Unit name | Materials and Structures |
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Unit code | AENG31201 |
Credit points | 10 |
Level of study | H/6 |
Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
Unit director | Professor. Pirrera |
Open unit status | Not open |
Pre-requisites |
None |
Co-requisites |
None |
School/department | Department of Aerospace Engineering |
Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This is a compulsory 10cp unit and an integral part of the 180 cp MRes programme in Advanced Composites. The topics covered will include fundamental concepts for composites, composite materials properties, laminate analysis, beam, truss and plate structures.
On successful completion of the unit the students will be able to:
Seminars
50% Materials coursework (design/materials selection case study, with associated written report)
50% Structures written examination (3 hours in May/June)
As specified and updated by individual lecturers.