Civil and Structural Engineering MEng (Hons)

Mathematical Methods and Applications

This L4 module develops a comprehensive foundation in mathematics that is required for describing, modelling, and evaluating science and engineering systems. It reinforces elements of previous mathematical knowledge and develops new mathematical techniques and theory that have applicability to other science and engineering modules, reinforcing the interdisciplinary nature of mathematics underpinning engineering. Students will gain an understanding of a range of mathematical techniques and will develop confidence in applying these to solve various problems. After completing this module, students will be able to select, implement, and assess outcomes of using baseline mathematical tools to evaluate engineering contexts and have an insight into how these tools can support principles of sustainable engineering.

Engineering Materials

This module has been designed to give an introduction to the structure of different materials and how this can be influenced by manufacturing/processing and corresponding changes in properties across various engineering applications. The module also introduces the concepts of stress, strain, equilibrium and deformation, and apply them in the analysis and understanding of simple engineering frames and structures.

Thermofluids 1

This L4 module provides students with fundamental knowledge and understanding of the composite subject of Thermofluids, comprising two important branches of engineering, Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics. Thermodynamics is the study of energy and energy transformation and is widely applicable to all branches of engineering involving work being done, heat being transferred and material phase changes. Fluid mechanics is the study of fluid behaviour at rest and in motion, and has a wide range of applications in mechanical, chemical, civil and biomedical engineering systems.

The module is designed to allow students to apply the fundamental principles of physics and mathematics to real engineering processes by the applying thermodynamic principles and fluid mechanics. On successful completion of the module, students will be equipped with the ability implement core thermodynamics and fluids principles to engineering processes. This knowledge will feed into more advanced study in core L5 discipline-specific modules.

Computer Aided Engineering

The module aims to provide a working understanding of computer aided design, analysis and simulation techniques applicable to Chemical, Civil, Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering through the use of industry standard Computer Aided Engineering software. The developed knowledge and understanding forms the foundation in computer aided engineering methods which will be utilised throughout all stages of study in all engineering disciplines. After successfully completing this module, students will be able to apply core computer aided engineering techniques to design and analysis tasks within their field of study.

Design, Build and Test (Civil and Structural)

(1) To develop problem-solving skills through applied project work.

(2) To develop team working - both discipline specific and interdisciplinary in compliance with EDI principles, time management and communication skills.

(3) To introduce experimental techniques in engineering and technology.

(4) To develop understanding of professionalism, engineering ethics, EDI, health and safety, security and sustainability.

Electronics and Mechanics

1. To develop an understanding of basic electrical and electronic circuits, mechanical Energy dynamics and the laws which govern their behaviours.

2. To provide the student with a clear and thorough understanding of the theory and applications of engineering mechanics for dynamical systems.

3. To consolidate the theoretical part of the module in a series of lab work, and improve their individual skills and understanding.

Design Of Steel And Concrete Structures

This module aims to introduce the students with the practical aspects of structural engineering design. The main aim is to equip the student with the tools and principle for the design of steel and concrete structural elements.

Following the successful completion of this module, the students should be able to use the first principles and structural Eurocodes to design structural steelwork and concrete elements, showing essential skills required for employment as a structural engineer.

Engineering Mathematics and Machine Learning

Building on content from the level 4 module ENM4004-B, this level 5 module extends calculus-based analysis to systems depending upon several variables and discusses the development of several specialised approaches to analysing a selection of generic and more complex engineering contexts, further reinforcing the interdisciplinary nature of mathematics underpinning engineering. On a broader level, students will begin to understand the premise that analytical (deterministic) and machine learning and statistics methods are components of a larger integrated tool kit for complementing discipline-based knowledge towards developing good engineering outcomes. Students will develop confidence in applying the methodologies to solve various problems. After completing this module, students will be able to select, implement, and assess outcomes of using more advanced mathematical tools to evaluate engineering contexts and strengthen their insight from level 4 on how analytical tools can support principes of sustainable engineering.

Soil Mechanics

To be able to explain the behaviour of different soils, and the factors influencing their behaviour. To introduce and develop understanding of mechanical properties related to strength, compressibility, and permeability of soils in accordance with UNSDGs (11, 12, 13). To be able to quantify these properties to predict how soil will behave under field loading for the safe design of soil structures (e.g., buildings, embankments, dams, waste containment liners, highway base courses, etc.), as well as other structures that will overly the soil in accordance with H&S principles.

Water Engineering

Water is an important element in life. This module aims to study problems and day-to-day occurrences for fluid and water that relevant to sustainability and society.

The aims include:

1. To examine the principles of fluid flow, with an emphasis on the analysis of flows that are common in engineering fields.

2. To understand hydraulic principles of free surface flows and waterbodies (i.e. sea, ocean, and river); and to solve practical engineering problems of free surface flows useful for sustainability and design aspects (aligned with principles in UN SDGs 6 and 11).

Structural Mechanics and Analysis

Structural Mechanics and Structural Analysis are fundamental subjects in Civil Engineering that form the basis for structural design. This module provides students with an understanding of the key concepts and the skills to solve different structural engineering problems.

The main aims of the module are as follows:

1. To enable students to evaluate the concepts of a general three-dimensional stress and strain state and to relate these concepts to the behaviour of actual materials and structural elements.

2. To extend the students' ability to deal with normal force, shear force and bending moment in statically determinate beam assemblies with internal hinges and cranked members.

3. To introduce methods for determining the displacements in statically determinate beams, frames and trusses.

To introduce and develop understanding of the flexibility method, with applications to indeterminate beams, frames and trusses with a single redundancy.

4. To work collaboratively in understanding and solving structural mechanics and analysis problems.

Structural Design Project

The Structural Design project provides students with the opportunity to develop a design solution to meet the needs of a 'client' taking into account a broad range of issues such as aesthetics, structural design, people's needs, the construction process and health and safety. Students must produce a sustainable solution, taking into consideration the Climate Emergency and the UNSDGs, in particular SDGs 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and 13 (Climate Action), while demonstrating an awareness of emerging technologies and ways of working in the industry. The purpose of the module is to emulate the 'real-life' issues that students will need to consider when they enter the industry.

1. To strengthen problem solving ability, team working skills, time management and communication skills through participation in a realistic civil engineering project.

2. To appreciate the scope of issues that influence a particular project, and the compromises that are necessary for the realization of an economically and viable engineering solution.

3. To learn to exercise good engineering judgement, and to make and defend design decisions.

4. To establish an appreciation for the ethical implications of design decisions.

5. To develop an understanding of the basic aspects of health and safety in civil engineering.

6. To develop an understanding of embodied carbon and how it may impact our design choices

7. To explore the advantages of reuse and renovation in the construction industry.

Project Management And Six Sigma

This module explores the challenges typically encountered in the implementation of Project Management and Six Sigma in engineering applications and the tools used to address these challenges, including quantitative methods and management systems This module will enable students to acquire a sound understanding of the theories and practices of integrated Project Management and Six Sigma for business excellence, and apply these principles for decision-making, control and management purposes in a variety of engineering applications.

Sustainable Energy

Climate change is having an impact on communities around the world. In this module you will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of renewables and sustainable low-carbon technologies that can make a difference, and their commercial and management diversity.

The module will examine the fundamentals of sustainable energy including the design and management of renewable low-carbon sources, regulatory mechanisms and technologies, energy policy and business opportunities for these.

Transportation Studies

This module aims to critically evaluate the design, operation, and policy formulation of road transport infrastructure in order to achieve sustainable design purpose.

This module covers the following topics:

1. Design of priority junctions/road links for the use for capacity calculation and driver safety determination for security purpose.

2. Environmental impact assessment related to road transport infrastructure and road noise (aligned with UN SDG3).

3. Application of sustainable road transport planning; and

4. Evaluation of specifications for durable and sustainable highways (aligned with UN SDG11).

5. Analyse existing traffic data to use in safety and resiliance design.

6. Application of data science for intelligent transportation systems.

Advanced Steel And Concrete Design

This module aims to introduce the students with the advanced principles/ concept for design and analysis of steel and concrete structures and their constructability. Following the successful completion of this module, the students should enrich their creativity skills and ability to design structures in steel and concrete, preparing them for employment as a structural engineer.

Geotechnical and Civil Engineering Design

To extend the application of the fundamental principles of soil behaviour introduced in Soil Mechanics, with particular emphasis on analysis and design of foundations and earth retaining structures in accordance with the principles of Limit State and Eurocode 7. To develop ground models and geotechnical risk register in order to design cost-effective and efficient foundations and structures structures inline with the principles of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs); To develop and justify detailed solutions to civil engineering problems by a process of appraisal, analysis and validation using specialist software, codes of practice and other learned society guidance, as appropriate; To further develop presentation, team working and personal management skills.

Feasibility Study

(1) To develop solutions to civil engineering problems by a process of critical appraisal and review using information obtained from a reconnaissance survey and other sources.

(2) To provide an opportunity to be creative and innovative.

(3) To further develop presentation, team working and personal management skills.

Sustainability in the Built Environment

1/3 of energy consumption and emissions are from the built environment, more than 1/2 of waste generated in the UK are from CDE (construction, demolition and excavation), women are under-represented in the built environment industry, modern slavery is on the rise in infrastructure projects, amongst other climatic issues.

This module will enable students:

1. To understand the concepts, principles and assessment techniques of sustainable development in the built environment.

2. To embed sustainable practices (UNSDGs, EDI and security) in engineering, design, construction, maintenance, repair and demolition activities in the built environment.

Individual Research Project Civil and Structural Engineering

The module has 5 main aims:

1. Provide a student driven research project, utilising skills developed during all stages of academic study.

2. Further develop skills in the selection and application of appropriate engineering tools including computer aided engineering, manufacturing methods and test rigs.

3. Further develop personal skills in research, integration, application, evaluation and synthesis of knowledge through an industrial or academic research relevant project.

4. Provide a framework for the consideration of ethical, health and safety, and security engineering practice to a professional level.

5. Appreciate relevant UNSDGs and current sustainability challenges in chosen research areas.

Advanced Structural Analysis & Earthquake Engineering

To develop an understanding of some key methods of advanced structural analysis. To study the concepts of structural dynamics and earthquake engineering in accordance with UNSDGs (11, 12, 13) and thereafter impart the key knowledge and skills required to design buildings to resist earthquakes. To develop the ability and skills to use laboratory equipment to measure the behaviour of simple and complex systems conferring to EDI and H&S.

Water and Wastewater Treatment

1. Understand water pollution, sources of water pollution and the main aspects of public health engineering.

2. Apply water quality characteristics to assess the water quality.

3. Understand water supply and treatment processes, learn the design of various water treatment processes, technology and facility.

4. Understand wastewater treatment processes and the design of various wastewater treatment stages.

Risk Assessment and Management

This module aims to introduce students to the challenges typically encountered in the implementation of Risk Assessment and Management in engineering applications and the tools used to address these challenges, including quantitative methods and management systems. It will enable students to acquire a deep understanding of the theories and practices of integrated Risk Assessment and Management, and apply these principles for decision-making, control and management purposes in a variety of challenging engineering applications.

Advanced Final Year Project

To enable the students to further develop their research and problem solving skills to a high level by advanced work on a research project of their own choice; to allow the students to further consolidate and enhance skills in oral and writing communication to an advanced level, to help students to have a deeper understanding to the relevant UNSDGs and current sustainability challenges in chosen research areas.

Advanced Geotechnics

Near surface soil layers that are characterized by the inclusion of soft soils and/or high groundwater which may pose serious problems to sustainable and resilient development of cities if care is not undertaken. An advanced knowledge is required to ensure safe ground conditions, to develop creative, and cost- effective and environmentally friendly design geotechnical solutions, to reduce the carbon footprint of geotechnical structures and to ensure long-term stability of structures. This module aims to extent the application of the fundamental concepts and principles of soil behaviour introduced in Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical and Civil Engineering modules, with particular emphasis on analysis and design of dewatering schemes, soil improvement techniques and temporary ground support systems. Students will develop solutions to advanced geotechnical engineering problems by a process of analysis and validation using specialist software where appropriate.

Construction Management

To provide students with an understanding of the concepts and techniques of construction management with reference to their use in an engineering, design and technological organisational built environment.

Mathematical Methods and Applications

This L4 module develops a comprehensive foundation in mathematics that is required for describing, modelling, and evaluating science and engineering systems. It reinforces elements of previous mathematical knowledge and develops new mathematical techniques and theory that have applicability to other science and engineering modules, reinforcing the interdisciplinary nature of mathematics underpinning engineering. Students will gain an understanding of a range of mathematical techniques and will develop confidence in applying these to solve various problems. After completing this module, students will be able to select, implement, and assess outcomes of using baseline mathematical tools to evaluate engineering contexts and have an insight into how these tools can support principles of sustainable engineering.

Engineering Materials

This module has been designed to give an introduction to the structure of different materials and how this can be influenced by manufacturing/processing and corresponding changes in properties across various engineering applications. The module also introduces the concepts of stress, strain, equilibrium and deformation, and apply them in the analysis and understanding of simple engineering frames and structures.

Thermofluids 1

This L4 module provides students with fundamental knowledge and understanding of the composite subject of Thermofluids, comprising two important branches of engineering, Thermodynamics and Fluid Mechanics. Thermodynamics is the study of energy and energy transformation and is widely applicable to all branches of engineering involving work being done, heat being transferred and material phase changes. Fluid mechanics is the study of fluid behaviour at rest and in motion, and has a wide range of applications in mechanical, chemical, civil and biomedical engineering systems.

The module is designed to allow students to apply the fundamental principles of physics and mathematics to real engineering processes by the applying thermodynamic principles and fluid mechanics. On successful completion of the module, students will be equipped with the ability implement core thermodynamics and fluids principles to engineering processes. This knowledge will feed into more advanced study in core L5 discipline-specific modules.

Computer Aided Engineering

The module aims to provide a working understanding of computer aided design, analysis and simulation techniques applicable to Chemical, Civil, Mechanical and Biomedical Engineering through the use of industry standard Computer Aided Engineering software. The developed knowledge and understanding forms the foundation in computer aided engineering methods which will be utilised throughout all stages of study in all engineering disciplines. After successfully completing this module, students will be able to apply core computer aided engineering techniques to design and analysis tasks within their field of study.

Design, Build and Test (Civil and Structural)

(1) To develop problem-solving skills through applied project work.

(2) To develop team working - both discipline specific and interdisciplinary in compliance with EDI principles, time management and communication skills.

(3) To introduce experimental techniques in engineering and technology.

(4) To develop understanding of professionalism, engineering ethics, EDI, health and safety, security and sustainability.

Electronics and Mechanics

1. To develop an understanding of basic electrical and electronic circuits, mechanical Energy dynamics and the laws which govern their behaviours.

2. To provide the student with a clear and thorough understanding of the theory and applications of engineering mechanics for dynamical systems.

3. To consolidate the theoretical part of the module in a series of lab work, and improve their individual skills and understanding.

Design Of Steel And Concrete Structures

This module aims to introduce the students with the practical aspects of structural engineering design. The main aim is to equip the student with the tools and principle for the design of steel and concrete structural elements.

Following the successful completion of this module, the students should be able to use the first principles and structural Eurocodes to design structural steelwork and concrete elements, showing essential skills required for employment as a structural engineer.

Engineering Mathematics and Machine Learning

Building on content from the level 4 module ENM4004-B, this level 5 module extends calculus-based analysis to systems depending upon several variables and discusses the development of several specialised approaches to analysing a selection of generic and more complex engineering contexts, further reinforcing the interdisciplinary nature of mathematics underpinning engineering. On a broader level, students will begin to understand the premise that analytical (deterministic) and machine learning and statistics methods are components of a larger integrated tool kit for complementing discipline-based knowledge towards developing good engineering outcomes. Students will develop confidence in applying the methodologies to solve various problems. After completing this module, students will be able to select, implement, and assess outcomes of using more advanced mathematical tools to evaluate engineering contexts and strengthen their insight from level 4 on how analytical tools can support principes of sustainable engineering.

Soil Mechanics

To be able to explain the behaviour of different soils, and the factors influencing their behaviour. To introduce and develop understanding of mechanical properties related to strength, compressibility, and permeability of soils in accordance with UNSDGs (11, 12, 13). To be able to quantify these properties to predict how soil will behave under field loading for the safe design of soil structures (e.g., buildings, embankments, dams, waste containment liners, highway base courses, etc.), as well as other structures that will overly the soil in accordance with H&S principles.

Water Engineering

Water is an important element in life. This module aims to study problems and day-to-day occurrences for fluid and water that relevant to sustainability and society.

The aims include:

1. To examine the principles of fluid flow, with an emphasis on the analysis of flows that are common in engineering fields.

2. To understand hydraulic principles of free surface flows and waterbodies (i.e. sea, ocean, and river); and to solve practical engineering problems of free surface flows useful for sustainability and design aspects (aligned with principles in UN SDGs 6 and 11).

Structural Mechanics and Analysis

Structural Mechanics and Structural Analysis are fundamental subjects in Civil Engineering that form the basis for structural design. This module provides students with an understanding of the key concepts and the skills to solve different structural engineering problems.

The main aims of the module are as follows:

1. To enable students to evaluate the concepts of a general three-dimensional stress and strain state and to relate these concepts to the behaviour of actual materials and structural elements.

2. To extend the students' ability to deal with normal force, shear force and bending moment in statically determinate beam assemblies with internal hinges and cranked members.

3. To introduce methods for determining the displacements in statically determinate beams, frames and trusses.

To introduce and develop understanding of the flexibility method, with applications to indeterminate beams, frames and trusses with a single redundancy.

4. To work collaboratively in understanding and solving structural mechanics and analysis problems.

Structural Design Project

The Structural Design project provides students with the opportunity to develop a design solution to meet the needs of a 'client' taking into account a broad range of issues such as aesthetics, structural design, people's needs, the construction process and health and safety. Students must produce a sustainable solution, taking into consideration the Climate Emergency and the UNSDGs, in particular SDGs 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure), 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production) and 13 (Climate Action), while demonstrating an awareness of emerging technologies and ways of working in the industry. The purpose of the module is to emulate the 'real-life' issues that students will need to consider when they enter the industry.

1. To strengthen problem solving ability, team working skills, time management and communication skills through participation in a realistic civil engineering project.

2. To appreciate the scope of issues that influence a particular project, and the compromises that are necessary for the realization of an economically and viable engineering solution.

3. To learn to exercise good engineering judgement, and to make and defend design decisions.

4. To establish an appreciation for the ethical implications of design decisions.

5. To develop an understanding of the basic aspects of health and safety in civil engineering.

6. To develop an understanding of embodied carbon and how it may impact our design choices

7. To explore the advantages of reuse and renovation in the construction industry.

Project Management And Six Sigma

This module explores the challenges typically encountered in the implementation of Project Management and Six Sigma in engineering applications and the tools used to address these challenges, including quantitative methods and management systems This module will enable students to acquire a sound understanding of the theories and practices of integrated Project Management and Six Sigma for business excellence, and apply these principles for decision-making, control and management purposes in a variety of engineering applications.

Sustainable Energy

Climate change is having an impact on communities around the world. In this module you will gain an understanding of the fundamentals of renewables and sustainable low-carbon technologies that can make a difference, and their commercial and management diversity.

The module will examine the fundamentals of sustainable energy including the design and management of renewable low-carbon sources, regulatory mechanisms and technologies, energy policy and business opportunities for these.

Transportation Studies

This module aims to critically evaluate the design, operation, and policy formulation of road transport infrastructure in order to achieve sustainable design purpose.

This module covers the following topics:

1. Design of priority junctions/road links for the use for capacity calculation and driver safety determination for security purpose.

2. Environmental impact assessment related to road transport infrastructure and road noise (aligned with UN SDG3).

3. Application of sustainable road transport planning; and

4. Evaluation of specifications for durable and sustainable highways (aligned with UN SDG11).

5. Analyse existing traffic data to use in safety and resiliance design.

6. Application of data science for intelligent transportation systems.

Advanced Steel And Concrete Design

This module aims to introduce the students with the advanced principles/ concept for design and analysis of steel and concrete structures and their constructability. Following the successful completion of this module, the students should enrich their creativity skills and ability to design structures in steel and concrete, preparing them for employment as a structural engineer.

Geotechnical and Civil Engineering Design

To extend the application of the fundamental principles of soil behaviour introduced in Soil Mechanics, with particular emphasis on analysis and design of foundations and earth retaining structures in accordance with the principles of Limit State and Eurocode 7. To develop ground models and geotechnical risk register in order to design cost-effective and efficient foundations and structures structures inline with the principles of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs); To develop and justify detailed solutions to civil engineering problems by a process of appraisal, analysis and validation using specialist software, codes of practice and other learned society guidance, as appropriate; To further develop presentation, team working and personal management skills.

Feasibility Study

(1) To develop solutions to civil engineering problems by a process of critical appraisal and review using information obtained from a reconnaissance survey and other sources.

(2) To provide an opportunity to be creative and innovative.

(3) To further develop presentation, team working and personal management skills.

Sustainability in the Built Environment

1/3 of energy consumption and emissions are from the built environment, more than 1/2 of waste generated in the UK are from CDE (construction, demolition and excavation), women are under-represented in the built environment industry, modern slavery is on the rise in infrastructure projects, amongst other climatic issues.

This module will enable students:

1. To understand the concepts, principles and assessment techniques of sustainable development in the built environment.

2. To embed sustainable practices (UNSDGs, EDI and security) in engineering, design, construction, maintenance, repair and demolition activities in the built environment.

Individual Research Project Civil and Structural Engineering

The module has 5 main aims:

1. Provide a student driven research project, utilising skills developed during all stages of academic study.

2. Further develop skills in the selection and application of appropriate engineering tools including computer aided engineering, manufacturing methods and test rigs.

3. Further develop personal skills in research, integration, application, evaluation and synthesis of knowledge through an industrial or academic research relevant project.

4. Provide a framework for the consideration of ethical, health and safety, and security engineering practice to a professional level.

5. Appreciate relevant UNSDGs and current sustainability challenges in chosen research areas.

Advanced Structural Analysis & Earthquake Engineering

To develop an understanding of some key methods of advanced structural analysis. To study the concepts of structural dynamics and earthquake engineering in accordance with UNSDGs (11, 12, 13) and thereafter impart the key knowledge and skills required to design buildings to resist earthquakes. To develop the ability and skills to use laboratory equipment to measure the behaviour of simple and complex systems conferring to EDI and H&S.

Water and Wastewater Treatment

1. Understand water pollution, sources of water pollution and the main aspects of public health engineering.

2. Apply water quality characteristics to assess the water quality.

3. Understand water supply and treatment processes, learn the design of various water treatment processes, technology and facility.

4. Understand wastewater treatment processes and the design of various wastewater treatment stages.

Risk Assessment and Management

This module aims to introduce students to the challenges typically encountered in the implementation of Risk Assessment and Management in engineering applications and the tools used to address these challenges, including quantitative methods and management systems. It will enable students to acquire a deep understanding of the theories and practices of integrated Risk Assessment and Management, and apply these principles for decision-making, control and management purposes in a variety of challenging engineering applications.

Advanced Final Year Project

To enable the students to further develop their research and problem solving skills to a high level by advanced work on a research project of their own choice; to allow the students to further consolidate and enhance skills in oral and writing communication to an advanced level, to help students to have a deeper understanding to the relevant UNSDGs and current sustainability challenges in chosen research areas.

Advanced Geotechnics

Near surface soil layers that are characterized by the inclusion of soft soils and/or high groundwater which may pose serious problems to sustainable and resilient development of cities if care is not undertaken. An advanced knowledge is required to ensure safe ground conditions, to develop creative, and cost- effective and environmentally friendly design geotechnical solutions, to reduce the carbon footprint of geotechnical structures and to ensure long-term stability of structures. This module aims to extent the application of the fundamental concepts and principles of soil behaviour introduced in Soil Mechanics and Geotechnical and Civil Engineering modules, with particular emphasis on analysis and design of dewatering schemes, soil improvement techniques and temporary ground support systems. Students will develop solutions to advanced geotechnical engineering problems by a process of analysis and validation using specialist software where appropriate.

Construction Management

To provide students with an understanding of the concepts and techniques of construction management with reference to their use in an engineering, design and technological organisational built environment.