Core Module Information
Module title: Mechanics and Computational Modelling

SCQF level: 10:
SCQF credit value: 20.00
ECTS credit value: 10

Module code: MEC10720
Module leader: Chennakesava Kadapa
School School of Computing, Engineering and the Built Environment
Subject area group: Engineering and Mathematics
Prerequisites

Requisites: AND Pre-requisite: Mechanics & Engineering Design and CAD equivalent to SCQF level 9 AND Pre-requisite: [Module MEC08118] Mechanics

Description of module content:

Revision of stress and strain in common engineering structuresTheory of finite elementsProcedure for creating finite element modelsChoice of element typeAxis symmetric modelsProblems of re-entrant cornersApplication of loads and constraintsSolution and presentation of results from finite element analysisInterpretation of stress and heat transfer results from finite element analysisValidation of finite element models

Learning Outcomes for module:

Upon completion of this module you will be able to

LO1: Analyse structures, using finite element software to determine stress, deformation resulting from specified loading and constraints.

LO2: Validate the results of a finite element analysis by comparison with standard calculations.

LO3: Acknowledge finite element theory and software coding and assess their influence on the interpretation of results from a finite element analysis.

LO4: Weight up and interpret the significance of results from a finite element analysis in terms of structural integrity, design goals, liability and litigation.

Full Details of Teaching and Assessment
2024/5, Trimester 1, In Person,
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Occurrence: 001
Primary mode of delivery: In Person
Location of delivery: CHINA
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Member of staff responsible for delivering module: Chennakesava Kadapa
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Student Activity (Notional Equivalent Study Hours (NESH))
Mode of activityLearning & Teaching ActivityNESH (Study Hours)NESH Description
Face To Face Lecture 22 Each week, students attend a 2-hour lecture on the theoretical aspects of modelling and finite element analysis. These involve guided learning by the tutor(s) to help the students understand the theory and solve problems using examples.
Face To Face Practical classes and workshops 22 Each student attends a two-hour practical class every week, during which they are taught how to use the FEA software ANSYS in PC labs. Different modelling techniques and analysis procedures will be taught to help the students solve complex engineering problems, which they will have to demonstrate in the Coursework part of the assessment.
Independent Learning GROUPIND_STUDY 76 Groupwork (Independent Study)
Online Guided independent study 77 Guided independent study. Students take responsibility for their own learning process, with support and direction from academics through tutorials and research assessments.
Face To Face Centrally Time Tabled Examination 3 Centrally Time-Tabled Examination
Total Study Hours200
Expected Total Study Hours for Module200


Assessment
Type of Assessment Weighting % LOs covered Week due Length in Hours/Words Description
Report 40 1~2~3~4 Week 11 , WORDS= 30 pages. Report. Students will demonstrate the theory and practicals they learned in the class and labs in formulating and analysing complex engineering problems [M2] to design solutions for complex engineering problems [M5] by selecting appropriate computational (FEA) and analytical techniques (theoretical calculations and closed-form solutions from solid mechanics) [M3]. In doing so, they evaluate technical literature [M4], use practical laboratory skills (ANSYS software for FEA) to investigate problems [M12] and select appropriate materials and technologies while understanding and assessing the limitations of different materials and design and modelling methodologies [M13].
Centrally Time Tabled Examination 60 1~2~3~4 Exam Period HOURS= 3 hours Centrally Time-Tabled Examination. Students will apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics and engineering principles to find the solutions to complex engineering problems [M1]. Students will use available data to formulate and analyse problems using the first principles of mathematics, engineering principles and engineering judgement [M2].
Component 1 subtotal: 100
Component 2 subtotal: 0
Module subtotal: 100

Indicative References and Reading List - URL:
MEC10120 & MEC10720 Mechanics and Computational Modelling