NG4H101 - Seismic Analysis and Design to Eurocodes 01 Sep 2020 - 31 Aug 2022 | Version 4
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG4H101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Seismic Analysis and Design to Eurocodes | ||
| 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: | |||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2015 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 10 | Credit Level: | 7 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100153 - structural engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 4 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2020 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2022 |
Module Aims
The module aims at providing mastery of seismic analysis and design of buildings. It
introduces the principles of earthquake engineering and structural dynamics. It
provides the necessary knowledge and intellectual skills for students to be
able to assess seismic hazards, and then to analyse and design structures for seismic
resistance to Eurocodes. This module includes different methodologies for
design from simplified preliminary design methods to more advanced techniques,
including available seismic protection systems. Case studies will be utilised
to show an appreciation of the economic and social context of seismic effects, and
to critically examine parameters influencing the seismic performance of
structures.
Content Summary
Mathematical basics of structural response to seismic action.
Structural dynamics - vibration under harmonic and periodic excitations;
Earthquake engineering - ductility; response spectrum approach;
Seismic resistant design - principles of performance-based design;
Introduction to Eurocode 8, including design of structures for earthquake resistance, general rules, seismic actions and rules for buildings.
Performance requirements and compliance criteria for structural design subject to dynamic actions; characteristics of seismic resistant buildings.
Structural Analysis – modelling and methods of analysis, and safety verifications.
Specific rules for concrete, steel/composite building design under seismic actions;
Special technologies for vibration mitigation and damped systems.
To use state-of-the-art software for seismic analysis and design.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 13 |
| Tutorial | 13 |
| Independent Study | 74 |
| Total Hours Selected | 100 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Analyse vibration response of single- and multi-degree of freedom and continuous systems. Understand the seismic actions and estimate seismic hazard. Perform seismic analysis of building structures. |
| LO2 | Understand the principles of performance-based design; Broaden and deepen knowledge base through research to apply the principles of earthquake resistant design, including the simplified design procedures in accordance with the latest codes of practice, namely Eurocodes. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | AERG | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Synchronous Onsite Assessment (Exam) | Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | Examination | 120 | N/A | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Onsite Closed Book Examination 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |