Fatigue and fracture (BYG540)
The course aims to impart an understanding of structural integrity and its main themes of material properties, applied stress and defects or cracks. The underlying science of fracture mechanics is fundamental to the course and the practical application of these concepts to structures is also covered, as are fatigue; welding; welding defects and non-destructive testing.
Course description for study year 2024-2025. Please note that changes may occur.
Facts
Course code
BYG540
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
5
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
English
Offered by
Time table
Content
Central topics are welding flaws, degradation mechanisms, inspection, condition assessment, failure analysis. Specific topics are: linear elastic fracture mechanics, elastic-plastic fracture mechanics, fracture mechanics testing, fatique, crack growth, failure assessment diagrams, BS7910 and R6 methods, non-destructive examination. Some work on finite element analysis.
Learning outcome
Knowledge:
- Possess a fundamental understanding of fracture mechanics, fracture mechanics testing, weld defects, inspection and structural integrity.
- Understand concepts of fracture mechanisms., linear-elastic fracture mechanics, elastic-plastic fracture mechanics, fatigue crack growth, failure assessment diagrams, failure investigations, condition assessment and non-destructive testing.
Skills:
- Identify degradation mechanisms in structures in-service.
- Specify suitable inspection methods.
- Specify fracture mechanics tests and interpret the results.
- Calculate fatigue life based on crack growth concepts.
- Calculate acceptance criteria for use in NDT based on characteristic fracture parameters.
- Understand complex analyses based on current assessment Standards such as BS7910, API579 and R6 methods.
General competence:
- Plan and conduct simple integrity assessments
- Understand comparatively complex analyses conducted in industry
Required prerequisite knowledge
None
Exam
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written exam | 1/1 | 3 Hours | Letter grades | English-Norwegian dictionary, Norwegian-English dictionary, Valid calculator, |
Written exam on paper.
Course teacher(s)
Course coordinator:
Kenneth Alasdair MacdonaldCourse teacher:
Fredrik BjørheimHead of Department:
Mona Wetrhus MindeMethod of work
3 hours of lectures per week.
Overlapping courses
| Course | Reduction (SP) |
|---|---|
| Structural Integrity (MOK110_1) | 5 |
Open for
Exchange programme at Faculty of Science and Technology
Course assessment
There must be an early dialogue between the course supervisor, the student union representative and the students. The purpose is feedback from the students for changes and adjustments in the course for the current semester.In addition, a digital subject evaluation must be carried out at least every three years. Its purpose is to gather the students experiences with the course.