Civil Engineering Level 3

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Level 3 2012/13

Civil EngineeringBEng Civil Engineering[H200,H202,H203]

MEng Civil Engineering[H201]

Coordinator: Professor MG Edwards ([email protected])

Semester 1 Modules Semester 2 Modules

EG-321

Geomechanics10 Credits

Dr. AJ Gil

EG-320

Structural Mechanics III10 Credits

Dr. D Deganello

EG-323

Finite Element Method

10 Credits

Professor P Nithiarasu

EG-326

Engineering of Foundation

10 Credits

Professor D Peric

EG-325

Ground and Water Engineering Design

10 Credits

Mr. KJ Rogers

EG-329

Hydrology and Unsteady Flow

10 Credits

Dr. Y Xuan

EG-328

Superstructure Design

10 Credits

Dr. BCL Lau

EGA304

Civil Engineering Design Practice II

10 Credits

Mr. KJ Rogers

EGA331

Coastal processes and engineering

10 Credits

Dr. HU Karunarathna/Professor DE Reeve

EG-353Research Project

30 Credits

Dr. CP Jobling

CORE

Total 120 Credits


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EG-320 Structural Mechanics IIICredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: This module aims to provide a fundamental understanding of the principles of structural

instability and the principles of limit state analysis and elasto-plastic bending. Study of structural instability will

include the potential energy approach and stability analysis of beam/columns and rigid bar/spring systems. Statical

and kinematic solution approaches to plastic collapse problems wlll be analysed and applied in the solution of the

plastic collapse of beams/frameworks.

Pre-requisite Modules: EG-225

Co-requisite Modules:

Incompatible Modules:

Format: Lectures 2 hours per week

Example classes 1 hour per week

Office hours: 1 hour per week

Directed private study and preparation for assessment: 6 hours per week

Lecturer(s): Dr. D Deganello

Assessment: Examination 1 (Written examination) (100%)

Assessment Description: 100% closed book examination at the end of teaching block

Failure Redemption: Exam re-sits according to university regulations.

A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark.Failure Redemption: Compliance with College of Engineering progression regulations for third year students.

Any student failing to pass in the June examination period may be invited to sit a supplementary examination in

August of the same year depending on Engineering progression regulations and at the discretion of the Civil

Engineering Portfolio

Assessment Feedback: Examination feedback will be provided using the College of Engineering online feedback

system, with general information provided on examination performance in each question and statistics on overall class

performance

Module Content: - Introduction to stability theory

- Total potential energy; Energy method for the calculation of equilibrium conditions and the stability of the

equilibrium position

- Application to simple rigid bar-spring models and beam/columns.- Initial stress matrix; Eigenvalue solutions.

- Introduction to limit state analysis. The theory of elasto-plastic bending.

- Demonstration of moment redistribution under progressive loading. The bounding theorems of limit analysis.

- Statical and kinematic solution approaches. Solution of continuous beams by the statical method.

- Introduction to mechanisms. Determination of independent and combined mechanisms.

- Use of the principle of virtual work to determine collapse loads.

- Problem solution for portal framed structures.

- Solution procedures for gable (pitched roof) frameworks.

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and

understanding of:

- The principles of structural stability theory.- The principles of limit state analysis of steel structures.

- Elasto-plastic theory of bending of sections

- The concepts of redistribution of moments in beams and framed structures.

The students will need to demonstrate ability to:

- Identify the various independent and combined mechanisms by which plastic structural collapse can occur.

- Distinguish between axial and bending load carrying actions in framed structures.

- Identify the appropriate methods of analysis for linear and stability analysis of pin-jointed frameworks.

- Position loads on structures in order to obtain worst load case conditions.

- Identify possible shapes leading to structural instability in simple beam/column structures

- Apply the theory of elasto-plastic bending to determine shape factors for various sections.

- Use the equilibrium method to determine the limit load of continuous beam structures.

- Use the kinematic approach to determine the limit load of framed (portal and gable) structures.

- Calculate the buckling load for simple beam/columns.


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Reading List: Coutie, Coates and Kong, Structural Analysis , VNR, 1998.

Rhodes, Virtual Work and Energy Concepts, Chatto and Windus, 1975.

M.S.Williams & J.D.Todd, Structures - Theory and Analysis, Palgrave Macmillan, 2000.ISBN: 0333677609

Additional Reading List: -

Additional Notes: Not available to visiting and exchange students.

This module particularly builds on the work done in the level 2 Structural Mechanics 2 (a) and (b) modules. Students

should revise the topics learnt in these modules. This module also assumes students are familiar with the basic

mathematical concepts learnt in the levels one and two mathematics modules.

Office hours will be posted up on the notice board outside room 276 (D.Deganello)


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EG-321 GeomechanicsCredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: This module builds upon the "Basic Soil Mechanics" module taught in Level 2 Civil

Engineering. It is designed to strengthen the knowledge on the behaviour of soils and to give basic understanding of

some geotechnical structures (e.g. retaining walls). The theories of lateral earth pressure (Mohr-Coulomb and

Rankine) will be explained in detail as well as their implications into the design of earth retaining structures and the

stability of slopes. The students will have the opportunity to resolve realistic geotechnical problems by means of their

own designed computer program (e.g. through the use of the computer software MatLab).

Pre-requisite Modules: EG-223; GEL200



Format: Lectures: 2 hours per week

Example classes: 1 hour per week

Office hours: 1 hour per week Directed private study and preparation for assessment: 6 hours per week

Lecturer(s): Dr. AJ Gil


Assignment 1 (20%)

Assessment Description: Examination 1: Open-book open examination (80%). Adhering to the University

Examination Guidelines, students are permitted to bring the following to the examination: class notes and textbooks

are permitted.

Assignment 1 : Development of a MatLab computer program for the analysis of a realistic geotechnical structure (e.g.

embedded wall) and preparation of a 10-page engineering report summarising the main results and drawing some

technical conclusions regarding the structural performance of the structure (20%). This is an individual piece of

coursework.

Failure Redemption: In compliance with College of Engineering progression regulations any student failing to pass

in the June

examination period may be invited to sit a supplementary examination in August of the same year (100% of the final

mark), at the discretion of the Civil Engineering Portfolio in compliance with Swansea University regulations.

Assessment Feedback: - Individual feedback will be given on all submitted coursework via direct written feedback

information.- Examination feedback will be provided using the College of Engineering online feedback system, with

general information provided on examination performance in each question and statistics on overall class

performance.

Module Content: - Review of basic concepts of continuum mechanics: stress (normal and shear), Mohr-circle

representation, strain (normal and shear), constitutive relationships (Hooke's law), deviatoric and pressure stress

components, isotropic state of stress. [3 hours]

- Shear strength of soils - Idealised stress-strain relationship. Mohr-Coulomb failure criterion in terms of stresses on a

plane and in terms of principal stresses. Effect of drainage. Triaxial tests: CD, CU and UU tests. Influence of dilatancy

on strength. Stress paths, peak and residual strengths of soils. [8 hours]

- Theory of earth pressures - Earth pressure at rest. Rankine's theory of active and passive earth pressure. Mohr-circles

and planes of failure. Active and passive pressures for the cases of cohesionless and cohesive soils. Influence of

surcharge on earth pressure. Considerations in the analysis and design of sheet piled walls. Free-earth support method,

anchored sheet piled walls. [12 hours]

- Stability of slopes - Limiting equilibrium methods in stability of slopes. Stability of slopes in sandy soils. Flow

parallel to the surface and at the surface. Submerged slopes and depressed water tables. Circular failure in clay soils.

Multi-layered slopes and submerged slopes. Determination of the minimum factor of safety. Effective stress methods.

The method of slices. Design charts, computer programs, factors of safety, introduction to embankment dams. [7

hours]


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Intended Learning Outcomes: - A knowledge and understanding of some of the theoretical aspects underpinning the

mechanical behaviour of solis, including shear strength of soils, Terzaghi's principle, Mohr-Coulomb failure theory,

cohesive and non-cohesive soil behaviour and lateral earth pressure theories (e.g. Mohr-Coulomb and Rankine).

- Basic understanding of concepts describing soil's states of stress, including stress paths, deviatoric stress and

isotropic state of stress.

- Basic understanding of concepts describing soil's strength, such as peak and residual strengths and dilatancy.

- Basic understanding of concepts describing lateral earth pressure (i.e.active and passive cases).

- Basic understanding of the theory related to stability of slopes.

- Ability to study independently and use Library and Internet resources.

- Ability to effectively take notes and manage working time through individual privated study.

- Ability to appreciate the basic algorithmic principles underpinning the design of a computer software.

- Awareness of the importance of using computer programs to resolve realistic geotechnical problems, otherwise

unsolvable by hand.

Reading List: Barnes, Soil Mechanics - Principles and Practice , Palgrave Macmillan, 2010.ISBN: 978-0230579804

Craig, Craig's Soil Mechanics, Spon Press, 2004.ISBN: 978-0415327039

Liu and Evett, Soils and Foundations, Pearson Prentice Hall, 2008.ISBN: 978-0132221382

Coduto, Geotechnical Engineering - Principles and Practices, Prentice Hall, 1999.ISBN: 978-0135763803

Smith, Smith's elements of soil mechanics, Blackwell, 2006.ISBN: 978-1405133708

Additional Reading List:

Additional Notes: - The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all

coursework and continuous assessment.- Available to visiting and exchange students.

- Assesment of external students: 100% from end of semester open-book examination.

- Notes, worked examples and past papers for this module can be found on Blackboard


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EG-323 Finite Element MethodCredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: This module provides a concise introduction to the elementary concepts and methods of

finite element analysis, with applications to heat flow, solid mechanics, groundwater flow and other engineering

problems. It also provides practice in using finite element software/codes.

Pre-requisite Modules:





Laboratory work 12 hours

Lecturer(s): Professor P Nithiarasu


Assignment 1 (10%)

Assignment 2 (10%)

Assessment Description: (i) Assignment 1: Solve 1D and truss problems using both hand calculations and computer

codes (10%).

(ii) Assignment 2: Solve multidimensional and transient problems using both hand calculations and computer codes

(10%).(iii) Final examination: Closed book exam (80%).

Failure Redemption: Resit may be allowed in exceptional circumstances - subject to university regulations.

Assessment - 100% examination.

Assessment Feedback: Assignments 1 and 2 are returned to students. A overall feedback on the final examination

will be posted online.

Module Content: 1D problems and trusses: Introduction. FE Formulation of 1-D Problems - Physical problem;

conceptual model. 1-D problem of heat conduction and elastostatics. Analytical solution. Strong and weak forms.

Galerkin approximation. Finite element discretisation. The linear 1-D bar: shape functions, load vector and stiffness

matrix. Assembly procedure. FE Modelling of Trusses - Stiffness matrix by direct calculation. Assembly procedure. 3-

D trusses. Examples [9]

2D scalar problems: FE Modelling of 2-D Potential Flow Problems - Physical problem; conceptual model. Porous

media flow; heat conduction; torsion of cylindrical members. Strong and weak forms. Galerkin approximation. Finite

element discretisation. The linear shape triangle: shape functions, load vector and stiffness matrix. Assembly

procedure. Solution. Examples. [8]

2D elasticity: FE Modelling of 2-D Elastic Solids - Plane strain and plane stress problems of 2-D elastostatics. Strong

and weak forms. Galerkin approximation. Finite element discretisation. The linear shape triangle: shape functions,

load vector and stiffness matrix. Examples [6]

1D transient problems: Time dependent phenomenon Discretisation of transient equations Finite element

formulation Time stepping approaches Heat conduction and elasticity Examples. [5]

Review [2] and Assessment.

Attendance is a course requirement. Each student will need to complete four projects that will require both hand

calculation and computer simulations. Computer simulations will be using the existing finite element software, which

includes small finite element programs and may also include a commercial finite element package.


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Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module, you should be able to demonstrate:

A knowledge and understanding of:

(i) Fundamentals of the finite element method as an approximation method for analysis of a variety of engineering

problems. (ii) Differences between mathematical (conceptual) and computer models.

An ability to (thinking skills):

(i) Distinguish between strong and weak form of the engineering problem at hand. (ii) Understand levels of

approximation inherent in computer modelling approaches to the solution of engineering problems.

An ability to (practical skills):

(i) Develop finite element formulation for analysis of a variety of engineering problems including: (a) elastostatics of

1-D bars and cables, (b) 2-D and 3-D trusses, (c) heat conduction and porous media flow, torsion, (d) plane strain and

plane stress problems. (e) transient problems.

(ii) Use finite element method to solve engineering problems (a)-(e).

(iii) Use a computer to model and analyse engineering problems (a)-(e).

Reading List: T.P. Chandrupatla & A.D. Belegundu, (R) Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering, Prentice-

Hall, 2002.

R. D. Cook, D. S. Malkus, M. E. Plesha and R. J. Witt, (R) Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis,

John Wiley, 2002.

E. Hinton and D. R. J. Owen, (R) Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering, Pineridge Press.T. J. R. Hughes, (F) The Finite Element Method: Linear Static and Dynamic Finite Element Analysis, Dover

Publications, 2000.

R.D. Cook, (F) Finite Element Modelling for Stress Analysis, John Wiley, 1995.

J. Fish and T. Belytschko, (R) A First Course in Finite Elements, Wiley, 2007.ISBN: 978-0-470-03580-1

Lewis, Nithiarasu, Seetharamu, Fundamentals of the finite element method for heat and fluid flow, Wiley, 2004.


Additional Notes: Not available to visiting and exchange students.

Penalty for late submission of continuous assessment assignments: zero tolerance.


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EG-325 Ground and Water Engineering DesignCredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: Site investigation of geotechnical problems, stages of investigation, site reconnaissance,

choice of methods of exploration, standard and cone penetration tests (SPT, CPT), design of shallow foundations and

piles based on SPT, settlement of pile foundations, computing consolidation settlement, ground improvement

techniques, Open Channel Flow. Design of drainage systems, Hydrologic principles, sustainability in water drainage

design (SUDS).


Co-requisite Modules: EG-329




Directed private study 3 hours per week

Lecturer(s): Mr. KJ Rogers


Assessment Description: This is an open book examination.

50% Water Engineering

50% Ground Engineering

Failure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark

Assessment Feedback: Examination feedback will be provided via the College of Engineering online feedback

system, reflecting on the class performance as a whole to individual exam questions.

Module Content: Geotechnics: Application of site investigation to real life geotechnical problems, designing shallow

foundations and piles based on SPT, settlement calculations of pile foundations, computing consolidation settlement.

Some preliminary design calculations [10]

Water Engineering: Storm water design calculations. Design of drainage systems. Energy equation. Friction losses.

Open channel flow. Hydrologic principles. Rational method hydrology. Preliminary design calculations. Using

appropriate BS for calculations. Application of water sustainability in drainage systems, principles involved. Types

and good practices, simple calculations to demonstrate function. Use of Storm water attenuation tasks and reuse

rainwater etc. Practical issues and management; design of systems for extreme events [10]

Examples [10]

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate a knowledge andunderstanding of:

Application of Geotechnical and fluid design principles to real problems.

An ability to:

Choose appropriate type of foundation for the given ground condition. Select appropriate drainage passages for any

given building or public facilities. (thinking skills)

Apply appropriate formulas and charts to design the geotechnical and fluid systems. (practical skills)

Study independently and use library resources. Effectively take notes and manage working time. (key skills)

Reading List: Craig, R.F., Soil Mechanics, E & FN Spon, 1997.ISBN: 0-419-22450-5

B.S. Massey, (R) Mechanics of Fluids, Van Nostrand Reinhold.ISBN: 0-415-36204-0

M.J. Tomlinson, (R) Foundation Design & Construction, Longman Scientific.ISBN: 0-13-031180-4

David Butler and John Davies, Urban Drainage.ISBN: 0-419-22340-1Additional Reading List:

Additional Notes: PENALTY: ZERO TOLERANCE FOR LATE SUBMISSION

This module particularly builds on the work of Level 2 modules EG-201, EG-222, EG-223 and EG-224. Therefore it

may not be suitable for visiting and exchange students, unless student has prior knowledge of structural analysis and

design equivalent to modules EG-201, EG-222, EG-223 and EG-224. Similarly, students entering directly to Level 3

Civil Engineering should familiarise themselves with the content of those Level 2 modules as soon as possible.


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EG-326 Engineering of FoundationCredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: This module focuses on basic principles and methodologies for analysis and design of

engineering foundations. Mechanical concepts underlying the bearing capacity and serviceability are established from

the continuum mechanics principles, and applied to the design of engineering foundations. Both shallow and deep

foundations are considered, subject to different soil characteristics, loading conditions and construction techniques.

Basic techniques of design for realistic foundations will be established by employing the Eurocode.

Pre-requisite Modules: EG-223; EG-321



Format: Lectures 2 hours per week. Example Classes 1 hour per week. Directed private study 3 hours per week.

Lecturer(s): Professor D Peric


Assessment Description: Examination 1 - Standard 2 hour university examination worth 100% final mark.

This is a closed book examination.

Failure Redemption: Exam re-sits according to university regulations.

A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark.

Assessment Feedback: Examination 1 - Standard university exam feedback form.

Module Content: Review of soil mechanics: effective stress principle; drained and undrained conditions; overburden

pressure [2]

Bearing capacity of shallow foundations: Failure types in the soil: General shear, punch and local failure. Methods for

the evaluation of the bearing capacity for general shear failure type: Upper and Lower Bound methods. [9]

Bearing capacity equations: Hansen equation. Influence of depth, footing geometry, water table; bearing capacity of

footings on sands and on layered soils. [6]

Settlement analyses of shallow foundations: Total and differential settlement. Settlements of footings on clay deposits:

Stress analysis beneath shallow foundations; Immediate settlement; Consolidation settlement. Settlements of footings

on sand deposits: Schmertmann method. Settlement of footings on layered soils; allowable settlement; accuracy of

settlement predictions. [7]

Piled foundations: Types of piled foundations: Bored piles and driven piles. Base resistance and shaft friction.

Negative skin friction. Capacity of pile groups. [6]

Intended Learning Outcomes: At the conclusion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate:

A knowledge and understanding of: Basic principles underlying bearing capacity and settlement of shallow and deep

(piled) foundations.

An ability to (thinking skills): Identify possible failure mechanisms and assess causes of excessive settlements of

foundations.

An ability to (practical skills): Design shallow (strip/pad) or deep (pile) foundation so that it has an adequate margin

of safety against collapse, distinguishing between ultimate (general or local shear failure) and allowable bearing

capacity. Predict the likely settlement of a simple shallow foundation during the working life of the structure being

supported, distinguishing between immediate and long-term settlement.

Reading List: Tomlinson, Foundation Design and Construction, Pearson Education, 2001.ISBN: 978-0130311801

Tomlinson, MJ and Woodward, Pile Design and Construction Practice, Spon Press, 2007.ISBN: 978-0415385824

Bowles, Foundation Analysis and Design, McGraw-Hill International, 1995.ISBN: 978-0079122476

Powrie, Soil Mechanics: Concepts and Applications, Taylor & Francis, 2009.ISBN: 978-0415311564

Atkinson, The Mechanics of Soils and Foundations, Taylor & Francis, 2007.ISBN: 978-0415362559

Barnes, Soil Mechanics: Principles and Practice, Palgrave Macmillan, 2010.ISBN: 978-0230579804

Additional Reading List: Lecture notes and handouts by D Peric.

Additional Notes: This module particularly builds on the work of Level 2 module EG-223 (Soil Mechanics) and EG-

321 (Geomechanics). Therefore it may not be suitable for visiting and exchange students, unless student has prior

knowledge of geomechanics equivalent to modules EG-223 and EG-321.

Failure to sit an examination or submit work by the specified date will result in a mark of 0% being recorded.


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EG-328 Superstructure DesignCredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: This module aims to develop design techniques for large scale steel and concrete

structures and applications.

Pre-requisite Modules: EG-222; EG-224; EG-225






Lecturer(s): Dr. BCL Lau


Assessment Description: 20% project work in 2 No. individual assignments. Remaining 80% of the module marks

are obtained by means of a 2-hour end of teaching block Closed Book examination.

This module operates on a zero tolerance policy for late submission/plagiarism/collusion/commissioning of

coursework i.e. zero marks awarded.

Failure Redemption: In line with College of Engineering progression regulations, if students who will study MEng

or MSc and fail to pass EG-328 in the first sit examination (January) may be permitted to sit a supplementary

examination in August of the same year, at the discretion of the Civil Engineering Portfolio Director.

Assessment Feedback: Individual oral or written feedback will be given on coursework, prior to the January

examination. Examination feedback will be provided via the College of Engineering online feedback system,

reflecting on the class performance as a whole to individual exam questions.

Module Content: - Structural behaviour of frame structures, qualitative understanding of bending moment and shear

force diagrams [1]

Steel Design to BS EN 1993

- Revision of section classification, design of fully restrained beams, and beams subjected to lateral torsional buckling

[2]

- Plastic design and analysis of portal frame [3]

- Design of columns with combined axial and bending [2]

- Framing of single storey and multi-storey steelwork buildings, braced and unbraced buildings [3]

Concrete Design to BS EN 1992- Reinforced concrete frame buildings with shear walls and lift cores [2]

- Reinforced concrete liquid retaining structures, its applications, performance criteria, crack width calculations due to

flexure, early thermal and shrinkage effects. [3]

- Reinforced concrete retaining walls - types of wall, pressure acting on wall, principal modes of failure and their

factors of safety. Design of cantilever retaining walls. [4]

- The use of sustainable materials in construction industry [2]

Intended Learning Outcomes: Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to

demonstrate:

A knowledge and understanding of:

Basic design considerations for design of steelwork, reinforced concrete structures, an understanding of buckling andimportance of restraint in steel structures, failure modes of retaining walls, performance criteria of liquid retaining

structures.

Reading List: C.Arya, (R) Design of Structural Elements, Spon Press, 2009.

SCI, (R) Steel Designer's Manual , Blackwell Publishing, 2003.

Lawrence Martin and John Purkiss, (R) Structural Design of Steelwork to BS EN 1993 and BS EN 1994, Butterworth-

Heinemann.ISBN: 13: 978-0-7506-5060-1

MacGinley and Ang , (R) Structural steelwork design limit state theory , -.

Nethercot, (R) Limit State design of structural steelwork, -.

R.K Westbrook, Design Examples to EC3 Structural Steelwork, Pearson Higher Education & Professional.ISBN:

0582013100

J.H. Bungey, W.H. Mosley, R. Hulse, Reinforced Concrete Design to Eurocode 2, Palgrave Macmillan.ISBN:0230500714

R.F Craig, Craig's Soil Mechanic, Spon Press, 2004.ISBN: 978-0-415-32703-9

M.J. Tomlinson, Foundation Design & Construction, Longman Scientific.ISBN: 0130311804

Additional Reading List: None


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Additional Notes: This module particularly builds on the work of Level 2 modules EG-222 and EG-224. Therefore it

may not be suitable for visiting and exchange students, unless student has prior knowledge of structural analysis and

design equivalent to modules EG-222 and EG-224. Similarly, students entering directly to Level 3 Civil Engineering

should familiarise themselves with the content of those Level 2 modules as soon as possible.

The student of best performance of this module (including attendance) will receive the "Atkins Superstructure Design

Prize"


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EG-329 Hydrology and Unsteady FlowCredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: The module aims to help civil engineering students acquire the necessary knowledge

and the practical skills of engineering hydrology which includes; 1. Introduction of important concepts in hydrology,

such as hydrological cycle, rainfall runoff process, hydrological design; 2. Ensuring students to be able to solve

common hydrological problems following the general practice guideline in engineering hydrology; 3. Encouraging

critical thinking on issues related to development and sustainability issues, with special emphasis on water supply

problems under the global change impacts.




Format: Lectures 2 hours per week (weeks 1--8)

Example classes 1 hour per week (weeks 1-8)

Directed private study 3 hours per week (weeks 1-8)

Directed private study 6 hours per week (weeks 9-12)

Lecturer(s): Dr. Y Xuan


Assessment Description: A close-book examination after teaching block 2 with 100% contribution to the final mark.

Failure Redemption: Exam resits according to university regulation.

A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark.

Assessment Feedback: Examination 1 - Standard university exam feedback form.

Module Content: Hydrological cycle and water budget [1]; Precipitation analysis and design storms [2];

Evaporation and transpiration [2]; Infiltration and effective rainfall [1]

Flood estimation [1]; GIS and catchment analysis - introduction and computer labs [4]

Rainfall runoff modelling and Unit Hydrograph [3];River routing and reservoir routing [3]

Introduction to hydrological modelling [1]; Hydrological modelling.[3]

Climate change, sustainability and risks [1]

Intended Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of the module, students should be able to:

1. demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:

hydrological cycle and key hydrological processes such as precipitation, evapo-transpiration, infiltration, runoff;

rainfall-runoff relationship; water budget and water supply using reservoirs; design storm and flood estimation; floodrouting; risk analysis; hydrological modelling; climate change and sustainability issues and the impact on water

resources.

2. apply key engineering methods to solve water problems relating to civil engineering:

(1) Water use budgeting ;(2) Catchment analysis using GIS; (3) Design storms and estimating flood; (4) Water

demand analysis and estimate suitable reservoir size; (5) Using Unit Hydrograph to predict runoff process; (6) Flood

routing in open channel flow and reservoir routing; (7) Use computer-based hydrological models;(8) Risk analysis for

extreme hydrological events; (9) Address the sustainability issues associated with water supply, land use change and

climate change impacts.

Reading List: E.M. Wilson, (R) Engineering Hydrology, MacMillan, 1990.ISBN: 9780333517178

Ven Te Chow, (R) Open-channel Hydraulics, Blackburn Press, 2008.ISBN: 9781932846188

P. Bedient and W. Huber, (F) Hydrology and Floodplain Analysis, Prentice Hall, 2008.ISBN: 9780132422864Shaw, Hydrology in Practice, Van Nostrand Reinhold (International), 1988.ISBN: 0278000614


Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.


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EG-353 Research ProjectCredits: 30 Session: 2012/13 Semester 1 and 2 (Sep-Jun Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: The module involves the application of scientific and engineering principles to the

solution of a practical problem associated with engineering systems and processes [EA2]. The student will gain

experience in working independently on a substantial, individually assigned task, using accepted planning procedures.

It will require and develop self-organisation and the critical evaluation of options and results, as well as developing

technical knowledge in the chosen topic.




Format: Formal Lectures 16 hours;

Directed private study (incl. meetings with supervisors 284 hours

Lecturer(s): Dr. CP Jobling

Assessment: Coursework 1 (67%)

Coursework 2 (33%)

Assessment Description: Coursework 1 (67%)

The 'Engineer as a Practitioner and Scientist'

- Preliminary feedback stage: First draft of research paper (8 pages) for formalized review and feedback. (Not marked)

- Oral examination: Final draft of research paper, plus presentation and defence. (Marked)

Coursework 2 (33%)

The 'Engineer as a Professional' including

- Project Plan

- Risk Assessment

- Progress Report

- Log Book

- Full personal CV

- Report describing how the project can be used to enhance employability

NB Project Plan, Risk assessment, progress report will be assessed during the course of the project. All other

components will be assessed in May. Full assessment criteria will be on Blackboard accessible though "My Grades"Failure Redemption: Repeat failed module with a new research topic and/or new supervisor.

Assessment Feedback: Most feedback will be delivered via meetings with supervisors.

There will be a formal opportunity to submit a first draft of the project 8-page paper for preliminary review to

i) provide feedback to the student and

ii) provide the student with an opportunity to make modifications to the paper before final submission.

A formal feedback procedure for the research project will be developed by the College of Engineering and is likely to

take the form of a summary of the student's performance as measured against the formal assessment criteria with

comments from the supervisor and second marker. For efficiency, it it likely that this will be delivered orally this at

the end of the formal viva.


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Module Content: - The nature of the research project varies from one student to another. The allotted project may

involve survey of literature, theoretical or experimental studies and computational studies. The academic staff of the

College of Engineering will produce a list of project descriptors and students will be given a chance to select a project

- usually over the summer before the start of the academic year.

- Each student will be provided with an individual project and a supervisor. It is recommended that students meet their

supervisors at least once a fortnight to discuss progress. Each student must keep a logbook and this should be signed

by the supervisor at these meetings. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that the logbook is signed.

- Briefings on risk assessment, project management, research techniques, record keeping, report preparation and

presentation skills will be given. Precise assessment criteria, deadlines, submission formats and instructions will be

disseminated via the Blackboard web site.

- A risk assessment for the project will be carried out in consultation with the supervisor and signed-off by the student.

- A project plan with stated aims, objectives and targets will be prepared by the student. The project plan must be

submitted by the end of October,. A progress report (2 pages) summarizing progress against the plan is submitted at

the end of the first term.

- A final report in the form of a Journal article (8 pages max) will be submitted for review before the end of the spring

term and final, "camera ready copy", taking account of reviewer's comments, must be submitted by the second

Monday following the Easter vacation.

- Each student will attend an individual 30 minute viva voce examination at the end of the project period with 2

members of academic staff. A suitable presentation (10 minutes) should be prepared. At this time, the logbook will be

inspected by the examiners.

- A full personal CV must be completed and a report on how the dissertation has enhanced the student's employabilitywill be prepared and assessed.

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to operate in each of these three

modes:

Engineer as Practitioner

- define a project specifying the aims, objectives and realistic targets;

- construct a project schedule and work to that schedule;

- synthesize the various activities associated with the project;

- evaluate available options, including budgetary considerations where relevant, and choose appropriate solutions;

- propose the development of a technical subject in some depth, largely on your own initiative and carry this out,

- prepare a journal article summarizing your work and submitting it for review.

Engineer as Scientist- write a technical report in the form of a short (8 page) journal article.

- compose an oral presentation (plus PowerPoint) on the progress of your project and the results obtained and defend it

against critical appraisal;

Engineer as Professional

- create a project plan, perform risk assessment and report on progress;

- keep a log-book to record developments and progress;

- prepare for employment by writing a full personal CV and reflecting on the benefits of the project in enhancing your

employability.

Reading List: Judth Bell, Doing your research project, Open University Press, 2005.ISBN: 9780335215041

R. Barrass, Scientists Must Write, Routledge, 2002.ISBN: 9780415269964

J. E. Mauch & J. W Birch, Guide to the Successful Thesis and Dissertation : a Handbook for Students and Faculty, M.Dekker, 1993.

Additional Reading List: Palgrave McMillan Skills4Study Campus on Writing Skills, Critical Thinking Skills and

Referencing and Plagiarism

and access to ISS-Provided Information on Doing Research in Engineering will be provided via the Blackboard

module site.

Additional Notes: Only available to students following an Engineering Degree Programme. There are five

compulsory submissions (a project plan and risk assessment; a progress report; an 8-page research paper, log book;

evidence of preparation for employment). In addition, attendance at a viva examination at which the project results

will be presented and the research paper defended is a compulsory part of the assessment. The College of Engineering

has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of coursework and continuous assessment.


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EGA304 Civil Engineering Design Practice IICredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: This module aims to develop skills in civil and structural engineering design through

project-based learning.


Co-requisite Modules: EG-325; EG-326; EG-328


Format: Lectures (demonstrations) 2 hours per week



Lecturer(s): Mr. KJ Rogers

Assessment: Other (Coursework) (18%)

Other (Coursework) (14%)




Assessment Description: This coursework is conducted and assessed in groups.

5% of the module marks will be allocated for assessing sustainability input into the project.

Failure Redemption: As the module is assessed solely through group coursework submitted, the redemption of an

individual student failure would be based on terms set out the the Module Co-ordinator and the Civil EngineeringPortfolio Director, as deemed necessary on a case by case basis.

Assessment Feedback: If deemed necessary, some groups may also be invited to a formal group interview at the end

of each project, so that a fair distribution of marks may be awarded within the group.

Module Content: - Steelwork and reinforced concrete Familiarisation with commercial software for the analysis and

design of reinforced concrete and steelwork members to BS EN 1992, BS EN 1993[4]

- Geotechnics: Examples on shallow and pile foundations. Settlement calculations. Use of relevant Eurocode

references to do design calculations. Preparation of final design details [4]

- Water Engineering: Examples of drainage systems. Use of BS in the drainage calculations. Preparation of final

design report.

- Determination of dead, and imposed other loads from Eurocode Standards,and earth and water pressures (using

software), determination of rainwater run-off and geotechnical parameters [2]- Using software as 'expert detailer' for steelwork, reinforced concrete and foundation drawings. Editing HPGL

drawings for translation to DXF format for use in Project drawings [2]

- Sustainability in design, measurement of Carbon footprint in the building structure during the main project; using

industry standard guidelines. Looking at the design to reduce carbon in construction and consideration of 'whole-life'

construction. Assessing design materials and design options during the conept project to provide a sustainable solution

to a real life project. Application of SUDS in drainage design for a specific site layout [3]

- Examples and guidance [4]

Intended Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and understanding of: design considerations for design of steelwork,

reinforced concrete (liquid-retaining), foundations and drainage systems; the design process and the data required for

design.

Thinking skills: visualise structural form to identify problems, and to disassemble a structure for element design.Make planning and design decisions by utilising knowledge of steel, reinforced concrete, geotechnics and fluids for

design calculations by hand or commercial software.

Practical skills: use working knowledge of Eruocode Standards to check or 'size' elements for final designs.

Awareness or 'feel' for expected sizes; critical scrutiny of calculations. Communication of design decisions by

production of formal drawings using 'detailer' software and AUTOCAD.

Key skills: Work as a team member including working to deadlines, with sufficient logistical skill to work through a

problem from scratch, by building up information from BS, Eurocode and other sources. To study, manage project

time, 'learn' software and effectively take notes.

Reading List: R.K Westbrook, (R) Design Examples to Ec3 Structural Steelwork, Pearson Higher Education &

Professional Group.ISBN: ISBN 0582013100

M.J. Tomlinson, (R) Foundation Design & Construction, Longman Scientific.ISBN: ISBN 0-13-031180-4B.S. Massey, (R) Mechanics of Fluids, Van Nostrad Reinhold.ISBN: 0-415-36204-0

Alan Hayward, Frank Weare and A.C. Oakhill, (R) Steel Detailer's Manual, Wiley-Blackwell.ISBN: 0-632-05572-3

(R) Reinforced Concrete Design to EuroCode 2, 6th Edition, Palgrave Macmillan.ISBN: 0230500714

David Butler and John Davies, Urban Drainage.



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Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.

Penalty for late project submissions - zero tolerance.

Practical work: Practical demonstration classes and lecture hours to help with understanding of design work (linked to

modules EG-328, EG-325) and project work. Studnets to familiarise themselves with the requirements of British and

Eurocode Standards and with software in design.

Project work:

(a) One integrated design project , in groups, comprisiong steeel and reinforced design claculations and drawings for

an industrial-type structure. Drawings produced on AUTOCAD and from HPGL files.

(b) One conceptual design group project, as guided by industrial contacts.

Project work submissions will be phased for marking to ensure satisfactory progress by each member of the group.

Practicals may be intermixed with lecture hours.

Notes from approprate Steel Detailer references and the Standard Method of detailing reinforced concrete available on

request to students by the lecturer involved.


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EGA331 Coastal processes and engineeringCredits: 10 Session: 2012/13 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Teaching Block)

Module Description / Aims: This module provides an introduction to the subject of coastal engineering. It provides

an overview of the main physical processes that shape the coastal environment and the wider context of coastal

engineering, together with the underlying tidal theory, wave transformation methods and sediment transport concepts.

The programme will consist of a series of lectures and examples classes.

Pre-requisite Modules: EG 201



Format: Lectures 2 hours/week

Example classes 1hour/week


Lecturer(s): Dr. HU Karunarathna, Professor DE Reeve

Assessment: Coursework 1 (25%)

Examination 1 (Written examination) (75%)

Assessment Description: Coursework 1 - written submission (25%)

Closed Book Examination (75%)

Failure Redemption: Resits over summer period.

Assessment Feedback: Feedback on coursework via written comments and comments in class

Feedback on exam via normal procedure; in subsequent years via overview of generic issues arising from previous

examinations

Module Content: Introduction: historical context, the coastal environment, context of design, hard and soft

engineering options for coastal defence and their effects on the coastal environment, concepts of sustainability in

coastal management.

Theory of tides: equilibrium tidal theory; classification of tides; tidal analysis; tidal prediction; dynamic theory of

tides

Linear wave theory: derivation of airy wave equations; water particle motions; approximations for 'deep' and 'shallow'

water; energy, power and group velocity; refraction, shoaling, reflection, diffraction and breaking; wave-induced

currents; set-up and set-down; nonlinear theories.

Water level variations: tides; surge; sea level rise; tsunamisConcepts in sediment transport: basic concepts; cross-shore and longshore transport equations

Intended Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of:

*Equilibrium theory of tides; tidal analysis; tidal prediction methods; classification of tides; limitations of equilibrium

theory

* Linear wave theory; wave transformations including refraction, shoaling, reflection, diffraction and breaking; wave-

induced currents; wave set-up, set-down; limitations of linear theory

* Surge; causes and components

* Tsunamis; causes, propagation, characteristics

* Basic concepts in sediment transport; examples of cross shore transport and long shore transport equations

Reading List: Reeve, Chadwick & Fleming, Coastal Engineering: Processes, theory and design practice, Spon press,

2012.ISBN: 978-0-415-58353-4Additional Reading List:

Additional Notes: Module code reserved by d.e.reeve on 21/05/2012 14:07:06

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