Structural Engineering 1

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2009:

421-208 Mechanics of Solids or equivalent

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Topics covered include elements of structural behaviour; basic modes of structural action; analysis of statically determinate systems and stability using a variety of approaches; flexural strength theory of structural concrete members with passive and/or active reinforcement, shear, deflection, anchorage and stress development; strength theory of reinforced concrete columns, including the use of interaction diagrams and loading lines to deal with slenderness effects; and concrete design project.

At the conclusion of this subject students should be able to analyse for internal actions and deformations in simple truss and frame structure members arising from a variety of loading states. In addition, students will be able to carry out designs of reinforced concrete frames consisting of beams and columns.

One 3-hour examination (80%), and practical work consisting of one assignment of up to 750 words, and a design project of up to 3000 words, to be held throughout the semester (20%).

This subject is not available as a breadth subject.

• ability to apply knowledge of basic science and engineering fundamentals
• in-depth technical competence in at least one engineering discipline
• ability to utilise a systems approach to design and operational performance
• ability to undertake problem identification, formulation and solution