NG3H238 - Finite Element Analysis 01 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG3H238 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Finite Element Analysis | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Joao Ramos | ||
| Module Team: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | NOV 2015 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 10 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100190 - mechanical engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To extend the students knowledge in engineering analysis with the application of finite element techniques.
Content Summary
• Finite Element Theory
• One-dimensional elements
• Two-dimensional elements - plane stress, plane strain, axisymmetric
• Finite element modelling
• Finite element results interpretation
• Finite element application/limitations
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Directed Study | 20 |
| Independent Study | 56 |
| Practical Classes and Workshops | 24 |
| Total Hours Selected | 100 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Analyse and solve a range of engineering problems using finite element software |
| LO2 | Demonstrate an understanding of the limitations of finite element analysis |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Practical finite element analysis with a written report | 0 | 3000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |