| Unit name | Structures and Materials 4 |
|---|---|
| Unit code | AENGM1200 |
| Credit points | 10 |
| Level of study | M/7 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 1 (weeks 1 - 12) |
| Unit director | Dr. Farrow |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites | |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | Department of Aerospace Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
Enhancement of analysis methods for plate, shell and sandwich structures and understanding of advanced materials and industrial applications.
To enhance the understanding and selection of materials for advanced applications and appreciate the practical issues relating to aerospace structures.
On successful completion of the unit the student will be able to: • understand plate bending and buckling phenomena; • apply the basic equations of continuum mechanics to stress analysis problems; • understand design issues and be able to analyse sandwich panels; • select appropriate materials for advanced applications; • appreciate practical industrial issues related to aerospace structures.
Lectures, Examples Classes and Lab Classes
100% - 2.5 Hour examination in May/June, 4 questions to be answered out of 7.
To be updated by Unit Lecturers each year
