NG3S106 - Civil Engineering Design and Applications 13 Jul 2018 - 31 Aug 2022 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG3S106 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Civil Engineering Design and Applications | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Built Environment and Civil Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Civil Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Jiping Bai | ||
| Module Team: | , Emma McGivern, Phil Young | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2015 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 6 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100148 - civil engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 13 Jul 2018 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2022 |
Module Aims
The module has been designed to be broad in content, while covering key aspects of the new technology in the design and applications in civil engineering.
The module is designed to enhance the student's ability to solve complex technical and environment issues in design with the aid of appropriate new information and communication technology.
Content Summary
Introduction to informatics and its relevance to the civil engineering and construction industry. project collaborative systems for construction.
Modelling - such as numerical modelling of flood risk assessment and flood forecasting using MS excel, structural analysis and design with spreadsheets; Introduction to BIM and BIM Toolkit
3D design visualisation - working in 3D, 3D modelling, building modelling, rendering 3D model.
This module will facilitate the development of Personal Development Planning through the delivery of the key skills identified below in the module descriptor.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial | 24 |
| Independent Study | 152 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Utilise and apply a high degree of current technologies such as integration of BIM with structural analysis and design, 3D modelling and visualisation, FEA modelling in the design and decision support process |
| LO2 | Extend a systematic and coherent body of knowledge of modern technology, informatics and its impact on civil engineering professionals and the construction industry, and can critically review frameworks and techniques used in strategic information system management in the industry |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) 2 | Lab Coursework | 0 | 2000 | 40 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Practical Assessment | Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | Lab coursework | 0 | 3000 | 60 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Coursework (Onsite) 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |