tunnelling composite (QTC)

Description:Manufacturer using QTC for commercial applications. Includes video demonstrations of QTC.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.peratech.com/qtc-material.html

http://www.peratech.com/qtc-material.html



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Nanomaterials

Description:A basic introduction to nanomaterials and their applications. Also discusses the perceived health risks associated with nanomaterials.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/sya-nano/

http://www.niehs.nih.gov/health/topics/agents/sya-nano/



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Self healing polymers

Description:A BBC article explaining self healing plastics and their applications.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-27296365

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-27296365



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Abrasion resistance testing

Description:Video of a commercial testing machine for abrasion resistance testing.


Cost:Free

Format:Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idJGrLcaDlQ

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=idJGrLcaDlQ



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Corrosion – testing

Description:A simple experiment from Nuffield to perform corrosion resistance testing. Could be extended to other materials.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-chemistry/causes-rusting

http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-chemistry/causes-rusting



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Resistivity

Description:A simple experiment to determine the resistivity of wire. Uses the current and voltage drop method in order to obtain accurate results.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.education.com/science-fair/article/resistivity-iron-conduct-electricity-copper/





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Thermal conductivity

Description:An experiment to determine the thermal conductivity of different metals. This experiment requires commercially available equipment (Ingenhousz’s apparatus, or similar). This is available relatively cheaply.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-physics/comparing-thermal-conductivities-different-materials





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Toughness testing

Description:An explanation of toughness testing. Toughness testing requires a calibrated pendulum to impact with the material being tested (Izod test).


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.technologystudent.com/joints/toughness1.html

http://www.technologystudent.com/joints/toughness1.html



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Toughness

Description:An explanation of toughness testing using the Izod method – including typical values for different types of materials.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www-materials.eng.cam.ac.uk/mpsite/properties/non-IE/toughness.html

http://www-materials.eng.cam.ac.uk/mpsite/properties/non-IE/toughness.html



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Thermal expansion

Description:A series of experiments from Nuffield and the Institute of Physics on thermal expansion.


Cost:Free

Format:Web page

http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-physics/expansion-solid-rod

http://www.nuffieldfoundation.org/practical-physics/expansion-solid-rod


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