Handbook : Unit informationEdith Cowan University

Faculty of Education and Arts

School: Education

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• Unit Title

  Materials Design and Technology 3

• Unit Code

  DTM2104

• Year

  2015

• Enrolment Period

  1

• Version

  2

• Credit Points

  15

• Full Year Unit

  N

• Mode of Delivery

  On Campus
  

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Description

This unit will examine new and advanced materials and processes, and the links between performance, composition, processing and structure in the selection of materials for specific designs. Computer Assisted Machining (CAM), digital media and design integration will be integrated into the design through process documentation. Students will research advanced materials and processes, group design work will be engaged in to further the development of innovation and creativity. Students are advised that this unit will attract a small incidental fee for coursework materials.

Equivalent Rule

Unit was previously coded DTM5601, DTM6601

Learning Outcomes

On completion of this unit students should be able to:

1. Demonstrate a mastery of appropriate materials equipment and processes.
2. Demonstrate a range of both manipulative and cognitive skills such as the use of tools and equipment and problem solving.
3. Select appropriate materials for particular applications based on principles of materials technology and the use to which it will be put.
4. Work from drawings or a brief to produce well designed outcomes through an identified design process.
5. Work to set occupational health and safety requirements.

Unit Content

1. Health and Safety regulations.
2. Planning and construction processes.
3. Properties and structures of materials.
4. Use and maintenance of hand and machine tools.

Additional Learning Experience Information

Studio work Demonstrations Lectures Discussions

Assessment

GS1 GRADING SCHEMA 1 Used for standard coursework units

Students please note: The marks and grades received by students on assessments may be subject to further moderation. All marks and grades are to be considered provisional until endorsed by the relevant Board of Examiners.

Text References

• De Vries, M. (2005). Teaching about technology. The Netherlands: Springer.
• Livett, J. & O'Leary, J. (2007). Design and technology: VCE Units 1?4. (2nd ed). Thomson Learning Australia.
• Glover, N. (2006). Design and technology: Preliminary and HSC. (1st ed). Thomson Learning Australia.
• Schlyder, D.A. (2005). Engineering: an industry study for secondary schools. PCS Publications.
• Schlyder, D.A. (2005). Furnishing: an industry study for secondary schools. PCS Publications.
• Cambell FC. (2010). Structural composite materials. Online Text.
• Jacobs, J., & Kilduff, T. (2005). Engineering materials technology. (5th ed). Pearson.
• Knapp, Brian. (2003). Plastics: making use of the secrets of matter. London: Atlantic Europe Publishing Company Ltd.
• Strong, A. Brent. (2006). Plastics: materials and processing. (3rd ed). Pearson Prentice Hall, 2006.
• Leadbeatter, B. & Leadbeatter, M. & Keable, J. (2007). Woodworking. Part two. Sydney: McGraw-Hill.
• Norman, E., Cubitt, J., Urry, S., & Whittaker, M. (2001). Advanced design and technology. (3rd ed). London: Longman.
• Marotta, T. (2005). Basic construction materials. (7th ed). New York: Pearson.
• Leadbeatter, B. & Leadbeatter, M. & Keable, J. (2007). Woodworking. Part one. Sydney: McGraw-Hill.
• Parker, Steve. (2001). Plastics Oxford : Heinemann Library, 2001.

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