NG3S225 - Computational Analysis 01 Apr 2025 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 2
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | NG3S225 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Computational Analysis | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Aerospace and Mechanical Engineering | ||
| Module Leader: | Vishagen Ramasamy | ||
| Module Team: | Christian Hall, Meinwen Taylor, David Dawkins | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2021 | 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: | 100190 - mechanical engineering | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 2 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Apr 2025 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
The aim of the module is to enable the students to carry out engineering analysis as part of the design process, to have the ability to interpret the results obtained and make design decisions on the basis of the analysis carried out.
Content Summary
Finite Element Analysis
- Finite Element Theory
- One-dimensional Elements
- Two-dimensional elements (plane stress, plane strain, axisymmetric)
- Finite Element Modelling
- Finite Element Results Interpretation
Computational Fluid Dynamics Introduction to CFD
- Meshing
- Overview of fundamental CFD theory (the Navier-Stokes equations, the finite volume method, boundary conditions, turbulence modelling, solution algorithms)
- Geometry and mesh generation.
- Classification of fluid flow problems, and identification of modelling approach.
- Verification and validation of Numerical Models.
- Postprocessing, reporting and documentation of CFD Data
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 24 |
| Tutorial | 24 |
| Independent Study | 72 |
| Directed Study | 60 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 20 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Critically evaluate the limitations of using computer simulations to model real world problems. |
| LO2 | Model a number of engineering problems using computer simulation software. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 2 | FEA Analysis | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Report 1 | CFD Analysis | 0 | 2000 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Report 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Report 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |