- UCAS course code
- H220
- UCAS institution code
- M20
Master of Engineering (MEng)
MEng Civil and Structural Engineering
Pave the way for your future in built environment, one of the most sought-after and crucial sectors in ever our ever-changing world.
Duration: 4 years
Year of entry: 2025
UCAS course code: H220 / Institution code: M20
- Key features:
Scholarships available
Field trips
Accredited course
- Typical A-level offer: AAA including specific subjects
- Typical contextual A-level offer: AAB including specific subjects
- Refugee/care-experienced offer: ABB including specific subjects
- Typical International Baccalaureate offer: 36 points overall with 6,6,6 at HL, including specific requirements
Course unit details:
Modelling & Simulation (Civil)
| Unit code | CIVL20082 |
|---|---|
| Credit rating | 10 |
| Unit level | Level 2 |
| Teaching period(s) | Semester 2 |
| Available as a free choice unit? | No |
Overview
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.
Pre/co-requisites
| Unit title | Unit code | Requirement type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structures 1 (Civil) | CIVL13001 | Pre-Requisite | Compulsory |
Aims
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.
Syllabus
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
Assessment methods
| Method | Weight |
|---|---|
| Report | 100% |
Feedback methods
Written comments provided on reports and verbal feedback in labs and lectures within 3 weeks from submission
Study hours
| Scheduled activity hours | |
|---|---|
| eAssessment | 10 |
| Lectures | 17 |
| Tutorials | 15 |
| Independent study hours | |
|---|---|
| Independent study | 58 |
Teaching staff
| Staff member | Role |
|---|---|
| Steven Lind | Unit coordinator |