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Program of Civil Engineering (English)

CE482

STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS II

Course Code
CE482
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Perform the structural analysis of 2D and 3D frame systems using the direct stiffness method and specialized techniques,
  2. Explain and apply the fundamental concepts of the principle of virtual work, nonlinear analysis, and the finite element method,
  3. Calculate and interpret the behavior of structures under different loading conditions,
  4. Develop solutions to engineering problems by using structural analysis software.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme ComponentsNone
Course DescriptionReview of basic concepts of structural analysis, direct stiffness analysis of 2D and 3D frame structures, special techniques in stiffness analysis and structures, virtual work principles based on virtual displacements, introduction to finite element method, nonlinear analysis of frame structures for large deflections.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction and Summary of Basic Concepts
2nd Week Virtual Work Principles Based on Virtual Displacements
3rd Week Virtual Work Principles Based on Virtual Displacements
4th Week Direct Stiffness Analysis of 2D and 3D Framed Structures
5th Week Direct Stiffness Analysis of 2D and 3D Framed Structures
6th Week Direct Stiffness Analysis of 2D and 3D Framed Structures
7th Week Special Techniques in Stiffness Analysis of Structures
8th Week Midterm
9th Week Special Techniques in Stiffness Analysis of Structures
10th Week Nonlinear Analysis of Framed Structures for Large Deflections
11th Week Nonlinear Analysis of Framed Structures for Large Deflections
12th Week Introduction to Finite Element Method
13th Week Introduction to Finite Element Method
14th Week Commercial Structural Analysis Software
15th Week Commercial Structural Analysis Software
Recommended or Required ReadingReference:
W. McGuire, R. H. Gallagher, and R. D. Ziemian, Matrix Structural Analysis, 2nd Edition, Wiley, 2001.
Additional Resources:
Uang, C. M., Leet, K. M., Fundamental Structural Analysis, 2nd Ed., McGraw-Hill, 2005.
Amin Ghali , Adam Neville, Tom G. Brown Structural Analysis: A Unified Classical and Matrix Approach, 6th Ed. 2009.
Cook, R. D., Malkus, D. S., Plesha, M. E., Witt, R. J., Concepts and Applications of Finite Element Analysis, 4th Ed., Wiley, 2002.
McGuire, W., Gallagher, R. H., and Ziemian, R.D., Matrix Structural Analysis, 2nd Edition, Wiley, New York, 2000.
Wang, C. K., Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis, 2nd Ed., International Textbook, Scranton, Pa., 1970.
Meek, J. L., Matrix Structural Analysis, McGraw-Hill, New York, 1971.
Weaver, W., Jr., and Gere, J. M., Matrix Analysis of Framed Structures, 2nd Ed., Van Nostrand Reinhold, New York,1980.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Problem Solving
  • Practice
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 35
Assignment 4 15
Attendance 1 5
Total(%) 55
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 55
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 45
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2 2
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam 1 50 50
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 30 30
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2 2
Homework 4 6 24
Total Work Load150
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No

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