CIV2223

Design of concrete structures (4 points)

(ENG)

Leader: J G Sanjayan and R Al-Mahaidi

Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2003 (Day)
Clayton Second semester 2004 (Day)

Synopsis: Concrete as a structural material. Properties of hardened concrete, serviceability and strength analysis of RC sections, design of beams in flexure, shear design of beams, detailing of reinforcement, analysis of interaction of axial compression and bending, strength design of columns, basic concepts in concrete technology, concrete mix design, cement, aggregates and admixtures, properties of fresh concrete.

Assessment: Examination (2 hours): 50% + Practical/project work: 50%

Contact Hours: 26 lectures, 26 hours of tutorial/workshop classes

Prerequisites: ENG1201