Unit information: Structures and Materials 2 in 2014/15

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Unit name Structures and Materials 2
Unit code AENG21200
Credit points 20
Level of study I/5
Teaching block(s) Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24)
Unit director Dr. Rahatekar
Open unit status Not open
Pre-requisites

AENG11200, AENG11300, EMAT 10100

Co-requisites

EMAT 20200

School/department School of Civil, Aerospace and Design Engineering
Faculty Faculty of Science and Engineering

Description including Unit Aims

An introduction to finite element analysis, non symmetric beam analysis and 2D stress-strain analysis, load estimating, flight envelopes and airworthiness requirements, material phase composition and microstructure of equilibrium and non-equilibrium systems.

Intended Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of the unit the student will be able to: • understand and apply numerical (finite element) and analytical methods of solutions to bar and beam structures using manual or computer techniques; • carry out 2D stress-strain analysis; • analyse beams with arbitrary shape and loading; • interpret common forms of equilibrium diagrams; • predict the composition and microstructure of equilibrium and non-equilibrium alloy systems; • demonstrate an introductory knowledge of possible strengthening mechanisms, together with specific knowledge of some metal alloy systems which are important in an engineering context and general experimental techniques. • make load estimates and construct and interpret flight envelopes for airworthiness requirements.

Teaching Information

Lectures, examples classes and laboratories.

Assessment Information

20% - Assessed Coursework on Finite Element analysis, Material Selections, Metallic Alloy Microstructure and Beam Loading Response. 80% - 3 Hour examination in May/June, 5 questions to be answered out of 8

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