NG3S110 - Structural Engineering 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 6
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG3S110 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Structural Engineering | ||
| 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: | David Baxter, Stuart Bunston, Sarah Moses | ||
| 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: | 100153 - structural engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 6 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To develop further understanding of and the ability to analyse complex structural behaviour such as the buckling, elastic, and plastic collapse of structural components.
To develop understanding of the principles and application of modern numerical analysis, such as finite element analysis (FEA) and matrix stiffness analysis of structures.
To further develop student’s understanding and competence in the design of structural elements and articulate conceptual design and develop a detailed structural solution to Eurocodes.
To understand the significance of stability and the need for strength and/or stiffness.
To develop understanding of principles and approaches of sustainable structural engineering design, concept of life cycle/embodied carbon assessment and calculation of structures.
Content Summary
Slope-deflection method of analysis of indeterminate structures – slope-deflection equations, analysis of indeterminate beams and frames
Elastic instability, Perry-Robertson formula.
Yield line analysis for analysis.
Plastic methods of structural analysis - Application to continuous beams and portal frames.
Introduction to finite element analysis (FEA) and its applications
Stiffness matrix method – fundamentals; member and global stiffness matrices; displacement and force transformation matrices; truss, beam and frame analysis using the stiffness method.
Further develop understanding and competence in the design of structural elements, including column design to Eurocodes.
Develop conceptual design skills and detailed structural solution to Eurocodes.
Steel connections
To study and understand the significance of stability, robustness, and the need for strength and/or stiffness.
Principles and approaches of sustainable structural engineering design, concept of life cycle/embodied carbon assessment and calculation of structures.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 32 |
| Tutorial | 16 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 6 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 46 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the principles and applications of modern numerical methods, via the interpretation, formulation, and solution of engineering problems, and design. |
| LO2 | Critically analyse and understand the structural behaviour and principles; and develop understanding of the significance of stability and robustness; and extend competence in the design of structural elements both manually and using appropriate apps. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | Analysis and design report | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | Onsite Closed Book Examination | 120 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |