| Unit name | Methods of Structural Analysis |
|---|---|
| Unit code | CENG20019 |
| Credit points | 20 |
| Level of study | I/5 |
| Teaching block(s) |
Teaching Block 4 (weeks 1-24) |
| Unit director | Professor. Alexander |
| Open unit status | Not open |
| Pre-requisites |
Introductory Structural Analysis (CENG10007) or equivalent and Engineering Mathematics 1 (EMAT10100) or equivalent |
| Co-requisites |
None |
| School/department | School of Civil, Aerospace and Design Engineering |
| Faculty | Faculty of Engineering |
This unit introduces students to methods of structural analysis e.g., to analyse simple frames in bending by hand; to understand the behaviour of structural members (e.g., beams of varying cross-section) under different loading conditions and to calculate the stresses generated, to use numerical analysis techniques commonly encountered in engineering thus allowing students to develop their ability to critically appraise results obtained using these methods in the form of a concise report.
By the end of this course, successful students will be able to:
(1) Qualitatively draw the forces and deflections for complex structures;
(2) Analyse continuous beams, simple 2D frames in bending & beams of varying sections under torsional loads;
(3) Calculate failure loads of typical structural elements;
(4) Structure complex problems in a systematic approach;
(5) Employ numerical analysis techniques to solve these problems using a computer;
(6) Assess the validity of numerically obtained results and evaluate the limitations of utilized analysis techniques.
Teaching will be delivered through a combination of synchronous and asynchronous sessions, which may include lectures, practical activities supported by drop-in sessions, problem sheets and self-directed exercises.
Group assignment report 50%(ILOs 2, 4, 5, & 6).
Short coursework assignment (1 week) 50% (ILOs 1-4).
