NG4S114 - Advanced Structural Analysis and Structural Concrete Design 01 Sep 2020 - 31 Aug 2022 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG4S114 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Advanced Structural Analysis and Structural Concrete Design | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Built Environment and Civil Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Civil Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Joanne Thomas | ||
| Module Team: | Paul Davies, Emma McGivern, , Jiping Bai | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2015 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | 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 | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2020 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2022 |
Module Aims
To advance the students’ knowledge of current methods of structural analysis, particularly in the field of numerical and computer based solutions.
To extend the students’ knowledge base, in relation to specialised principles involved in structural mechanics, and systematise the application of these principles to both classical and actual structural problems.
To provide students with advanced knowledge in the design of reinforced and pre-stressed concrete in accordance with the relevant Eurocodes and British Standards.
To introduce to the students the latest techniques and design methods in using advanced Fibre Reinforced Polymer (FRP) composite materials for the strengthening and upgrading of degraded concrete bridges and buildings.
Content Summary
The finite element concept. Formulation of the truss and beam elements. Application to plane stress/strain 2-D elements. Problem case studies using rectangular or triangular elements and assemblies.
General theory of influence lines and applications.
Torsion and combined bending, shear and torsion.
Determination of ultimate load capacity from first principles, using appropriate stress-strain constitutive laws.
Flexural design and shear at ultimate limit state.
Serviceability limit states design - Determination of crack width and deflections.
Statically determinate and indeterminate pre-stressed concrete beams.
Yield line and Hillerborg strip methods for slab design.
FRP strengthening techniques, design methods and application case studies.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 48 |
| Tutorial | 24 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 8 |
| Independent Study | 100 |
| Directed Study | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Redefine the actual structural geometry, boundary conditions and loading configuration so that the modified structural model is prepared for analytic processing. Analyse two and three-dimensional structures using the finite element method. |
| LO2 | Demonstrate high competence in carrying out reinforced and pre-stressed concrete design using relevant design codes of practice. Display mastery of advanced FRP strengthening techniques and knowledge, and its application and design methods for strengthening of degraded concrete structures. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | Design Project | 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 | ✔ | ✔ | |