MEng Civil Engineering

This unit introduces the uses of computational modelling within Civil and Structural engineering as a design and analysis tool. It highlights the benefits and also possible pitfalls of using numerical models. The need to validate all computer models is emphasized by imple examples that may not be accurately captured by a computer model without careful thought. The potential power of computer models is introduced by starting with simple examples that can be validated by hand and then introducing complexity that cannot be easily analysed using hand calculations.

This course unit detail provides the framework for delivery in 20/21 and may be subject to change due to any additional Covid-19 impact.  Please see Blackboard / course unit related emails for any further updates

To provide an introduction to modelling and simulation as relevant to civil and structural engineering.
To develop students’ ability to use common structural analysis and computational fluid mechanics modelling packages
To develop students’ ability to judge the quality and reliability of their numerical predications.
 

1. The principles of modelling and simulation for engineering
2. Basics of modelling for structural engineering
3. Use of popular engineering software packages for structural problems
4. Basics of modelling for fluid mechanics
5. Use of popular engineering software packages for fluid flow problems
 

Written comments provided on reports and verbal feedback in labs and lectures within 3 weeks from submission