CIV5888 Advanced computational methods
Faculty of Engineering
CIV5888 Advanced computational methods is a level 5, 6-credit-point, postgraduate unit from the Faculty of Engineering, offered in 2021 in Semester 2 at Clayton and Suzhou (SEU). It has no prerequisites.
- Credit points
- 6
- Offered in 2021
- Semester 2
- Clayton, Suzhou (SEU)
- Assessment
- No exam
- 4 tasks
- Workload
- 144 hours
- per semester
This is the 2021 handbook entry. See the 2027 entry.
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Requisites
Before CIV5888
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After CIV5888
No unit lists CIV5888 as a prerequisite in the 2021 handbook.
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Overview
This unit provides you with knowledge and skills in the application of advanced numerical and computational techniques for the solution of complex problems in infrastructure systems. Structural, soil and rock mechanical behaviours will be examined through the use of finite element analysis, emerging meshless methods and constitutive models. Applications to practical problems are key aspects of the learning covered. Finally, the management, visualization, and analysis of large quantities of data will complete the necessary skill set for you to manage 21st-century infrastructure systems.
Offerings in 2021
| Teaching period | Campus | Mode |
|---|---|---|
| Second semester | Clayton | De |
| Second semester | Clayton | On campus |
| Term 3 | Suzhou (SEU) | On campus |
Assessment
- Project 1: Finite element methodThreshold hurdle20%
- Project 2: Material constitutive modellingThreshold hurdle20%
- Project 3: Program with mesh-free particle methodThreshold hurdle20%
- Final assessmentThreshold hurdle40%
Learning outcomes
When you finish this unit, you should be able to:
- 1
Explain the theoretical basis behind finite element and meshless methods.
- 2
Select suitable constitutive models for different material types.
- 3
Apply finite element and meshless methods to practical problems in structural, soil and rock mechanics.
- 4
Present, explain, and interpret the results of a computational analysis to specialist and non-specialist audiences.
- 5
Explain the suitable techniques for the management and visualisation of large quantities of data, typical of infrastructure systems.
Workload and teaching
- Lectures12 hours
- Practical activities12 hours
- Teaching approachActive learning
- Teaching approachProblem-based learning
- Teaching approachPeer assisted learning
- Teaching approachEnquiry-based learning
- Teaching approachResearch activities
The minimum total expected workload to achieve the learning outcomes for this unit is 144 hours per semester typically comprising a mixture of 3-6 hours of scheduled learning activities and 6-9 hours of independent study per week. Scheduled activities may include a combination of teacher-directed learning, peer-directed learning and online engagement. Independent study may include associated readings, assessment and preparation for scheduled activities.
Where it fits
CIV5888 is part of 2 areas of study in the 2021 handbook.
Contacts
- Chief Examiners
- Professor Jayantha Kodikara
- Unit Coordinators
- Dr Ivan Zhang
- Professor Jayantha Kodikara
Common questions
What are the prerequisites for CIV5888?
CIV5888 has no prerequisites.
When is CIV5888 offered?
In 2021, CIV5888 runs in Semester 2 at Clayton and Suzhou (SEU).
How much work is CIV5888?
The handbook expects about 144 hours of study across the semester. No students have rated its difficulty yet.
Does CIV5888 have an exam?
No. CIV5888 has 4 assessment tasks and no exam.
Which majors and minors include CIV5888?
CIV5888 is part of Civil engineering and Civil engineering - Infrastructure systems.