Unit Outline
ENG435
Computational Engineering
Semester 1, 2025
Gholamreza Kefayati
School of Engineering
College of Sciences and Engineering
CRICOS Provider Code: 00586B
Unit Coordinator
Gholamreza Kefayati
Email: Gholamreza.Kefayati@utas.edu.au
What is the Unit About?
Unit Description
 
Students are introduced to the state-of-the-art numerical methods and the application of Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in civil and mechanical engineering. The unit is delivered in three parts. The first two parts provide knowledge and skills to design, derive and implement FEA and CFD methods to solve partial differential equations. In the third part, students extend their knowledge and skills in an area selected from geotechnical, structural, hydraulic, heat transfer, vibration, acoustics and/or multi-physics problems.
A supplementary assessment task is granted to students who achieve a final grade within the range of 45% to 49%. The supplementary assessment task may involve either the resubmission of a previously failed task or the completion of a new task, as determined by the Unit Coordinator. It will be designed to allow students to demonstrate their achievement of the relevant Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs).
Intended Learning Outcomes
As per the Assessment and Results Policy 1.3, your results will reflect your achievement against specified learning outcomes.
On completion of this unit, you will be able to:
1
Explain the basic theory behind the computational mechanics methods.
2
Control the various source of errors and limitations of finite element analysis (FEA) and computational fluid dynamics (CFD) to ensure accurate solutions to problems in engineering applications.
3
Solve continuum mechanics problems in one or more domains of civil and mechanical engineering using computational software.
Requisites
REQUISITE TYPE
REQUISITES
Pre-requisite
ENG222 or KNE216
ENG313 or KNE351
KMA252 or KME271
KME272
Alterations as a result of student feedback
The assessment descriptions for labs and assignments have been updated to improve clarity.
 
 
Teaching arrangements
ATTENDANCE MODE
TEACHING TYPE
LEARNING ACTIVITY
CONTACT HOURS
FREQUENCY
On Campus
Tutorial
Software application and work on assignments (Semester weeks 2, 3, 5, 6)
2
Once only (4 times)
Seminar
Keynote lecture on the application of computational engineering in tackling real-world challenges (Semester weeks 1 and 4)
2
Once only (2 times)
Workshop
Problem solving and Q&A sessions focusing on Assignment 3 (Semester weeks 7-13)
2
Once only (6 times)
Online
Lecture (Online)
Computational engineering theory and application (Semester weeks 1-6)
2
Once only (6 times)
Attendance / engagement expectations
If your unit is offered On campus, it is expected that you will attend all on-campus and onsite learning activities. This is to support your own learning and the development of a learning community within the unit. If you are unable to attend regularly, please discuss the situation with your course coordinator and/or our UConnect support team.

If your unit is offered Online or includes online activities, it is expected you will engage in all those activities as indicated in the Unit Outline or MyLO, including any self-directed learning.

If you miss a learning activity for a legitimate reason (e.g., illness, carer responsibilities) teaching staff will attempt to provide alternative activities (e.g., make up readings) where it is possible.
 
Tutorial Attendance: Students are expected to attend all scheduled tutors.
Active Participation: Students are expected to actively participate during lectures, tutorials, and workshops asking questions, engaging in discussions, and contributing to the noted classes.
Pre-Class Preparation: Before attending classes, students should review the assigned materials, including lecture notes, readings, and any preliminary exercises. This will help them engage in meaningful discussions and better understand the topics.
 
 
How will I be Assessed?
 
For more detailed assessment information please see MyLO.
Assessment schedule
ASSESSMENT TASK #
ASSESSMENT TASK NAME
DATE DUE
WEIGHT
LINKS TO INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES
Assessment Task 1:
Assignment
Week 5
25 %
LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 2:
Assignment
Week 8
25 %
LO1, LO2
Assessment Task 3:
Project
Week 13
50 %
LO3
 
Assessment details
Assessment Task 1: Assignment
Task Description:
Finite Element Analysis Assignment
Task Length:
10-15 pages
Due Date:
Week 5
Weight:
25 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
1
Provide accurate solutions to a range of computational mechanics problems
LO1
2
Calculations are correct, neatly presented with appropriate significant figures and units
LO2
 
Assessment Task 2: Assignment
Task Description:
Computational Fluid Dynamics Assignment
Task Length:
10-15 pages
Due Date:
Week 8
Weight:
25 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
 
1
Provide accurate solutions to a range of computational mechanics problems
LO1
2
Calculations are correct, neatly presented with appropriate significant figures and units
LO2
 
Assessment Task 3: Project
Task Description:
Design extension project
Task Length:
20 A4 pages
Due Date:
Week 13
Weight:
50 %
 
CRITERION #
CRITERION
MEASURES INTENDED
LEARNING OUTCOME(S)
1
Provide accurate solutions to a range of computational mechanics problems
LO3
2
Critically analyze the results from commercial finite element or computational fluid dynamics software package
LO3
3
The report is presented in such a manner that a technically competent person can easily follow and achieve similar results if repeated
LO3
 
 
 
How your final result is determined
To pass this unit, you need to demonstrate your attainment of each of the Intended Learning Outcomes, achieve a final unit grade of 50% or greater, and pass any hurdle tasks.
To satisfy ILO 1, students must achieve an average mark of at least 50% on assessments related to ILO 1, specifically in Assessment Tasks 1 and 2.
To satisfy ILO 2, students must achieve an average mark of at least 50% on assessments related to ILO 2, specifically in Assessment Tasks 1 and 2.
To satisfy ILO 3, students must achieve an average mark of at least 50% on assessments related to ILO 3, specifically in Assessment Task 3.
 
Academic progress review
The results for this unit may be included in a review of your academic progress. For information about progress reviews and what they mean for all students, see Academic Progress Review in the Student Portal.
Submission of assignments
Where practicable, assignments should be submitted to an assignment submission folder in MYLO. You must submit assignments by the due date or receive a penalty (unless an extension of time has been approved by the Unit Coordinator). Students submitting any assignment in hard copy, or because of a practicum finalisation, must attach a student cover sheet and signed declaration for the submission to be accepted for marking.
Academic integrity
Academic integrity is about acting responsibly, honestly, ethically, and collegially when using, producing, and communicating information with other students and staff members.

In written work, you must correctly reference the work of others to maintain academic integrity. To find out the referencing style for this unit, see the assessment information in the MyLO site, or contact your teaching staff. For more detail about Academic Integrity, see Important Guidelines & Support.
Requests for extensions
If you are unable to submit an assessment task by the due date, you should apply for an extension.
 
A request for an extension should first be discussed with your Unit Coordinator or teaching support team where possible. A request for an extension must be submitted by the assessment due date, except where you can provide evidence it was not possible to do so. Typically, an application for an extension will be supported by documentary evidence: however, where it is not possible for you to provide evidence please contact your Unit Coordinator.
 
The Unit Coordinator must notify you of the outcome of an extension request within 3 working days of receiving the request.
Late penalties
Assignments submitted after the deadline will receive a late penalty of 5% of the original available mark for each calendar day (or part day) that the assignment is late. Late submissions will not be accepted more than 10 calendar days after the due date, or after assignments have been returned to other students on a scheduled date, whichever occurs first. Further information on Late Penalties can be found on the Assessments and Results Procedure.
 
Review of results and appeals
You are entitled to ask for a review of the marking and grading of your assessment task if there is an irregularity in the marking standards or an error in the process for determining the outcome of an assessment. Details on how to request a review of a mark for an assignment are outlined in the Review and Appeal of Academic Decisions Procedure.