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MODULE TITLE	Digital Analysis	CREDIT VALUE	30
MODULE CODE	ENGM038	MODULE CONVENER	Dr Alessandro Tombari (Coordinator)

DURATION: TERM	1	2	3
DURATION: WEEKS	11	11	0

Number of Students Taking Module (anticipated)	20

DESCRIPTION - summary of the module content

Gaining a thorough insight in to your building, before it is built is essential, so that as an engineer you can select the most appropriate materials, stable framing and efficient connections, that will make your project a success. Selecting the correct software, and then being able to operate it competently will streamline and safeguard your design. This module will allow you to develop your computer analysis skills so that you can create analytical building models, and then make sensible design decisions, given the correct information. You will then be able to apply these analytical findings back to the real world, to deliver a great project.

AIMS - intentions of the module

On completion of this module you will understand the strengths and weaknesses of a variety of analytical techniques, and be able to select the most appropriate for the task at hand. You will be able to carry out analysis using digital tools, to assist you in creating a successful design.

INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILOs) (see assessment section below for how ILOs will be assessed)

On successful completion of this module you should be able to:

Module Specific Skills and Knowledge

1. Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, statistics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of complex problems;
2. Formulate and analyse complex problems to reach substantiated conclusions;

3. Use engineering judgment to work with information that may be uncertain or incomplete, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed.

Discipline Specific Skills and Knowledge

4. Select and apply appropriate computational and analytical techniques to model complex problems, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed;
5. Select and critically evaluate technical literature and other sources of information to solve complex problems;

6. Apply an integrated or systems approach to the solution of complex problems;

7. Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate complex problems.

Personal and Key Transferable / Employment Skills and Knowledge

8. Communicate effectively on complex engineering matters with technical and non-technical audiences, evaluating the effectiveness of the methods used;
9. Plan and record self-learning and development as the foundation for lifelong learning/CPD.

SYLLABUS PLAN - summary of the structure and academic content of the module

Whilst the precise content may vary from year to year, it is envisaged that the syllabus will cover all or some of the following topics:

Visualisation of Force Diagrams, Stability and Static Equilibrium
Material Properties and Parameters
Complexity of Analysis, Elasticity, Plasticity, and Finite Element Analysis
Estimation
Digital Analytical Modelling (AutoDesk Robot)
Integration of BIM and Analytical Models
Effective Dissemination of Information (AutoCAD, PDF, REVIT)

LEARNING AND TEACHING

LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS (given in hours of study time)

Scheduled Learning & Teaching Activities	88.00	Guided Independent Study	212.00	Placement / Study Abroad	0.00

DETAILS OF LEARNING ACTIVITIES AND TEACHING METHODS

Category	Hours of study time	Description
Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities	44	Lectures (22 x 2 hours)
Scheduled Learning and Teaching activities	44	Workshops (22 x 2 hours)
Guided independent study	56	Research and wider reading
Guided independent study	56	Preparation for workshops
Guided independent study	100	Module assessments

ASSESSMENT

FORMATIVE ASSESSMENT - for feedback and development purposes; does not count towards module grade

Form of Assessment	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Worksheets during workshop sessions		1-9	Answer sheets

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT (% of credit)

Coursework	100	Written Exams	0	Practical Exams	0

DETAILS OF SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT

Form of Assessment	% of Credit	Size of Assessment (e.g. duration/length)	ILOs Assessed	Feedback Method
Individual coursework 1	20	10 pages of A4	1-9	Written
Individual coursework 2	30	15 pages of A4	1-9	Written
Complex Group Project	50	25 pages of A4	1-9	Written

DETAILS OF RE-ASSESSMENT (where required by referral or deferral)

Original Form of Assessment	Form of Re-assessment	ILOs Re-assessed	Time Scale for Re-assessment
Individual coursework 1	Individual coursework 1 (10 pages of A4)	1-9	Referral/deferral period
Individual coursework 2	Individual coursework 2 (10 pages of A40	1-9	Referral/deferral period
Complex Group Project	Complex Analysis Project (14 pages of A4)	1-9	Referral/deferral period

RE-ASSESSMENT NOTES

Deferral – if you have been deferred for any assessment you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of deferral will not be capped and will be treated as it would be if it were your first attempt at the assessment.

Referral – if you have failed the module overall (i.e. a final overall module mark of less than 50%) you will be expected to submit the relevant assessment. The mark given for a re-assessment taken as a result of referral will be capped at 50%.

Where there are practical reasons why the original form of assessment on a module cannot be replicated for referral or deferral purposes, an alternative form of assessment must be used. Examples of when this approach is justified include where the original assessment relied on fieldwork, group work, access to specialist equipment, or input from visiting staff; or where the process of assessment throughout the module was intricate, involving many assessments. The method of reassessment should address as many of the module’s intended learning outcomes as is possible.

RESOURCES

INDICATIVE LEARNING RESOURCES - The following list is offered as an indication of the type & level of
information that you are expected to consult. Further guidance will be provided by the Module Convener

Basic reading:

Structural Analysis and Design of Tall Buildings: Steel and Composite Construction, B. Taranath , ISBN 9781439850893.

Reading list for this module:

There are currently no reading list entries found for this module.

CREDIT VALUE	30	ECTS VALUE	15

PRE-REQUISITE MODULES	None
CO-REQUISITE MODULES	None

NQF LEVEL (FHEQ)	7	AVAILABLE AS DISTANCE LEARNING	No
ORIGIN DATE	Monday 14 November 2022	LAST REVISION DATE	Thursday 25 January 2024

KEY WORDS SEARCH	Force Diagrams, Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, Estimation, Models

ENGM038 - Digital Analysis (2023)