IMU645 - COMPUTER AIDED ANALYSIS and DESIGN IN STRUCTURAL E
| Course Name | Code | Semester | Theory (hours/week) |
Application (hours/week) |
Credit | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMPUTER AIDED ANALYSIS and DESIGN IN STRUCTURAL E | IMU645 | Any Semester/Year | 3 | 0 | 3 | 8 |
| Prequisites | There are no prerequisites. | |||||
| Course language | English | |||||
| Course type | Elective | |||||
| Mode of Delivery | Face-to-Face | |||||
| Learning and teaching strategies | Lecture Discussion Question and Answer | |||||
| Instructor (s) | To be defined by the Department. | |||||
| Course objective | This course aims to focus to the use of modern computational tools used for design and analysis. Primary focus is on solid modeling and finite-element analysis. Software used is representative of that found in industry. | |||||
| Learning outcomes |
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| Course Content | Basic Components of a Computer System. Operating Systems. Introduction to C++ Programming. Finite-difference Solution of Differential Equations. Introduction to Finite Element Method and Computer Programs. Understand the Basic Concepts of Feature-based, Parametric, and Solid modeling. Applications for Structural Mechanics Problems. Utilization of Package Programs in Modeling of Structures. Three-dimensional Building Analysis Programs | |||||
| References | 1. The C++ Programming Language. B. Stroustrup. Pearson, Inc. 4th Edition. 2013. 2. Other supplementary materials | |||||
Course outline weekly
| Weeks | Topics |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction, units, basic principles |
| Week 2 | Basic Components of a Computer System and Operating Systems |
| Week 3 | Introduction to C++ Programming |
| Week 4 | Introduction to Finite Element Method and Computer Programs |
| Week 5 | Finite-difference Solution of Differential Equations |
| Week 6 | Midterm Exam I |
| Week 7 | Understand the Basic Concepts of Feature-based, Parametric, and Solid modeling |
| Week 8 | Understand the Basic Concepts of Feature-based, Parametric, and Solid modeling |
| Week 9 | Applications for Structural Mechanics Problems. Utilization of Package Programs in Modeling of Structures |
| Week 10 | Applications for Structural Mechanics Problems. Utilization of Package Programs in Modeling of Structures |
| Week 11 | Midterm Exam II |
| Week 12 | Utilization of Package Programs in Modeling of Structures |
| Week 13 | Utilization of Package Programs in Modeling of Structures |
| Week 14 | Three-dimensional Building Analysis Programs |
| Week 15 | Three-dimensional Building Analysis Programs |
| Week 16 | Final Exam |
Assesment methods
| Course activities | Number | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Attendance | 0 | 0 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 |
| Application | 0 | 0 |
| Field activities | 0 | 0 |
| Specific practical training | 0 | 0 |
| Assignments | 5 | 15 |
| Presentation | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 1 | 15 |
| Seminar | 0 | 0 |
| Midterms | 1 | 30 |
| Final exam | 1 | 40 |
| Total | 100 | |
| Percentage of semester activities contributing grade succes | 0 | 0 |
| Percentage of final exam contributing grade succes | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 0 | |
WORKLOAD AND ECTS CALCULATION
| Activities | Number | Duration (hour) | Total Work Load |
|---|---|---|---|
| Course Duration (x14) | 14 | 3 | 42 |
| Laboratory | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Application | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Specific practical training | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Field activities | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Study Hours Out of Class (Preliminary work, reinforcement, ect) | 12 | 5 | 60 |
| Presentation / Seminar Preparation | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Project | 1 | 50 | 50 |
| Homework assignment | 5 | 8 | 40 |
| Midterms (Study duration) | 1 | 28 | 28 |
| Final Exam (Study duration) | 1 | 20 | 20 |
| Total Workload | 34 | 114 | 240 |
Matrix Of The Course Learning Outcomes Versus Program Outcomes
| D.9. Key Learning Outcomes | Contrubition level* | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | |
| 1. Ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge in mathematics, science, and Civil Engineering fields in solving complex engineering problems. | X | ||||
| 2. Ability to identify, formulate and solve complex engineering problems. | X | ||||
| 3. Ability to design a complex system/product to meet specific requirements under realistic conditions; can apply modern design methods. | X | ||||
| 4. Ability to select and use modern techniques in the analysis and solution of complex problems; can use information technologies effectively. | X | ||||
| 5. Ability to design, conduct experiments, collects data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or Civil Engineering Topics. | X | ||||
| 6. Ability to work intra/interdisciplinary, individually or in teams. | X | ||||
| 7. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing; knows at least one foreign language, especially English; write and understand reports, make effective presentations, give/receive clear instructions. | X | ||||
| 8. Awareness of the necessity of lifelong learning; follow the developments in science and technology and renew oneself. | X | ||||
| 9. Acts in accordance with ethical principles, know professional and ethical responsibility and standards. | X | ||||
| 10. Knowledge in project/risk management; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation; information about sustainable development. | X | ||||
| 11. Knowledge on effects of engineering practices on health, environment and safety in universal/social dimensions; awareness of the legal consequences of technical solutions. | X | ||||
*1 Lowest, 2 Low, 3 Average, 4 High, 5 Highest