Postgraduate Course: Computational Modelling and Approximation in Structural Mechanics (PGEE11011)
Course Outline
School |
School of Engineering |
College |
College of Science and Engineering |
Course type |
Standard |
Availability |
Not available to visiting students |
Credit level (Normal year taken) |
SCQF Level 11 (Postgraduate) |
Credits |
10 |
Home subject area |
Postgrad (School of Engineering) |
Other subject area |
None |
Course website |
None
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Taught in Gaelic? |
No |
Course description |
Review of 2D/3D frame structures - matrix structural analysis; assembly and solution of equations; introduction of approximation via simple 1D model; singular problems; boundary conditions. Stress and strain tensor; linear elastic material law; continuum idealisations (plane stress, plane strain, axisymmetry, plates & shells); Introduction to different finite elements; boundary conditions and loading; modelling guidelines; convergence of solutions; checking of results. |
Entry Requirements
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Co-requisites |
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Prohibited Combinations |
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Other requirements |
None
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Additional Costs |
None |
Course Delivery Information
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Delivery period: 2010/11 Semester 1, Not available to visiting students (SS1)
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WebCT enabled: No |
Quota: None |
Location |
Activity |
Description |
Weeks |
Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Thursday |
Friday |
External To University | Lecture | | 1-11 | | 10:00 - 12:00 | | | |
First Class |
First class information not currently available |
Additional information |
Students will need to travel to Glasgow University (information will be provided by Course organiser) |
Exam Information |
Exam Diet |
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Stationery Requirements |
Comments |
Outwith Standard Exam Diets January | | 2:30 | scripts books from Univty of Glasgow | Open Book Exam. |
Summary of Intended Learning Outcomes
Review of Matrix Structural Analysis for 2D frames.
To introduce students to the concept of approximation.
To introduce students to the Finite Element Method, with specific emphasis on its application to frames and planar linear elastic problems.
To give modelling guidelines with respect to discretisation, boundary conditions, loading, checking of results etc.
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Assessment Information
Project 40%
Tutorials 10%
Exam 50%
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Special Arrangements
None |
Additional Information
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Syllabus |
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Transferable skills |
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Reading list |
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Study Abroad |
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Keywords |
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Contacts
Course organiser |
Dr Asif Usmani
Tel: (0131 6)50 5789
Email: Asif.Usmani@ed.ac.uk |
Course secretary |
Mrs Kim Orsi
Tel: (0131 6)50 5687
Email: Kim.Orsi@ed.ac.uk |
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31 January 2011 8:05 am
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