This online taster session will give you an insight into what it's like to study Materials Science Engineering at university. You'll have the chance to hear from one of our academics, participate in a taster lecture and engage with current undergraduates.
From Engines to Atoms
At any time there are about half a million people travelling in the air. The engines used by modern aeroplanes are phenomenal pieces of engineering, requiring materials that are able to cope in extreme environments for many hundreds of flights. Our role as material scientists is to understand how these materials work and, importantly, to improve the materials so they are
optimised for a particular application.
In this talk we will explore what Materials Science is, using the example of the turbine engine, finding out how it works, the materials properties required, the alloy design, and how structure all the way down to the atomic length scale helps us control the materials properties.
When: Thursday 9th May - 4pm - 5.30pm
Age Group: Year 12 and Year 13
Location: Online
Itinerary: 4.00pm - 4.05pm: Log in and get comfortable
4.05pm - 4.50pm: Interactive mini lecture - From Engines to Atoms
4.50pm - 5.05pm: Mini practical
5.05pm - 5.15pm: Introduction to the Department of Materials Science & Engineering, the courses on offer & examples of top careers after graduating from our courses
5.15pm - 5.25pm: Q&A with current undergraduate students
5.25pm - 5.30pm: Closing remarks and next steps
Please note that this is an approximate schedule and is therefore subject to change.