This module presents you with real-world problems that requires the application of engineering principles. Every construction project needs to be feasible, whether it is the cost, the workforce required, or the timescale set. Without reviewing this, a project could quickly fail. Here you will start with the feasibility stage of a built environment project. After an introduction to the project and the definition of the deliverable deadlines you will work in groups using an integrated approach to produce a project plan for your work, organising it for the trimester ahead of you. This includes the identification of key stakeholders and regulators, the production of a topographical survey of the project site, and collection of relevant data though field and laboratory work. You’ll use this information to produce a site investigation report which will be the basis for the feasibility study. Under the wider topic of hydrology and flood risk assessment you’ll learn and apply the fundamentals of flood hydrology. You will learn to develop the necessary site-related engineering surveying skills, both through the theoretical understanding and a hands-on practice in the use of surveying instruments as part of your project. You will perform a site investigation that involves a systematic way of gathering information about geological conditions, characteristics of in-situ soil condition, and other environmental factors affecting your study site. The Live Brief task within your project gives you the opportunity to work with professionals within the Civil Engineering industry. You’ll receive guidance, support and feedback from professionals in the industry.
View the full module definitionStart your journey to becoming a professional engineer and discover the wide range of applications and disciplines related to engineering. By gaining insight into career opportunities at this early stage in the course you can follow your interests throughout your study. You'll learn about the role of engineering in society, including environmental issues, and sustainability, looking at ethical issues in engineering and the importance of marketing, commercial understanding, engineering standards, and legal aspects of pursuing a career in engineering. You will cover the history of engineering, motivating you with inspiring successes that have changed human life forever, as well as critically learning lessons from failures. Through this module you may get the opportunity to visit manufacturing and engineering companies and to start to think and critically analyse as an engineer, discovering how to break down complex systems into parts and subparts in engineering terms so that you can simplify complex systems. Visits by guest lecturers from industry and/or appropriate professional bodies will also be encouraged, as will a visit to an engineering company. You'll be encouraged to join your appropriate professional bodies and use the advantages from this throughout your course.
View the full module definitionDevelop the underpinning engineering mathematical skills needed to solve technical and applied problems. The mathematical skills are essential for the successful completion of your project and knowledge-based modules. The module will focus on teaching mathematics while solving applied engineering problems, formulas, and expressions. Algebraic skills will also be extensively developed to carry out mathematical analyses and solve engineering problems. The module will include algebraic skills, trigonometry, vectors, geometry, basic calculus, and their application to solving practical engineering problems. The teaching of this module includes introducing external self-learning and assessment tools in mathematics, allowing flexible and independent learning. The module will be assessed with reference to the application of mathematics in engineering problems.
View the full module definitionThe module is about static structural mechanics, which is also known as statics. It is a branch of mechanics that analyses forces and their effects on rigid bodies at rest or in equilibrium. It focuses on studying structures and systems under static loads, where the forces acting on the object are balanced and do not cause motion. Static structural mechanics is an essential engineering discipline used in various engineering fields, including civil engineering and mechanical engineering. It is used to design and analyse structures, machines, and systems; thus, the principle is used to analyse the forces acting on structures such as bridges, buildings, and trusses. In this module, you will learn about structures' support and internal reactions to ensure systems are balanced and in equilibrium, which helps designing safe and stable structures.
View the full module definitionThis module covers the fundamentals of hand sketching, the creation of 2D drawings using Computer Aided Design (CAD), and the use of Building Information Modelling (BIM) in civil engineering. By developing a strong foundation in design aspects and the creation of drawings, you'll be better equipped to undertake later modules where design aspects and technical drawings are required. Upon completion of this module, you will have the skills and competencies necessary to apply BIM software to real-world scenarios such as designing and creating drawings for building structures, and other infrastructure projects. The knowledge and skills from this module are essential for other modules where design aspects account for significant weightings. The module provides the up-to-date BIM standards and best practices for civil engineering, which are essential skills for employability in the civil engineering industry.
View the full module definitionThis module will focus on the initial design, where you'll be required to carry out investigations into the suitability of various materials for the construction of elements of the project, taking into account not only the mechanical properties of these materials but also sustainability and economic considerations. You’ll gather and analyse laboratory data on the mechanical properties of various construction materials and use different statistical approaches for an informed sampling, and quality control. You will analyse and design a simple structure in this project, applying basic static and design principles to define the dimensions of the structural elements. In addition, you’ll construct an element of the project which will develop your skills relating to the programming of the construction process, health and safety management (CDM Regulations), and teamwork, where you will develop an inclusive and supportive culture to achieve your project’s goals. You’ll also be working on a construction project for a first-hand construction experience. The Live Brief task within your project gives you the opportunity to work with professionals within the Civil Engineering industry. You will receive guidance, support and feedback from professionals in the industry.
View the full module definitionDevelop your understanding on the principles and methods of structural design to the current Codes of Practices. Evaluate and resolve practical engineering problems and design structural members in accordance with Structural Eurocodes and by looking at past failures. Reinforce your knowledge and understanding of the effect of design assumptions on the safety of a structure and economy of its construction. Your knowledge and skills obtained from the class will be immediately applied to the design project of green bridges in trimester one. You'll learn how to use software package to perform structural design and critically compare your manual design with those using a software package. You’ll apply the principles of construction management and contract administration to the project to develop a sequence and management for your construction project as well as a method statement. You’ll also consider the financial implications, resources and contract management necessary for the project.
View the full module definitionEnhance your ability to analyse challenges within the built environment. By applying engineering principles, theories and mathematical concepts, you’ll gain valuable insights into addressing complex issues. Additionally, this module aims to broaden your perspective on built environment projects by emphasising sustainability as a fundamental value. Key Aspects of the Module: Integration of Sustainability: We recognise sustainability as a core pillar. Throughout the course, you’ll explore how environmental, social and financial considerations intersect with engineering solutions. Strands of Civil Engineering: Drawing from your knowledge of civil engineering, particularly in structures and geotechnics, you’ll propose conceptual designs. These designs will undergo critical assessment to evaluate their suitability. Sustainable Design Assessment: Your proposed designs will be evaluated for sustainability. This assessment will guide you in identifying areas for improvement while ensuring alignment with environmental goals. You’ll collaborate within teams to complete your project. The collective effort and diverse perspectives will enrich your experience. ARU Live Brief’s partners and Civil Engineering team will support you during this process to make sure you are provided with the guidance and mentorship you need throughout the module.
View the full module definitionRuskin Modules are designed to prepare our students for a complex, challenging and changing future. These interdisciplinary modules provide the opportunity to further broaden your perspectives, develop your intellectual flexibility and creativity. You will work with others from different disciplines to enable you to reflect critically on the limitations of a single discipline to solve wider societal concerns. You will be supported to create meaningful connections across disciplines to apply new knowledge to tackle complex problems and key challenges. Ruskin Modules are designed to grow your confidence, seek and maximise opportunities to realise your potential to give you a distinctive edge and enhance your success in the workplace.
You will be introduced to the principles of fluid mechanics and establish its relevance in civil engineering in the design of pipes and channels. You will cover the principles of hydrostatics and derive and apply equations for calculation of pressures and forces on submerged and partially submerged objects. The principle of flow in networks for water supply and surface water drainage is examined using simple models. Laboratory sessions are used to give you the opportunity to explore the limitations of the mathematical models of fluid behaviour. You will be assessed through a group based lab report covering a series of fluid mechanics experiments and a written examination.
View the full module definitionApplying and building upon the mathematical techniques learnt in ‘Mathematics for Technology 2’, this module will enable you to use mathematical modeling techniques to analyse and improve engineering systems. We’ll introduce vector analysis, and use Laplace transforms to solve first and second order differential equations. You’ll also learn the Fourier series; the mathematical basis for analysing periodical functions as encountered in any area of physics where wave theory is important. Your learning will be assessed using a one-hour in-class test, two-hour examination and a coursework assignment.
View the full module definitionDeepen your understanding of both structural mechanics and structural analysis techniques. In this module you will cover static equilibrium, the resistance of structures to external loads, behaviour of structures under the influence of external loads, internal stresses, internal stress distributions and superposition. You will be introduced to structural deformations and deflections, determinate and indeterminate structures and influence lines. Hand calculation analysis for beams, pin jointed frames and unit load methods will be covered and you will also be introduced to the use of software for structural analysis with an emphasis on the use of hand calculations to support and validate the results obtained using structural analysis packages. You will be expected to show that you can generate structural analysis calculations that are clear and suitable for checking by an independent engineer.
View the full module definitionThis interdisciplinary module takes advantage of the broad range of construction industry skills available in the School of Engineering and the Built Environment. It is designed to give you an opportunity to apply skills and knowledge previously gained throughout your course and to develop your ability to both manage and carry out the design of a small civil engineering project. You will generate a range of engineering solutions, making a considered assessment of each option and to recommend a design proposal. The design scenario for this module will challenge you to integrate your civil engineering design skills into an interdisciplinary design process. While delivering a range of meaningful engineering solutions to the project, your designs will need to consider and balance a broad range of design aspirations such as: maximising site opportunities; delivering a resilient/loose fit design; the three pillars of sustainability; taking advantage of Design For Manufacture and Assembly considerations. You will be expected to demonstrate that you are drawing on and making effective use of your knowledge and understanding from a broad range of civil engineering subject areas including team work communication, engineering analysis, design, construction materials, construction techniques and construction management.
View the full module definitionGain comprehensive knowledge and practical skills in geotechnical engineering analysis and design, coupled with sustainable drainage system integration as a nature-based solution approach within civil engineering projects. Core topics encompass strategic project definition spanning feasibility appraisal, concept design evaluation, and outline design development.You'll gain in-depth expertise in geotechnical modelling, including lateral soil stress calculations, retaining wall design, slope stability assessments, shallow and deep foundation design, and the application of empirical, analytical, and numerical methods adhering to relevant codes of practice. The module also covers site characterisation, sustainable drainage system (SuDS) component analysis, and SuDS design criteria integration. Emphasis is placed on developing essential professional competencies such as effective teamwork, technical communication through report writing, engineering concept application, software utilisation for design analysis, project planning/organization, adaptability, and proficiency in data interpretation.
View the full module definitionThis module enables students to conduct an individual research project in the corresponding (for example, Mechanical, Mechatronics, Robotics, Electronics, Electrical, Medical, Pharmaceutical, etc) Engineering subject area. Students must identify a problem, break it into more manageable components, and critically analyse it. Students will conduct a literature review (review of the current knowledge in the field of choice), formulate research questions, and collect primary data via experimentation, numerical analysis, case study, interviews or questionnaires to perform a qualitative or quantitative analysis. The dissertation must be 8500 words and an oral presentation. The focus will be on critical thinking and organising a significant research thesis/volume with an introduction, methodology, results, discussion, and conclusion. Students will have guest lectures from industry professionals to acknowledge the industry requirements and the latest trends in the engineering enterprise, reaching out to professional bodies such as the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) and the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET). An academic staff member (chosen by students or the module leader) will supervise students. It will be throughout the student's journey working on the dissertation and provide support, advice and recommendations as required. Students will prepare a research proposal (1000-1500 words) that includes the following information: Title, Research Overview, Objectives, Research Context, Research Question, Research Methods, Research Significance and References. Students must also submit the ethics form, CV, and Gantt chart with a detailed explanation of the research development plan and an exit plan focusing on enhancing employability.
View the full module definitionYou will understand the responses of different structures under dynamic actions and the fundamental principles and methods of earthquake resistant design of building structures to Eurocode 8. You will learn about the different type of dynamic loads, the causes and effects of an earthquake and how to carry out the full 3D modelling of a structure under an earthquake using state of the art conceptual and detailed designs of an earthquake resistant structure.
View the full module definitionDevelop your understanding of construction materials and the related construction techniques which are prevalent in the construction industry. You'll enhance your skills in critically evaluating the key properties and key construction methods of civil engineering construction materials in order to make informed and efficient engineering design proposals. Additional aspects of civil engineering materials, manufacture and construction that will be covered include material durability, fire resistance, quality control, recycling / re-use of construction materials, selected construction details such as structural connections and movement joints.
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