CIVILEN 5310
Transcript Abbreviation:
Struct Analysis
Course Description:
Analysis of frame structures by force and displacement methods using matrices.
Course Levels:
Undergraduate (1000-5000 level)
Graduate (5000-8000 level)
Designation:
Elective
General Education Course:
(N/A)
Cross-Listings:
(N/A)
Credit Hours (Minimum if “Range”selected):
3.00
Max Credit Hours:
3.00
Select if Repeatable:
Off
Maximum Repeatable Credits:
(N/A)
Total Completions Allowed:
(N/A)
Allow Multiple Enrollments in Term:
No
Course Length:
14 weeks (autumn or spring)
12 weeks (summer only)
Off Campus:
Never
Campus Location:
Columbus
Instruction Modes:
In Person (75-100% campus; 0-24% online)
Prerequisites and Co-requisites:
Prereq: 4310 (531).
Electronically Enforced:
No
Exclusions:
Not open to students with credit for 735.
Course Goals / Objectives:
Provide a solid foundation in the mathematical formulation and computational aspects of Matrix Structural Analysis Methods
Learn structural modeling techniques for analysis of practical structures using
computer programs based on matrix methods
computer programs based on matrix methods
Check if concurrence sought:
No
Contact Hours:
| Topic | LEC | REC out-of-class | REC in-class | Weekly LAB out-of-class | Weekly LAB in-class |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction, Review of Matrix Algebra and Basis Concepts (Chapter 1 & Appendix A) | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Introduction to flexibility and stiffness methods: Review of Matrix Algebra; Stiffness analysis of One-dimensional bars; Structures with specified non-zero displacements and Thermal Effects; Stiffness Analysis of Two-Dimensional Trusses | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Plane Truss Element Stiffness Matrix : Coordinate Transformations and Global; Stiffness Matrix; Trusses with support movements; Temperature Changes and Fabrication errors; Stiffness Analysis of Beams and Two-Dimensional (Plane) Frames | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Beam Element Stiffness Matrix: 2-D Frame Element Stiffness Matrix Transformation Matrix for the Frame Element; Non-Nodal Loads; Thermal Effects in Beams and Frames; Support Movements in Beams and Frames | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Force Method (Flexibility Analysis):Introduction; Basic Equations for Flexibility Method; The Flexibility Method for Trusses | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| The Flexibility Method for Beams: Computer Modeling Issues and Additional Topics | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Discussion of Bandwidth: Combining Different Elements to Model a Structure;Elastic and Inclined Supports; Internal Hinges in Beam and Frame Elements; Non-Uniform Members; Modeling and Analysis of Roof and Bridge Trusses Using Computer Programs | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Stiffness Analysis of Three-Dimensional (Space) Trusses | 3.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Space Truss Element Stiffness Matrix: Coordinate Transformation and Global Stiffness Matrix; Stiffness Analysis of Grids | 6.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Grid Element Stiffness Matrix, Coordinate Transformation and Global Stiffness Matrix | 0.0 | 0.0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 |
| Total | 39 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Grading Plan:
Letter Grade
Course Components:
Lecture
Grade Roster Component:
Lecture
Credit by Exam (EM):
No
Grades Breakdown:
| Aspect | Percent |
|---|---|
| homeworks | 15% |
| midterm 1 and 2 (25% each) | 50% |
| final | 35% |
Representative Textbooks and Other Course Materials:
| Title | Author | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Matrix Analysis of Structures | Sennet, R.E. |
ABET-CAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-ETAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
ABET-EAC Criterion 3 Outcomes:
(N/A)
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