Composites: the Science, Technology and Engineering Application of Advanced Composites

Imperial College Business School

Postgraduate

In London

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Description

  • Type

    Postgraduate

  • Location

    London

  • Start date

    Different dates available

This course is now closed for 2016 entry.This course addresses the broad field of advanced composites, specifically the manufacturing and characterisation of composites and engineering design.

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Location

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London
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South Kensington Campus, SW7 2AZ

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Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

New aircraft and other challenging engineering applications are becoming increasingly dependent upon the unique capabilities of high performance composite materials. This course addresses the broad field of advanced composites, and is presented by experts in the field from the College, other universities, major aerospace companies and government research organisations. It will appeal to graduates of engineering, materials science, physics or chemistry. You will develop an outstanding knowledge of composite technology, allowing you to take up specialist roles in industry and research.

All applicants must apply online. You can usually apply for up to two courses, although your second choice will only be considered if your first-choice application is unsuccessful. Most courses don't have a formal closing date, but popular courses close when they are full, so you should apply early to avoid disappointment. There may also be funding deadlines that apply to you. You will need to upload documents with your applications, which may include...

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Subjects

  • IT
  • Engineering
  • Design
  • Technology

Course programme

Modules shown are for the current academic year, and are subject to change depending on your year of entry.

Lectures take place during the first two terms and are arranged in a series of modules, including:

  • Analytical techniques, fractography
  • Composite systems (polymer, metal, ceramic)
  • Design, joining, finite element analysis
  • Detection of defects, non-destructive evaluation
  • Fatigue, impact, environment
  • Fibre/matrix interfaces
  • Introduction to composites; fibres
  • Laminate analysis
  • Manufacturing science
  • Mechanical testing; fracture
  • Stiffness and strength
  • Stress analysis
  • Lifecycle Assessment

Students undertake a laboratory programme and an extensive literature review in the autumn term.

During the spring term you undertake a group structural design study. During both terms there are a number of assessed coursework assignments.

After the written examinations in April/May, full-time students undertake a full-time project until September. It may be possible for projects to be carried out in industry. Part-time students are expected to undertake the bulk of their project in industry.

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