COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

UNDERGRADUATE STUDENT
HANDBOOK
YEAR 3 (FHEQ LEVEL 6)
Aerospace Engineering
DEGREE PROGRAMMES
PART TWO OF TWO
(MODULE AND COURSE STRUCTURE)
2015/16

DISCLAIMER
The College has made all reasonable efforts to ensure that the
information contained within this publication is accurate and up-to-date
when published but can accept no responsibility for any errors or
omissions.
The College reserves the right to revise, alter or discontinue degree
programmes or modules and to amend regulations and procedures at
any time, but every effort will be made to notify interested parties.
It should be noted that not every module listed in this handbook may be
available every year, and changes may be made to the details of the
modules.
You are advised to contact the College directly if you require further
information.

The 2015/16 academic year begins on 21 September 2015

DATES OF 2015/16 TERMS

21 September 2015 11 December 2015
04 January 2016 18 March 2016
11 April 2016 10 June 2016

SEMESTER 1
21 September 2015 22 January 2016
SEMESTER 2
25 January 2016 10 June 2016

The 2016/17 academic year begins on 26 September 2016

Full term dates are available at:
http://www.swansea.ac.uk/the-university/world-class/
semesterandtermdates/

Welcome, bienvenido, willkommen, , powitanie, , croeso

Welcome to Aerospace Engineering at Swansea University and to our brand new Bay
Campus. We are delighted that you have chosen Swansea as the starting point for your
future career. We will endeavour to play our part in ensuring that your student experience
form some of the best years of your life.
We will be working closely with you over the next few years and encourage you to engage
with us so that your study can be both enjoyable and rewarding. We are here for academic,
personal and pastoral guidance. If you have any problems or issues please contact either
your Personal Tutor, the Level Co-ordinator or the Administrative Officer in the first
instance.
Enjoy your year and study hard, we look forward to working with you.
The Aerospace Engineering Team at Swansea University
Key Contact Information for Aerospace Engineering Students
Position

Name

Contact

Engineering Reception (Engineering

Central)

Charmaine/Kay/Sue

[email protected]
Tel: 01792 295514/295515

Aerospace Administration Officer

Mrs Debbie Howell

[email protected]
Tel: 01792 295475

Year 1 Co-ordinator

Dr Kiyo Wada

[email protected]

Year 2 Co-ordinator

Dr Chengyuan Wang

[email protected]

Year 3 Co-ordinator

Dr H Haddad
Khodaparast

Room Number:
[email protected]

Year 4(M) Co-ordinator & Level 4

Tutor

Dr Wulf Dettmer

Room Number:
[email protected]

Aerospace Engineering Director

Dr Nick Croft

[email protected]

Aerospace Engineering Admissions

Tutor

Dr Ben Evans

[email protected]

Aerospace/Flight Simulator
Technician

Mrs Jane Wallace

[email protected]
Room Number: EC-B005A
Flight Sim: EC-B006

Year 3 (FHEQ Level 6) 2015/16

Aerospace Engineering
BEng Aerospace Engineering[H400,H405]
BEng Aerospace Engineering with a year in industry[H402]
MEng Aerospace Engineering[H403]
MEng Aerospace Engineering with a year in industry[H404]
Co-ordinator: Dr H Haddad Khodaparast

Compulsory Modules
Semester 1 Modules

Semester 2 Modules
EG-386
Engineering Management
10 Credits
Dr M Evans/Dr CWH Dunnill/Professor MJ Mcnamee/Dr K
Wada/...

EG-335
Gas Dynamics
10 Credits
Dr I Sazonov
EG-360
Dynamics 2
10 Credits
Professor MI Friswell

EG-397
Propulsion
10 Credits
Dr MT Whittaker

EGA320
High Performance Materials and Selection
10 Credits
Dr L Prakash
EG-353
Research Project
30 Credits
Dr CP Jobling/Mr GD Hill/Professor MJ Mcnamee/Mr AB Montgomery/Miss LE Norman/Ms ML Paget/...
CORE
EGA302A
Aerospace Engineering Design 3
20 Credits
Dr BJ Evans
Total 120 Credits

Optional Modules
Choose exactly 20 credits
Space Stream.
These options MUST be chosen by those on the space stream
EGA321 Satellite Systems
Dr I Sazonov
EGA341 Space Propulsion and Power Systems Mr Z Jelic/Dr K Wada
Or
Choose exactly 20 credits
Structural/Computational Stream

TB1 10
TB2 10

These options MUST be chosen by those on the structural/computational stream

EG-323 Finite Element Method
EG-396 Computational Aerodynamics
Or
Choose exactly 20 credits
Materials/Propulsion Stream.

Professor P Nithiarasu
Dr PD Ledger

TB1 10
TB2 10

These options MUST by chosen by those on the materials/propulsion stream

EG-381 Fracture and Fatigue
EGA301 Composite Materials

Dr RE Johnston/Dr DH Isaac
Dr JC Arnold

TB1 10
TB2 10

EG-323 Finite Element Method

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)
Module Aims: This module provides a concise introduction to the elementary concepts and methods of finite element
analysis, with applications to heat flow, solid mechanics, groundwater flow and other engineering problems. It also
provides practice in using finite element software/codes.
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Lectures 2 hours per week
Example classes 1 hour per week
Laboratory work 12 hours in total
Lecturer(s): Professor P Nithiarasu
Assessment: Examination 1 (80%)
Assignment 1 (10%)
Assignment 2 (10%)
Assessment Description:
(i) Assignment 1: Solve 1D problems using both hand calculations and computer codes (10%).
(ii) Assignment 2: Solve multidimensional and transient problems using both hand calculations and computer codes
(10%).
(iii) Final examination: Closed book exam (80%).
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: Resit may be allowed in exceptional circumstances - subject to university regulations.
Assessment - 100% examination.
Assessment Feedback: Assignments 1 and 2 are assessed via blackboard. Individual student feedback will be
provided through blackboard. An overall feedback on the final examination will be posted online.
Module Content:
1D problems and trusses: Introduction. FE Formulation of 1-D Problems - Physical problem; conceptual model. 1-D
problem of heat conduction and elastostatics. Analytical solution. Strong and weak forms. Galerkin approximation.
Finite element discretisation. The linear 1-D bar: shape functions, load vector and stiffness matrix. Assembly
procedure. Examples [9]
2D scalar problems: FE Modelling of 2-D Potential Flow Problems - Physical problem; conceptual model. Porous
media flow; heat conduction; torsion of cylindrical members. Strong and weak forms. Galerkin approximation. Finite
element discretisation. The linear shape triangle: shape functions, load vector and stiffness matrix. Assembly
procedure. Solution. Examples. [8]
2D elasticity: FE Modelling of 2-D Elastic Solids - Plane strain and plane stress problems of 2-D elastostatics. Strong
and weak forms. Galerkin approximation. Finite element discretisation. The linear shape triangle: shape functions,
load vector and stiffness matrix. Examples [6]
1D transient problems: Time dependent phenomenon Discretisation of transient equations Finite element
formulation Time stepping approaches Heat conduction and elasticity Examples. [5]
Review [2] and Assessment.
Attendance is a course requirement. Each student will need to complete four projects that will require both hand
calculation and computer simulations. Computer simulations will be using the existing finite element software, which
includes small finite element programs and may also include a commercial finite element package.

Intended Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this module, the student should be able to demonstrate:
A knowledge and understanding of:
(i) Fundamentals of the finite element method as an approximation method for analysis of a variety of engineering
problems. (ii) Differences between mathematical (conceptual) and computer models.
An ability to (thinking skills):
(i) Distinguish between strong and weak form of the engineering problem at hand. (ii) Understand levels of
approximation inherent in computer modelling approaches to the solution of engineering problems.
An ability to (practical skills):
(i) Develop finite element formulation for analysis of a variety of engineering problems including: (a) elastostatics of
1-D bars and cables (b) heat conduction, potential flow, porous media flow, torsion (c) plane strain and plane stress
problems. (d) transient problems.
(ii) Use finite element method to solve engineering problems (a)-(d).
(iii) Use a computer to model and analyse engineering problems (a)-(d).
Reading List: Fish, Jacob, A first course in finite elements [print and electronic book] / Jacob Fish, Ted Belytschko,
John Wiley, c2007.ISBN: 9780470035801
Lewis, R. W, Fundamentals of the finite element method for heat and fluid flow [print and electronic book] / Roland
W. Lewis, Perumal Nithiarasu, Kankanhalli N. Seetharamu, Wiley, 2004.ISBN: 9780470847893
Chandrupatla, Tirupathi R, Introduction to finite elements in engineering / Tirupathi R. Chandrupatla, Ashok D.
Belegundu, Pearson Education, 2012.ISBN: 9780273763680
Concepts and applications of finite element analysis / Robert D. Cook ... [et al.], Wiley, 2001.ISBN: 9780471356059
Hinton, E, An introduction to finite element computations / [by] E. Hinton and D.R.J. Owen, Pineridge Press , 1979.
Hughes, Thomas J. R, The finite element method : linear static and dynamic finite element analysis / Thomas J.R.
Hughes, Dover Publications, 2000.ISBN: 9780486411811
Cook, Robert Davis, Finite element modeling for stress analysis / Robert D. Cook, Wiley, c1995.ISBN: 0471107743
Additional Notes: Penalty for late submission of continuous assessment assignments: zero tolerance.

EG-335 Gas Dynamics

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)
Module Aims: This module introduces students to dynamics of a compressible gas flow, shock waves and other
discontinties.
Pre-requisite Modules: EG-190; EG-261; EG-293
Co-requisite Modules: EG-397
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Lectures 20 hours
Example classes 10 hours
Directed private study
Lecturer(s): Dr I Sazonov
Assessment: Assignment 1 (10%)
Assignment 2 (15%)
Examination 1 (75%)
Assessment Description: 2 hour examination in January (75%)
As a part of coursework (25%) you will be asked to solve different problems on Gas dynamics and answer theoretical
questions.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: An opportunity for you to redeem failures will be available within the rules if the University.
Assessment Feedback: An opportunity to have individual feedback on the coursework submission will be available.
A feedback for the examination will be made available electronically.
Module Content: Module content:
- Introductory concepts of compressible flow.
- Isentropic one-dimensional flow.
- Normal shocks - stationary and moving, applications.
- Shock tubes.
- Supersonic Pitot' probes, oblique shock, reflection.
- Prandtl - Meyer expansion flow.
- Fanno flow & Rayleigh flow.
- Under and over expanded nozzles.
- Shock expansion method for flow over airfoils.
- Brief introduction to the methods of characteristics.
- Prandtl - Glauert and Goethert rules.
- Ackeret's supersonic airfoil theory.
- Small perturbation equations for subsonic, transonic, supersonic and hypersonic flow.
- Computational methods for gas dynamics.
- Measurements of compressible flow.
- Axial flow compressors and turbines.
Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate:
a knowledge and understanding of: The mechanism of compressible gas flows. Shock waves and other discontinties.
an ability to (thinking skills): Analyse different regimes of compressible gas flow.
an ability to (practical skills): Compute parameters of compressible flow and shock waves in gas turbines and other
engines. Apply physical and mathematical principles to the design gas turbine and other engines.
an ability to (key skills): Study independently, use library resources and manage working time.
Reading List: Mattingly, Jack D, Elements of propulsion [print and electronic] : gas turbines and rockets / Jack D.
Mattingly ; foreword by Hans von Ohain, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c2006.ISBN:
9781563477799
Cengel, Yunus A, Thermodynamics : an engineering approach / Yunus A. Cengel and Michael A. Boles ;
adapted by Mehmet Kanoglu, McGraw-Hill, 2011.ISBN: 9780071311113
John, James E. A, Gas dynamics, Pearson Prentice Hall, c2006.ISBN: 9780131206687
Liepmann, H. W, Elements of gasdynamics / Hans Wolfgang Liepmann & Anatol Roshko, Wiley, 1957.
Additional Notes: ZERO TOLERANCE ON LATE SUBMISSION OF WORK

EG-353 Research Project

Credits: 30 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 and 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)
Module Aims: The module involves the application of scientific and engineering principles to the solution of a
practical problem associated with engineering systems and processes [EA2]. The student will gain experience in
working independently on a substantial, individually assigned task, using accepted planning procedures. It will require
and develop self-organisation and the critical evaluation of options and results, as well as developing technical
knowledge in the chosen topic.
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Formal Lectures 16 hours;
Directed private study (incl. meetings with supervisors 284 hours
Lecturer(s): Dr CP Jobling, Mr GD Hill, Professor MJ Mcnamee, Mr AB Montgomery, Miss LE Norman, Ms ML
Paget, Dr WB Perkins, Ms J Thomas
Assessment: Project (38%)
Assignment 1 (5%)
Report (47%)
Assignment 2 (5%)
Assignment 3 (5%)
Assessment Description: The 'Engineer as a Practitioner and Scientist':
Project (38%)
Oral examination: Presentation and defence. Assessment of the conduct of the project evidenced by the log book.
(Marked)
Report (47%)
Preliminary feedback stage: First draft of research paper (10 pages) for formalised review and feedback. (Not
marked)
Final (camera ready) version of research paper (17%) is primarily an assessment of the quality of the presentation of
the work by means of the camera-ready research paper. Note: SPLD Assessment Guidelines apply to all items in this
category.
Quality and contribution of project (30%) is an overall assessment of the quality of the outcomes of the research as
evidenced by achievement of original or revised targets and the parts of the research paper (results, discussion and
conclusions) that require critical and objective evaluation of the work and its contribution.
The 'Engineer as a Professional':
Coursework 1 (15%)
Project Plan (5%)
Risk Assessment (pass/fail)
* Ethical impact statement (5%)
Progress Report (5%)
Full personal CV (pass/fail)
Report describing how the project can be used to enhance employability (pass/fail)
NB Project Plan, Risk assessment, Ethical impact statement, CV, progress report and Employability Statement will be
assessed during the course of the project. All other components will be assessed in April/May.
Full assessment criteria will be on Blackboard accessible though "My Grades".
Items labelled "pass/fail" are not awarded a grade. No project work can be started without a risk assessment. All
students must prepare for employment by generating a CV and an employability reflection.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: Repeat failed module with a new research topic and/or new supervisor unless the student is able
to prepare and defend a research paper in time for the August supplementaries.

Assessment Feedback:
Most feedback will be delivered via meetings with supervisors.
There will be a formal opportunity to submit a first draft of the project 10-page paper for preliminary review to
i) provide feedback to the student and
ii) provide the student with an opportunity to make modifications to the paper before final submission.
A formal feedback procedure for the research project will be developed by the College of Engineering and is likely to
take the form of a summary of the student's performance as measured against the formal assessment criteria with
comments from the supervisor and second marker. For efficiency, it it likely that this will be delivered orally at the
end of the formal viva.
Module Content:
The nature of the research project varies from one student to another. The allotted project may involve survey of
literature, theoretical or experimental studies and computational studies. The academic staff of the College of
Engineering will produce a list of project descriptors and students will be given a chance to select a project - usually
over the summer before the start of the academic year.
Each student will be provided with an individual project and a supervisor. It is recommended that students meet their
supervisors at least once a fortnight to discuss progress. Each student must keep a logbook and this should be signed
by the supervisor at these meetings. It is the responsibility of the student to ensure that the logbook is signed.
Briefings on risk assessment, project management, research techniques, record keeping, report preparation and
presentation skills will be given. Precise assessment criteria, deadlines, submission formats and instructions will be
disseminated via the Blackboard web site.
A risk and ethical assessment for the project will be carried out in consultation with the supervisor and signed-off by
the student.
A project plan with stated aims, objectives and targets will be prepared by the student. The project plan must be
submitted by the end of October,. A progress report (2 pages) summarising progress against the plan is submitted at
the end of the first term.
A final report in the form of a Journal article (10 pages max) will be submitted for review before the end of the
spring term and final, "camera ready copy", taking account of reviewer's comments, must be submitted by the second
Monday following the Easter vacation.
Each student will attend an individual 30 minute viva voce examination at the end of the project period with 2
members of academic staff. A suitable presentation (10 minutes) should be prepared. At this time, the logbook will be
inspected by the examiners.
A full personal CV must be completed and a report on how the dissertation has enhanced the student's employability
will be prepared and assessed.

Intended Learning Outcomes:

After completing this module you should be able to operate in each of these three modes:
Engineer as Practitioner
define a project specifying the aims, objectives and realistic targets;
construct a project schedule and work to that schedule;
synthesise the various activities associated with the project;
evaluate available options, including budgetary, sustainability
and ethical considerations where relevant, and choose
appropriate solutions;
propose the development of a technical subject in some depth, largely on your own initiative and carry this out,
prepare a journal article summarising your work and submitting it for review.
Engineer as Scientist
write a technical report in the form of a short (8 page) journal article.
compose an oral presentation (plus PowerPoint) on the progress of your project and the results obtained and defend it
against critical appraisal;
Engineer as Professional
create a project plan, perform risk assessment and report on progress;
keep a log-book to record developments and progress;
prepare for employment by writing a full personal CV and reflecting on the benefits of the project in enhancing your
employability.
Reading List: Lester, James D, Writing research papers : a complete guide / James D. Lester, Longman, 2005.ISBN:
9780321356000
Lester, James D, Writing research papers : [electronic resource] a complete guide / James D. Lester, James D. Lester,
Jr, Pearson Education Limited, 2012.ISBN: 9781292054117
Barrass, Robert, Scientists must write : a guide to better writing for scientists, engineers and students / Robert Barrass,
Routledge, 2002.ISBN: 9780415269964
Barrass, Robert, Scientists must write [print and electronic] : a guide to better writing for scientists,engineers and
students / Robert Barrass, Chapman and Hall, 1978.ISBN: 0412154307
Mike Ashby, How to Write a Paper, Engineering Department, University of Cambridge, 2005.
Alisdair Montgomery, Susan Glen, Rebecca Kelleher, Library Support for Engineers.
Avoiding Plagiarism (Cardiff University).
Pears, Richard, Cite them right : the essential referencing guide / Richard Pears and Graham Shields, Palgrave
Macmillan, 2013.ISBN: 9781137273116
Lebrun, Jean-Luc, Scientific writing [electronic resource] : a reader and writer's guide / by Jean-Luc Lebrun, World
Scientific, c2007.
Day, Robert A, How to write and publish a scientific paper / Robert A. Day, Cambridge University Press, 1998.ISBN:
0521658799
Day, Robert A, How to write and publish a scientific paper / Robert A. Day and Barbara Gastel, Cambridge
University Press, 2012.ISBN: 9781107670747
Davis, Martha, Scientific papers and presentations / Martha Davis; illustrations by Gloria Fry, Academic Press,
1997.ISBN: 0122063708
Davis, Martha, Scientific papers and presentations [electronic resource] / Martha Davis ; illustrations by Gloria Fry,
Academic Press, 2004.
How to write a Paper in Scientific Journal Style and Format.
AccessEngineering [electronic resource] : authoritative content, immediate solutions, McGraw-Hill.
Additional Notes: Only available to students following an Engineering Degree Programme. There are five
compulsory submissions (a project plan and risk assessment; a progress report; an 10-page research paper, log book;
evidence of preparation for employment). In addition, attendance at a viva examination at which the project results
will be presented and the research paper defended is a compulsory part of the assessment. The College of Engineering
has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of coursework and continuous assessment.

EG-360 Dynamics 2
Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)
Module Aims: Building on Dynamics 1, this module introduces the students to matrix analysis in discrete massspring damper systems, natural frequencies and mode shapes, principle of orthogonality, normal coordinates, detailed
study of 2 degree of freedom systems, higher order systems, forced response, viscous damping, harmonic response,
response to general forces, continuous structures, energy methods, displacement models, Rayleigh and Rayleigh-Ritz
methods, methods of excitation, transducers, mounting structures, Fourier transforms in forced vibration, aliasing,
leakage, FRF estimation, coherence, peak picking, circle fitting, rotordynamics, co-ordinate systems, unbalance and
gyroscopic moments, the Jeffcott rotor, whirl, critical speeds, Campbell diagram.
Pre-requisite Modules: EG-260
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Lectures: 2 hours per week
Example classes: 1 hour per week
Lecturer(s): Professor MI Friswell
Assessment: Examination 1 (100%)
Assessment Description: Examination is closed-book.
The assignments are formative individual pieces of coursework - the first covering multi-degree of freedom systems,
including energy methods, and the second covering vibration measurement and rotordynamics. The assignment
submissions will take the form of reports summarising MATLAB analysis and simulation designed to reinforce the
lecture material. These formative assignments be marked with comments and returned as part of the learning process
but will not form part of the assessment for this module.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark
Assessment Feedback: Full worked solutions to the formative assignments, with MATLAB scripts where
appropriate, will be available on Blackboard. Comments will also be given on the reports submitted for the formative
assignments.
Standard university procedures for examination feedback.
Module Content: Matrix analysis in discrete mass-spring damper systems. Natural frequencies and mode shapes.
Principle of orthogonality. Normal coordinates. Detailed study of 2 degree of freedom systems. Higher order systems.
Forced response. Viscous damping, harmonic response. Response to general forces.
Continuous structures. Energy methods, displacement models. Rayleigh and Rayleigh-Ritz methods.
Experimental Modal Analysis. Methods of excitation, transducers, mounting structures. Fourier transforms in forced
vibration, aliasing, leakage, FRF estimation, coherence. Peak picking, circle fitting
Introduction to rotordynamics. Co-ordinate systems, unbalance and gyroscopic moments. The Jeffcott Rotor, whirl,
critical speeds, Campbell diagram.
Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and
understanding of basic vibration analysis, vibration measurement and elements of machine dynamics.
Reading List: Inman, D. J, Engineering vibration [print and electronic book] / Daniel J. Inman, contributions by
Ramesh Chandra Singh, Pearson Education Limited, 2014.ISBN: 9780273768449
Inman, D. J, Engineering vibration / Daniel J. Inman, Pearson/Prentice Hall, 2009.ISBN: 9780131363113
Dynamics of rotating machines / Michael Friswell ... [et al.], Cambridge University Press, 2010.ISBN:
9780521850162
Inman, D. J, Engineering vibration [print and electronic book] / Daniel J. Inman, contributions by Ramesh Chandra
Singh, Pearson Education Limited, 2014.ISBN: 9780273768449
Additional Notes: The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all
coursework and continuous assessment. Notes, worked examples and past papers for this module can be found on
Blackboard. Available to visiting and exchange students.

EG-381 Fracture and Fatigue

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)
Module Aims: To provide a detailed understanding of fracture mechanics and fatigue modelling of materials; relating
to real-world case studies and current cutting-edge research.
Pre-requisite Modules: EG-184; EG-213; EGA206
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Lectures: 20 hours
Directed private study: 50 hours
Preparation for assessment: 30 hours
Lecturer(s): Dr RE Johnston, Dr DH Isaac
Assessment: Examination 1 (100%)
Assessment Description: Assessment by 2 hour unseen written examination (100%)
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: Supplementary examination.
Assessment Feedback: Feedback will be provided via a document that highlights potential areas for improvement,
based on the examination. This will highlight common areas where mistakes were made, where improvements could
be included, and also good practice.
Also, standard Feedback Forms wil be completed and made available to students
Module Content: Static Fracture; theoretical strengths, ductile failure, brittle failure mechanisms, ductile to brittle
transitions
Fracture Mechanics; energy criteria, Griffith criterion, surface energy, crack-tip plasticity, strain energy release rate,
evaluation of toughness, G.
Stress intensity factors; plane strain and plane stress, crack opening modes, stress concentrations, local yielding.
Measurement of fracture toughness, KQ and K1C.
Fatigue; mechanisms, initiation and growth, mechanisms of initiation, fatigue fracture surfaces.
Stress and strain dependence of fatigue; S-N curves, low and high cycle fatigue, cycle softening and hardening,
hysteresis loops.
Damage tolerance approach to fatigue; stress intensity range, the Paris relationship, measurement of crack
propagation.
Fatigue crack thresholds.
Crack closure mechanisms; R values, stress reversals.
Intended Learning Outcomes: Knowledge and Understanding:
On successful completion of the module, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of:
- The behaviour of cracks in materials and the associated theoretical modelling of them.
- Fracture mechanics and how it can be used to prevent static and fatigue failure.
- How the structure of materials can be used to control the crack-growth behaviour.
- How to apply mathematical concepts to predicting crack behaviour and use this to design to avoid failure.
- The use of modern fracture mechanics methods to undertake materials design, predict lifetimes, and undertake
failure analysis.
- How to relate underlying microstructural details to engineering applications.
- The application of mathematical techniques to solve engineering design issues.
Reading List: Callister, William D, Materials science and engineering / William D. Callister, Wiley, 2010.ISBN:
9780470620601
Suresh, S, Fatigue of materials / S. Suresh, Cambridge University Press, 1998.ISBN: 9780521578479
Dieter, George Ellwood, Mechanical metallurgy / George E. Dieter, McGraw-Hill, c1988.ISBN: 0071004068
Additional Notes: Available for visiting students
Detailed course notes provided

EG-386 Engineering Management

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)
Module Aims: This module will develop skills relating to the management of financial and human resources within
the engineering sector. With respect to financial resources, the course will introduce the practice of accounting for
transactions within a new business so as to give the student a good appreciate of the balance sheet, profit & loss and
cash flow statements, which are essential components of a business plan. The course will also show students how to
interpret financial statements and how best to allocate financial resources between competing engineering projects.
With respect to human resources, the course will cover the basic concept of entrepreneurship before breaking down
the essential elements of a business plan. The course will give the more entrepreneurial students guidance about how
to go about commercializing their ideas and the less entrepreneurial students an understanding of what makes some of
their colleagues tick. The learn by example approach adopted for this module guides the student through the
complexities of financial and human resource management and encourages students to develop their own business
plans. Students will also be introduce to the subject area of ethics within business.
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Core Lectures 20 hours
Discipline Specific Lectures 10 hours
Private Study 70 hours
Lecturer(s): Dr M Evans, Dr CWH Dunnill, Professor MJ Mcnamee, Dr K Wada, Miss X Yin
Assessment: Examination (70%)
Coursework 1 (30%)
Assessment Description: The core component is assessed via a two hour multiple choice based examination
(contributing 70% to the module grade).
The programme specific components are assessed through one piece of coursework that is programme specific
(contributing 30% to the module grade).
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: Level 2 and Level 3(M) students will be offered the opportunity to resit the examination in
August. Coursework marks obtained during this semester will be carried forward for the resit attempt. Resit for level 3
is dependant on the student's overall performance.
Assessment Feedback: Students will receive feedback on their coursework, together with a model answer, within
three weeks of submission. Feedback for the examination will take place using the Colleges procedures for
distributing such feedback.

Module Content:
Section A. Core Component
Unit 1: Accounting Principles and the Balance Sheet (Lectures 1 & 2).
Assets, liabilities, shareholders equity, the balance sheet equation, the fundamental principle of accounting,
introduction to an new business venture (Crimebusters), European and British style balance sheets, double entry book
keeping, the accruals basis, expenses, prepayments, the matching principle, depreciation, going concern and
Crimebusters end of year balance sheet.
Unit 2: Constructing a Profit & Loss and Cash Flow Statement (Lecture 3).
Sales, Costs, Gross Profits, Operating profits, PBT, PAT, relation to Balance Sheet, Operating activities, Investing
activities, servicing of finance, taxation and financing.
Unit 3: Ratio Analysis (Lectures 4 & 5).
Qualifications on profit maximisation, the underlying operation and the funding structure, trend analysis and
benchmarking, return on capital employed, capital productivity, return on sales, gearing ratios: a lenders and
shareholders perspective, return on equity, liquidity and some other ratios. The balance sheet explanation of the 2008
credit crunch.
Unit 4: Investment Appraisal (Lectures 6 & 7).
Cash flows, payback, compounding and discounting, net present values, internal rates of return and decision trees for
capital budgeting.
Unit 5: Capital Budgeting methods (Lecture 8).
Linear programming for solving capital rationing problems: the objective function, the constraints, the mathematical
statement, the feasible region, the optimal solution, extreme points and special cases.
Unit 6: Entrepreneurship: Teambuilding & Finance (Lecture 9 & 10).
Teambuilding and Entrepreneurial Finance.
Unit 7: Entrepreneurship: Business Startups (Lecture 11 & 12).
Risk and Reward. How to set up a new company.
Unit 8: Entrepreneurship: The Business Plan (Lecture 13 & 14).
Intellectual Property Rights. How to write a business plan.
Unit 9: Business Ethics. (Lecture 15 & 16).
Engineering, ethics and professionalism: on how to wear an engineering hat and a professional one. These lectures
focus on the concept of professionalism in the business of engineering. Taking its cue from the Challenger disaster it
discusses a number of issues that can arise in commerce that may undermine sound engineering judgement and
professionalism.

Section B. Programme Specific Component

There are five programme specific components: Civil, Chemical (including Environmental), Mechanical (including
product design), Aerospace and General Engineering.
Lectures 17 to 22.
Civil Engineering. Lectures on risk assessment and health and safety within the construction sector.
Chemical Engineering. Lectures on project appraisal in the chemical industries.
Mechanical and Aerospace. Lectures on manufacturing processes and producing costing worksheets for specific
processes.
General Engineering. Lectures on modelling, simulating and then optimising manufacturing products and processes.
Intended Learning Outcomes:
After completing this module you should be aware of:
some of the "tools" that assist in the efficient use of financial & human resources in manufacturing;
how to construct, read and analyze financial data;
how to make critical investment decisions;
how to build financial statements for business plans;
legal, human and economic aspects of entrepreneurship;
the role of ethics in business.

Reading List: Chang, C. M, Engineering management : challenges in the new millennium / C.M. Chang, Pearson
Prentice Hall, 2005.ISBN: 9780131446786
Chelsom, John V, Management for engineers, scientists, and technologists / John V. Chelsom, Andrew C. Payne,
Lawrence R.P. Reavill, John Wiley & Sons, c2005.ISBN: 9780470021262
Barlow, John F, Excel models for business and operations management [print and electronic book] / John F. Barlow,
Wiley, c2005.ISBN: 9780470015094
Reynolds, A. J, The finances of engineering companies : an introduction for students and practising engineers / A. J.
Reynolds, Edward Arnold, 1992.ISBN: 0340568283
Additional Notes: Penalty for late submission of work: ZERO TOLERANCE.
The module is available to exchange students.
Notes, past papers and worked examples can be found on Blackboard.

EG-396 Computational Aerodynamics

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)
Module Aims: This module aims to present a series of numerical methods for simulating aerodynamic flows. The
governing equations of fluid dynamics and their simplification for inviscid incompressible irrotational flows will be
presented. The finite difference and the finite element methods will be applied to approximate the associated boundary
value problems.
Pre-requisite Modules: EG-189; EG-190; EG-293
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Lectures 20 hours
Example classes 10 hours
Directed private study 70 hours
Lecturer(s): Dr PD Ledger
Assessment: Examination 1 (80%)
Coursework 1 (20%)
Assessment Description: Examination:
2 hour examination in May/June (80%).
Coursework:
For the coursework (20%) you will be asked to compare the accuracy of finite difference and finite element schemes
for the simulation of incompressible irrotational inviscid flow problem with a known solution. You will be asked to
explore grid refinement for these schemes and compare your results to the analytical solution. You will also be asked
to explore the predicative capability of these numerical schemes for an Aerospace relevant example and present your
findings in a written report (<20 pages). This is an individual piece of coursework.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Second marking as sampling or moderation
Failure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark.
Assessment Feedback: An opportunity to have individual feedback on the coursework submission will be available.
A feedback form for the examination will be made available electronically.
Module Content: Vector calculus: grad, div and curl, divergence and stokes theorems.
Governing equation of fluid mechanics: Integral forms for the conservation of mass, linear momentum and energy.
Differential form of Navier Stokes equations and Euler equations. Simplifications for 2D irrotational incompressible
potential flow.
Numerical methods for inviscid irrotational potential flow: finite differences, finite elements.
Iterative solution techniques: stationary iterative solvers (eg Jacobi and Gauss-Siedal), conjugate gradients,
preconditioning and multigrid.
Theory will be demonstrated by the use of MATLAB codes.

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate a knowledge and
understanding of: computational aerodynamics.
An ability to: use advanced engineering mathematics techniques such as vector calculus operators and theorems.
An ability to: apply numerical techniques to perform computational analysis and know how to apply refinement to
improve computational accuracy.
An ability to: apply computational techniques to understand the performance of different airfoils.
An ability to: compare, validate different computational techniques and iterative solver techniques and recommend
action as to which is the best (or optimal) choice for a particular situation.
An ability to: apply advanced problem skills to adapt computational grids so that they are fit for purpose.
An ability to: apply computational techniques using in-house IT facilities and the use of the MATLAB software.
Reading List: Hirsch, Ch, Numerical computation of internal and external flows: [electronic book] fundamentals of
computational fluid dynamics / Charles Hirsch, Elsevier/Butterworth-Heinemann, 2007.ISBN: 9780080550022
Hirsch, Charles, Numerical computation of internal & external flows / Charles Hirsch. Vol.1, Fundamentals of
numerical discretization, Wiley, c1988.ISBN: 0471917621
Hirsch, Charles, Numerical computation of internal and external flows. Volume 2, Computational methods for
inviscid and viscous flows ; Charles Hirsch, John Wiley & sons, c1990.ISBN: 0471924520
Chorin, Alexandre Joel, A mathematical introduction to fluid mechanics / Alexandre J. Chorin, Jerrold E. Marsden,
Springer-Verlag, c1993.ISBN: 9780387979182

Additional Notes: Available to visiting students.

The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework and
continuous assessment.

EG-397 Propulsion
Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)
Module Aims: The course aims to provide a basic understanding of propulsion systems in order to contribute to
graduating students obtaining a holistic understanding of the aerospace sector. The course includes:- Propulsion unit requirements for subsonic and supersonic flight
- Piston engine components and operation
- Propeller theory
- Gas turbine engines: operation, components and cycle analysis
- Thermodynamics of high speed gas flow
- Efficiency of components
- Rocket motors: operation, components and design
- Dynamics of rocket flight
- Environmental issues
Pre-requisite Modules: EG-161; EG-261; EG-293
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Lectures: 20 hours
Example classes: 10 hours
Reading/Private Study: 40 hours
Preparation for Assessment: 30 hours
Lecturer(s): Dr MT Whittaker
Assessment: Examination 1 (80%)
Coursework 1 (10%)
Coursework 2 (10%)
Assessment Description: 2 Hr examination (80%)
Assignment 1 - Piston engines - Summative assessment (10%). This coursework aims to develop understanding of the
workings of, and calculations for, piston engines and propellers. This is an individual piece of coursework.
Assignment 2 - Gas turbines/rockets - Summative assessment (10%). This coursework aims to develop understanding
of the workings of, and calculations for gas turbine and rocket engines including high speed gas flows. This is an
individual piece of coursework.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark
Assessment Feedback: Written feedback provided on coursework assignments.
Verbal feedback provided through model answers on coursework assignments in examples classes.
Module Content: Propulsion unit requirements for subsonic and supersonic flight
Piston engine components and operation
Propeller theory
Gas turbine engines: operation, components and cycle analysis
Thermodynamics of high speed gas flow
Efficiency of components
Rocket motors: operation, components and design
Dynamics of rocket flight
Environmental issues

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module you should be able to demonstrate:
a knowledge and understanding of:
Propulsion techniques used for aircraft, spacecraft and helicopters
Thermodynamic principles involved in propulsion systems
Propulsion system choice based on performance, operation, maintainence and noise
an ability to:(thinking skills)
Describe various types of propulsion system and where they are most applicable
Describe the thermodynamic performance of a propulsion system
Describe the basic performance characteristics of engines relevant to the performance of the craft which they power
an ability to: (practical skills)
Apply the principles of propulsion to real world situations, including input data for the Aerospace flight simulator
Utilise design data to make accurate calculations about fuel and thrust requirements
Reading List: Cengel, Yunus A, Thermodynamics : an engineering approach / Yunus A. Cengel and
Michael A. Boles ; adapted by Mehmet Kanoglu, McGraw-Hill, 2011.ISBN: 9780071311113
Mattingly, Jack D, Elements of propulsion [print and electronic] : gas turbines and rockets / Jack D. Mattingly ;
foreword by Hans von Ohain, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c2006.ISBN: 9781563477799
Stine, G. Harry, Handbook of model rocketry / G. Harry Stine and Bill Stine, J. Wiley, c2004.ISBN: 9780471472421
Logsdon, Tom, Orbital mechanics : theory and applications / Tom Logsdon, Wiley, c1998.ISBN: 0471146366
Cumpsty, N. A, Jet propulsion : a simple guide to the aerodynamics and thermodynamic design and performance of jet
engines / Nicholas Cumpsty, Cambridge University Press, 2003.ISBN: 9780521541442
Archer, R. Douglas, Introduction to aerospace propulsion / R. Douglas Archer, Maido Saarlas, Prentice Hall,
c1996.ISBN: 0131204963
Additional Notes: Available to visiting students.
The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework and
continuous assessment
Assessment: 20% Coursework, 80% examination
Notes, past papers and supporting material for this module can be found on Blackboard

EGA301 Composite Materials

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)
Module Aims: This module provides a detailed coverage of the structure, properties, processing and applications of
composite materials. It focuses particularly on their engineering use in applications such as the automotive, marine
and aerospace sectors. The module covers polymer, ceramic and metal matrix composites.
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
20 hrs Lectures
10 hrs Example classes/Tutorials
70 hrs Directed private study
Lecturer(s): Dr JC Arnold
Assessment: Examination 1 (85%)
Coursework 1 (15%)
Assessment Description: Assessment is via a 2-hour examination at the end of the Semester and a coursework
assignment worth 15%.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: Resit examination.
Assessment Feedback: Standard examination feedback form available for all students after the examination.
Module Content: A detailed coverage of current polymer, metal and ceramic matrix composite systems, focusing on
their performance envelope, advantages and limitations.
The units will cover the following:
- The components and their attributes - an overview (reinforcements, matrices and interfaces), (3 hrs)
- Properties of the matrix materials (Thermosets/thermoplastics, metals, ceramics, structure and mechanical
behaviour), (2 hrs)
- Properties of fibres and particles (Glass fibres, organic fibres, carbon fibres, ceramic particles and fibres; processing,
structure, mechanical response), (2 hrs)
- Composite manufacture (Plies, weaves, preforms, moulding, pultrusion, filament winding, powder metallurgy,
casting spraying), (2 hrs)
- Mechanics of reinforcement (Rule of mixtures, anisotropy, laminate structures, stress- strain response), (2 hrs)
- Basic stress analysis and failure mechanisms (Stress transfer and partitioning, multiple failure events, progression of
fracture, toughness), (5 hrs)
- Fatigue design considerations (Damage progression, reinforcement effects); (4 hrs)
Intended Learning Outcomes: A detailed understanding and wide-ranging knowledge of the engineering usage of
composite materials.
Appreciation of the important inter-relationship between structure, processing and properties for advanced materials.
The ability to undertake structural design calculations for composite materials.
Reading List: Matthews, F. L, Composite materials : engineering and science / F.L. Matthews and R.D. Rawlings,
CRC Press, 1999.ISBN: 0849306213
Matthews, F.L, Composite materials : [print and electronic book] engineering and science / F.L. Matthews and R.D.
Rawlings, Woodhead Pub, 1999.ISBN: 9781855734739
Composite materials for aircraft structures [print and electronic] / [edited by] Alan Baker, Stuart Dutton, Donald
Kelly, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c2004.ISBN: 1563475405
Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.

EGA302A Aerospace Engineering Design 3

Credits: 20 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 and 2 (Sep-Jun Taught)
Module Aims: The module is a group design project for level 3 aerospace engineering students. Students are required
to design an aerospace vehicle from an initial set of mission requirements and constraints through concept design to
detailed design and flight testing. It requires students to draw on knowledge from a range of modules across the
aerospace engineering course. Each student will specialise in one of six areas: aerodynamics, structure, materials &
propulsion, weight& performance, control systems or dynamics & stability.
Groups will be required to submit a series of design reports at each stage in the design process as well as deliver
presentations to the rest of the class. Each student will also take a turn acting as chief engineer and a reflective essay is
required after the student's time as the chief engineer.
By the end of the module students should have an understanding of the process and complexities involved in
designing an aerospace vehicle from scratch and appreciate the multi-disciplinary nature of this task.
Pre-requisite Modules: EG-263
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
16 hours of lectures
4 hours of feedback classes
40 hours of lab classes
40 hours of drop-in sessions
Lecturer(s): Dr BJ Evans
Assessment: Group Work - Presentation (5%)
Group Work - Coursework (15%)
Group Work - Presentation (10%)
Group Work - Practical (10%)
Group Work - Coursework (40%)
Group Work - Coursework (5%)
Group Work - Project (15%)
Assessment Description: Assessment 1: Concept design presentation
Assessment 2: Preliminary design report
Assessment 3: Detailed design progress presentation
Assessment 4: Model fabrication and/or flight testing
Assessment 5: Final report and poster
Assessment 6: Chief engineer reflection
Assessment 7: Individual contribution and peer review

Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit

Failure Redemption: Re-submission may be possible as deemed by University regulations
Assessment Feedback: Lectures will provide feedback on presentations during lecture and laboratory sessions.
Written assessments will be submitted via turnitin with electronic feedback provided via Blackboard.
Weekly drop-in sessions will be provided for ongoing feedback.
Module Content: Group design project of a multi-disciplinary nature and involving conceptual, preliminary and
detailed design. The project will have the opportunity for industrial links and applications. Students will be required to
produce highly technical design concepts whilst evaluating manufacturing and cost implications. Each student will be
required to take responsibility for particular aspects of the design during the term which will form an important part of
the assessment process. The work will be presented in the form of group project reports and group presentations.

Intended Learning Outcomes: After completing this module the student should be able to undertake a 'total design'
activity to industrial design problems. Develop a viable design solution to a specific customer requirement and to
identify both manufacturing issues and financial implications. To participate in, and lead a team design activity taking
in the 'total design' process and management skills in relation to decision-making and business development in a
typical group environment.
By the end of this course students should have:
"A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of scientific principles
and methodology necessary to underpin their education in their
engineering discipline, and an understanding and know-how of the
scientific principles of related disciplines, to enable appreciation of the
scientific and engineering context, and to support their understanding
of relevant historical, current and future developments and
technologies"
"Knowledge and understanding of mathematical and statistical
methods necessary to underpin their education in their engineering
discipline and to enable them to apply a range of mathematical and
statistical methods, tools and notations proficiently and critically in the
analysis and solution of engineering problems"
Awareness of developing technologies related to own specialisation
"A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of mathematical and
computational models relevant to the engineering discipline, and an
appreciation of their limitations"
"Understanding of concepts from a range of areas, including some
outside engineering, and the ability to evaluate them critically and to
apply them effectively in engineering projects."
"Understanding of engineering principles and the ability to apply them
to undertake critical analysis of key engineering processes"
"Understanding of, and the ability to apply, an integrated or systems
approach to solving complex engineering problems"
"Understand and evaluate business, customer and user needs,
including considerations such as the wider engineering context, public
perception and aesthetics"
"Demonstrate wide knowledge and comprehensive understanding of
design processes and methodologies and the ability to apply and
adapt them in unfamiliar situations"
"Understanding of the need for a high level of professional and ethical
conduct in engineering, a knowledge of professional codes of conduct
and how ethical dilemmas can arise"
"Knowledge and understanding of the commercial, economic and
social context of engineering processes"
"Knowledge and understanding of management techniques, including
project and change management, that may be used to achieve
engineering objectives, their limitations and how they may be applied
appropriately"
"Understanding of the requirement for engineering activities to promote
sustainable development and ability to apply quantitative techniques
where appropriate"

"Awareness of relevant legal requirements governing engineering

activities, including personnel, health & safety, contracts, intellectual
property rights, product safety and liability issues, and an awareness
that these may differ internationally"
"Knowledge and understanding of risk issues, including health &
safety, environmental and commercial risk, risk assessment and risk
management techniques and an ability to evaluate commercial risk"
"Understanding of the key drivers for business success, including
innovation, calculated commercial risks and customer satisfaction."
"Ability to identify, classify and describe the performance of systems
and components through the use of analytical methods and modelling
techniques"
"Ability to apply quantitative and computational methods, using
alternative approaches and understanding their limitations, in order to
solve engineering problems and to implement appropriate action"
"Ability to use fundamental knowledge to investigate new and
emerging technologies"
"Ability to extract and evaluate pertinent data and to apply engineering
analysis techniques in the solution of unfamiliar problems."
"Investigate and define the problem, identifying any constraints
including environmental and sustainability limitations; ethical, health,
safety, security and risk issues; intellectual property; codes of practice
and standards"
"Work with information that may be incomplete or uncertain, quantify
the effect of this on the design and, where appropriate, use theory or
experimental research to mitigate deficiencies"
"Apply advanced problem-solving skills, technical knowledge and
understanding to establish rigorous and creative solutions that are fit
for purpose for all aspects of the problem including production,
operation, maintenance and disposal"
"Demonstrate the ability to generate an innovative design for products,
systems, components or processes to fulfil new needs."
"Understanding of contexts in which engineering knowledge can be
applied (eg operations and management, application and
development of technology, etc)"
Ability to apply relevant practical and laboratory skills
Knowledge of relevant legal and contractual issues
"Understanding of appropriate codes of practice and industry
standards"
"Awareness of quality issues and their application to continuous
improvement"
Ability to work with technical uncertainty

"A thorough understanding of current practice and its limitations, and

some appreciation of likely new developments"
"Understanding of different roles within an engineering team and the
ability to exercise initiative and personal responsibility, which may be
as a team member or leader."
"Exercise initiative and personal responsibility, which may be as a team
member or leader."
"Plan and manage the design process, including cost drivers, and
evaluate outcomes"
Reading List: Roskam, Jan, Airplane design. Part I, Preliminary sizing of airplanes / by Jan Roskam, Roskam
Aviation and Engineering Corp, 1985-2005.ISBN: 9781884885426
Corke, Thomas, Design of aircraft / Thomas Corke, Pearson Education, 2002.ISBN: 0130892343
Jenkinson, Lloyd R, Aircraft design projects [print and electronic] : for engineering students / Lloyd R. Jenkinson,
James F. Marchman III, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, Inc. ;, 2003.ISBN: 1563476193
Tools and tactics of design / Peter G. Dominick ... [et al.], Wiley, 2001.ISBN: 0471386480
Eggert, Rudolph J, Engineering design / Rudolph J. Eggert, Pearson/Prentice Hall, c2005.ISBN: 9780131433588
Additional Notes: There will be a ZERO TOLERANCE policy for late submission of coursework on this module.
Not available to visiting and exchange students.

EGA320 High Performance Materials and Selection

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)
Module Aims: This module aims to increase the depth of knowledge and understanding of material selection for
various engineering applications. This also outline the range of high performance materials currently employed for
various structural applications, mainly within the aerospace industry.
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
20 hours lectures
10 hours examples classes
70 hours personal directed study
Lecturer(s): Dr L Prakash
Assessment: Assignment 1 (20%)
Examination 1 (80%)
Assessment Description: Assignment 1: blackboard exam
Examination 1: 2 hours written examinations asking students attempt 3 out of 4 questions.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: A supplementary examination will form 100% of the module mark
Assessment Feedback: Feedbacks will be provided through following channels:
1. Examination feedback will be provided via College template which is made available to all students after the
examination is marked.
2. Overview of generic issues from 20% assessments;
Module Content: - Materials Properties: mechanical, electrical, thermal, magnetic properties
-Types of High Performance Materials: high strength steel, titanium, Nickel, magnesium and metal matrix composites
- Materials property charts
- Materials Selection: basics, selection strategy
- Materials Selection: Case Studies for aerospace, automotive or other high performance engineering applications
- Materials Processing and Process Selection
- Materials Life Cycle
Intended Learning Outcomes: At the end of this module students should:
- have a thorough understanding of relevant materials properties
- have a good knowledge of a wide range of high performance materials
- be able to derive material requirements from design specifications
- be able to systematically select appropriate materials based on requirements
- be able to develop material performance equations for the materials selection process
- have an understanding of the relevant manufacturing processes
Reading List: Ashby, M. F, Materials selection in mechanical design / Michael F. Ashby, Butterworth-Heinemann,
2011.ISBN: 9781856176637
Ashby, M. F, Materials selection in mechanical design [electronic resource] / Michael F. Ashby, ButterworthHeinemann, 2005.
Campbell, F. C, Manufacturing technology for aerospace structural materials / F.C. Campbell, Elsevier, 2006.ISBN:
1856174956
Callister, William D, Materials science and engineering / William D. Callister, Wiley, 2010.ISBN: 9780470620601
Mouritz, Adrian P, Introduction to aerospace materials / A. Mouritz, Woodhead, 2012.ISBN: 9781855739468
Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.
The College of Engineering has a ZERO TOLERANCE penalty policy for late submission of all coursework and
continuous assessment

EGA321 Satellite Systems

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 1 (Sep-Jan Taught)
Module Aims: This module introduces students to earth orbiting satellites, their launch, the environment they operate
in and how they are controlled before moving on to satellies communcation technologies, applications of earth
orbiting satellites and the technologies behind this.
Pre-requisite Modules: EG190; EGA215
Co-requisite Modules: EG-335
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
Lectures 20 hours.
Example classes 10 hours.
Direct private study 70 hours.
Lecturer(s): Dr I Sazonov
Assessment: Assignment 1 (10%)
Assignment 2 (15%)
Examination 1 (75%)
Assessment Description: 2 hour examination in January (75%).
As a part of coursework (25%) you will be asked to solve different problems on Gas dynamics and answer theoretical
questions.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: An opportunity for you to redeem failures will be available within the rules if the University.
Assessment Feedback: An opportunity to have individual feedback on the coursework submission will be available.
A feedback for the examination will be made available electronically.
Module Content: - satellites and the space environment they operate in
- small satellite engineering (small, micro, mini, nao, pico)
- satellite launch, attitude dynamics & kinematics, stabilization, thruster control
- systmes components of satellites (electrical, telemetry, satellite control, thermal control, communications)
- space communication technologies
+ communication payload
+ digital communication technologies
+ uplinks, downlinks, intersatellite links
+ earth stations
- applications and related technology: TV, GPS and Galileo, satellite phones, earth observation, weather prediction,
climate change observation, sensors, etc
Intended Learning Outcomes: At the end of this module students will:
- have a good knowledge of various satellites
- have an understanding of how they are launched, their orbits and their control
- have a good knowledge of the systems of a satellite
- have an advanced understanding of satellite communication technologies
- have a good knowledge of satellite applications
Reading List: Sidi, Marcel J, Spacecraft dynamics and control : a practical engineering approach / Marcel J. Sidi,
Cambridge University Press, 2000.ISBN: 0521787807
Spacecraft systems engineering / edited by Peter Fortescue, Graham Swinerd, John Stark, Wiley, 2011.ISBN:
9780470750124
Maral, Gerard, Satellite communications systems : systems, techniques and technology / Gerard Maral,
Michel Bousquet, John Wiley, 2009.ISBN: 9780470714584
Additional Notes: Available to visiting and exchange students.
PENALTY: ZERO TOLERANCE FOR LATE SUBMISSION.

EGA341 Space Propulsion and Power Systems

Credits: 10 Session: 2015/16 Semester 2 (Jan - Jun Taught)
Module Aims: The module will introduce past, current and future technology used in the propulsion and power
systems of space applications. The technologies covered will include those relevant to the launch phase, manoeuvring
and deep space missions.
Pre-requisite Modules:
Co-requisite Modules:
Incompatible Modules:
Format:
30hours of lectures,
70 hours of directed study
Lecturer(s): Mr Z Jelic, Dr K Wada
Assessment: Coursework 1 (20%)
Examination 1 (80%)
Assessment Description: The coursework will require the student to undertake an exercise related to solid rocket
motor design and power calculation. The coursework will be an individual exercise.
The examination will require three questions out of four to be answered. The duration of the examination will be 2.0
hours. The examination wll be closed book.
Moderation approach to main assessment: Universal second marking as check or audit
Failure Redemption: A failure will be redeemed through an examination. This examination will contribute 100 % of
the module mark.
Assessment Feedback: Feedback on the coursework will be provided through Blackboard. Dependent on the nature
of the assignment this may be the solution to the coursework, marked version of the students individual submission or
via a marking rubric.
Feedback on the examination will be via the College of Engineering examination feedback form.
Module Content: - Rocket Propulsion Introduction: thrust, impulse, specific impulse; Ideal Rocket and Ideal Rocket
Nozzle: Ideal performances, characteristic velocity C* and thrust coefficient Cf
- Real Nozzles : Convergent Divergent Nozzle Geometry, Nozzle flow, Over-expansion, Under-expansion, Nozzle
Losses
- Chemical Propulsion - Classification of the Propellants: Liquid, Solid, Hybrid
- Rocket propellants thermochemistry: molar mass , enthalpy, Gibbs free energy, specific heat ratio and adiabatic
flame temperature calculation for combustion product mixture; Chemical equilibrium analysis and calculations:
chemical kinetic, equilibrium flow, frozen flow
- Liquid rocket engines: interior ballistics engine cycles, injection process, combustion pressure, pressure drops, and
characteristic length;
- Solid rocket motors: propellant grain shapes, interior ballistics, burning rate, combustion chamber pressure, thermal
sensitivity, two phase flow
- Hybrid rocket motors: interior ballistic, propellant grain, steady-state operation
- Liquid rocket engine subsystems: turbo pumps, valves, injectors, piping. Liquid rocket engine control: ignition,
thrust vector, thrust magnitude control
- Heat transfer inside rocket engines: convection, conduction and radiation; thermal insulation, ablative protection,
radiative, film, dump and regenerative cooling;
- Thin walled structures solid rocket combustion chambers, liquid rocket combustion chambers, liquid rocket
propellant tanks
- Nuclear Thermal Rocket Engine
- Electric Propulsion Systems (Thrusters): electromagnetism, charged particles ionization of gases, plasma
- Electrothermal Propulsion: Resistojets, Arcjets, Electrical Discharges
- Electromagnetic Propulsion: Lorentz Force, MagnetoPlasmaDynamic Thrusters, Pulsed Plasma Thrusters
- Electrostatic Propulsion: Ion Engines, Hall Thrusters, Field Emission Electric Propulsion
- Solar sail and solar power sail
- Spacecraft Energy Systems, Onboard Electrical Power Sources, Power Generation, Storage and Distribution
- Power Sources: batteries, fuel cells, radio isotope generators, nuclear reactors, solar power, solar cells
- Power Storage: accumulators, regenerative fuel cells, flywheels
- Power Distribution, Power Regulation and Control

Intended Learning Outcomes: By the end of this module students will be able to:
Describe the various propulsion systems and their advantages during different mission stages, for example launch,
manoeuvring and deep space missions (Assessed in the examination)
Describe the energy systems used on spacecraft including the power sources, power storage devices and power
distribution (Assessed in the examination)
Design aspects of a rocket motor (Assessed in the coursework)
Calculate the performance of propulsion system (Assessed in the coursework)
Reading List: Sutton, George Paul, Rocket propulsion elements [print and electronic book] / George P. Sutton and
Oscar Biblarz, Wiley, 2010.ISBN: 9780470080245
Turner, Martin J. L, Rocket and spacecraft propulsion [print and electronic book] : principles, practice and new
developments / Martin J.L. Turner, Springer published in association with Praxis Pub, c2009.ISBN: 9783540692027
Oates, Gordon C, Aerothermodynamics of gas turbine and rocket propulsion [print and electronic book] / Gordon C.
Oates, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c1997.ISBN: 9781563472411
Fundamentals of hybrid rocket combustion and propulsion [electronic resource] / edited by Martin J. Chiaverini,
Kenneth K. Kuo, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c2007.ISBN: 1563477033
Mattingly, Jack D, Elements of propulsion [print and electronic] : gas turbines and rockets / Jack D. Mattingly ;
foreword by Hans von Ohain, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c2006.ISBN: 9781563477799
Advanced propulsion systems and technologies, today to 2020 [electronic resource] / edited by Claudio Bruno,
Antonio G. Accettura, American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics, c2008.
Musha, Takaaki, Field propulsion system for space travel [electronic resource] : physics of non-conventional
propulsion methods for interstellar travel / edited and authored by Takaaki Musha & Yoshinari Minami, Bentham
Books, 2011].ISBN: 9781608052707
Goebel, Dan M, Fundamentals of electric propulsion [electronic resource] : ion and Hall thrusters / Dan M. Goebel,
Ira Katz, Wiley, c2008.ISBN: 9780470429273
Nuclear space power and propulsion systems [electronic resource] / edited by Claudio Bruno, American Institute of
Aeronautics and Astronautics, Inc, 2008.ISBN: 9781563479519
Brown, Charles D, Spacecraft propulsion [electronic resource] / Charles D. Brown, American Institute of Aeronautics
and Astronautics, 1996.ISBN: 1563471280
Frontiers of propulsion science [electronic resource] / edited by Marc G. Millis, Eric W. Davis, American Institute of
Aeronautics and Astronautics, 2009.
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