ME Civil Engineering Modules Descriptions

AY872 Financial Management 1

The objective of this course is to develop the participants' understanding of the theory and practice of financial management, and to develop their skills in the application of this knowledge to financial decision-making.

CE509 Advanced Structures

The Advanced Structures module builds on structural engineering topics that students would have taken at undergraduate level. Advanced topics include 3-D structures, theory of elasticity, structural dynamics and inelastic/plastic analysis.

CE510 Civil Engineering Project/Thesis

Students are required to attend lectures on technical writing, and to research, write and present the results of their dissertation

CE511 Computational Methods in Civil Engineering

This module introduces students to computer-based methods used in the solution of engineering problems. It provides the level of knowledge required to successfully apply these methods to a broad range of applications including structures, heat transfer, fluids flow etc. Students get hands-on experience in using commercial finite element software.

CE514 Transportation Systems and Infrastructure

This module deals with transport systems and infrastucture. Highway engineering topics include bituminous materials and advanced pavement management strategies. A focus is placed on road safety engineering. The design of public transport systems, along with the engineering solutions necessary to improve the sustainability of transport in the 21st century are described. Urban mobility is discussed with particular focus on non-motorised transport. Assessment is both project and exam based.

CE6101 Coastal & Offshore Engineering

The module covers aspects of wave and tidal theory and their application to design of coastal structures. Topics covered include: properties of ocean and coastal waves: length, celerity, water particle orbits, dynamic pressure, shoaling, refraction, breaking, and diffraction; wavemaker theory; tidal dynamics; estuarine processes; sediment transport; design of ports and harbours; evaluation of wave forces on a seawall; design of a breakwater; coastal protection.

CE6102 Design of Sustainable Environmental Systems I

This module introduces the theory supporting, design, maintenance and operation of waste and wastewater treatment systems. Topics covered will include wastewater and waste composition and characteristics, design of treatment facilities, energy efficiency and production, control and monitoring techniques that are used in these systems and current state of the art. The module discusses the engineer's responsibility to the public and the environment when designing and operating such facilities.

CE6103 Design of Sustainable Environmental Systems II

This module covers advanced material related to the design and operation of environmental systems and the implementation of strategies to mitigate environmental impacts of anthropogenic activities. Topics covered include advanced nutrient removal and recovery technologies in wastewater, disinfection, bio-solids and energy, regulation, erosion, groundwater contamination, energy efficiency, the water-energy nexus, wastewater treatment for developing countries. Assessment will be exam and project based.

CE6106 Hydrological Modelling

This module cover the theory and practice of hydrological modelling. Topics include catchment modelling, discharge modelling, Saint Venant equation, reservoir routing and hydro-geological modelling. Students will learn how to use industry-standard hydrological modelling tools such as HECRAS and HYDRAS.

CE6108 Hydrology & Water Resources Engineering

This module introduces students to theory and practice of engineering hydrology and how these are applied to water resource engineering. The following topics are covered: Physical and chemical properties of water; Flow routing through reservoirs and lakes; Unit Hydrograph; Water quality in the natural environment; Hydrological and energy cycles; Hydrological frequency analysis; Precipitation measurement; Streamflow measurement; Hydrometric data, flow duration curves, mean daily flows, water balance and water resources; Climate change; Evaporation and evaporation measurement; Groundwater.

CE6116 Risk and Reliability Engineering

This module comprises of three components namely; 1) core probabilistic analysis, 2) the role of risk in engineering and 3) reliability assessment. The core probabilistic analysis component will allow students to develop essential statistical understanding, building on knowledge obtained at undergraduate level. Having developed fundamental probabilistic understanding, students learn about the role of risk in engineering (i.e. codified design, beta values etc. ). The final component of the course is centred on reliability analysis and structural safety. A problem based learning approach will be employed, with students carrying out a structural reliability assessment project.

CE6117 Integrated Civil Engineering Design

In this module, the students will work in groups of three or four. Each group will be given an engineering design problem and they will be expected to prepare a design report including (i) a preliminary design for the project and (ii) detailed design of certain elements.

IE446 Project Management

Project management is a means to an end and not an end in itself. The purpose of project management is to foresee or predict as many of the potential pitfalls and problems as soon as possible and to plan, organise and control activities so that the project is successfully completed in spite of any difficulties and risks. This process starts before any resources are committed, and must continue until all the work is completed. The primary aim of this course is to improve the effectiveness of people engaged in project management. It focuses on the essential concepts and practical skills required for managing projects in dynamic environments. This course aims to provide learners with a solid understanding of the fundamentals of project management and to equip them with simple yet powerful tools that will empower them to meet their full potential in the area of project management thus enabling them to implement successful projects on time, within budget and to the highest possible standard.

IE450 Lean Systems

The module explores the challenges facing organisations in a global extended enterprise, and introduces a number of process improvement tools and techniques that businesses use to retain competitive advantage and maintain profitably. This module is designed to give students exposure to Lean Systems. The Module consists of three sections (1) Process Improvement Essentials, (2) Costs Defining Opportunities For Process Improvement and (3) Productivity: Process Improvement Opportunities

• Develop an understanding of and appreciate the role of Lean tools and techniques in solving real life engineering and business problems
• Adopt value stream mapping to real life engineering management problems and generate solutions
• Have a sound base in the current and future state mapping
• Analyse data in support of lean balancing, lean layouts, action plans and contribute to decision making by advising management using lean problem solving
• Generate and prioritise alternative solutions for real life operating systems problems
• Participate in a workshop on lean gaming and project work
• Present Lean solutions to operating systems problems

ME3104 Introduction to Regulatory Affairs (online module)

Safe Product Design, medical device directive, FDA regulations & GMP, medical device risk assessment, machinery directive, Risk management.

ME432 Technology Innovation and Entrepreneurship

The module covers a broad range of topics that critically affect the successful identification and commercialisation of technologies. It is designed to help students develop strong conceptual foundations for understanding and exploiting technological innovation and entrepreneurship. More specifically, it aims to equip students with an understanding of the technology innovation life cycle and the key issues involved in entrepreneurship and new venture creation. It introduces concepts and frameworks to create, commercialise and capture value from technology-based products and services. It will provide students with a comprehensive toolbox to enable them to identify opportunities, develop feasibility studies and business plans in order to develop and manage innovation throughout the product life cycle and exploit a new technological venture.

Topics include:

• Understand extended products
• Identify user needs, Filter needs
• Create product specifications
• Ideation + Brainstorming techniques
• Generate, select + test product concepts
• Design the service
• Assess commercial opportunities
• Determine regulation and intellectual property requirements
• Define a business model
• Manage the finances
• Market the technology

ME521 Research Methods for Engineers

The aim of this course is to equip candidates with skills to conduct autonomous research in a rigorous an disciplined manner. It is essential for the effective generation, collection, analysis and interpretation of scientific knowledge. The primary assessment is through three assignments (two written research assignments and one oral presentation)

ME572 Human Reliability

Nature of Human error. Studies of Human error. Human reliability in risk assessment. The Human Reliability Assessment (HRA) process; task analysis, human-error analysis, human-error quantification, impact assessment, assessing and reducing the human error risk. Quality Assurance (QA). Human error data validation. Latent errors and system disasters. Future directions in HRA. Safety-related accidents and incidents