Structural Theory and Design

Subject CVEN30009 (2012)

Note: This is an archived Handbook entry from 2012.

Credit Points:

12.50

Level:

3 (Undergraduate)

Dates & Locations:

This subject has the following teaching availabilities in 2012:

Semester 2, Parkville - Taught on campus.

Pre-teaching Period Start	not applicable
Teaching Period	not applicable
Assessment Period End	not applicable
Last date to Self-Enrol	not applicable
Census Date	not applicable
Last date to Withdraw without fail	not applicable

Timetable can be viewed here. For information about these dates, click here.

Time Commitment:

Contact Hours: 48 hours per semester ( Lectures: 36 hours, Laboratory/Tutorial/Design workshops: 12 hours)
Total Time Commitment: 120 hours

Prerequisites:

Succesful completion of BOTH of the following subjects is required to enrol:

Subject

Study Period Commencement:

Credit Points:

ENGR20004 Engineering Mechanics

January, Semester 1, Semester 2

12.50

ENGR20003 Engineering Materials

Semester 2

12.50

Note: ENGR20003 Engineering Materials may be taken concurrently

OR Admission to Master of Engineering

Corequisites:

Recommended Background Knowledge:

None

Non Allowed Subjects:

None

Core Participation Requirements:

Coordinator

Dr Tuan Ngo

Contact

Associate Professor Nelson Lam

ntkl@unimelb.edu.au

Subject Overview:	This subject introduces the basic methods of structural analysis and the design of simple structures which are built mainly of reinforced concrete and steel. A feature of this subject is the integration of the design and analytical skills in dealing with contemporary structures that have an effective blending of materials for achieving satisfactory performance and economy in construction
Objectives:	On completion of this subject students should be able to: Analyse stresses in beams due to combined axial, bending and torsional loads Calculate deflections in beams by double integration methods and unit load method Calculate deflections in frames by unit load method Conduct stability analysis of simple systems including the buckling of columns and stress amplifications Analyse using the force method for solving indeterminate systems of beams and frames Design steel beams, columns and ties, and simple bolted and welded connections Design reinforced concrete one-way slabs, simple beams and compression-only columns, and basic detailing Design timber joists and masonry squat walls Design simple structural systems taking into account the design load cases
Assessment:	One 3 hour examination, end of semester (70%) One 1000 word assignment (in groups of 3 students), due Week 8 (6%) Four x 250 word laboratory reports, due throughout the semester (6% each, total of 24%)
Prescribed Texts:	None
Breadth Options:	This subject potentially can be taken as a breadth subject component for the following courses: Bachelor of Arts Bachelor of Commerce You should visit learn more about breadth subjects and read the breadth requirements for your degree, and should discuss your choice with your student adviser, before deciding on your subjects.
Fees Information:	Subject EFTSL, Level, Discipline & Census Date
Generic Skills:	Students successfully completing this subject should develop the following general skills: Ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals Ability to undertake problem identification, formulation, and solution Ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance Proficiency in engineering design Ability to conduct an engineering project Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large Ability to manage information and documentation Capacity for creativity and innovation Understanding of professional and ethical responsibilities, and commitment to them Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, as a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member Capacity for lifelong learning and professional development
Related Course(s):	Bachelor of Engineering Bachelor of Engineering (Civil Engineering)
Related Majors/Minors/Specialisations:	B-ENG Civil Engineering stream Civil (Engineering) Systems major Civil Systems Environments Discipline subjects Master of Engineering (Civil) Master of Engineering (Structural) Science-credited subjects - new generation B-SCI and B-ENG. Core selective subjects for B-BMED.

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