Introduction to structural engineering (6 points)
(ENG)
Leader:
Offered:
Gippsland Second semester 2004 (Day)
Gippsland Second semester 2005 (Day)
Synopsis:
Objectives: As a project based unit, this unit should develop the student's : Knowledge/Understanding · understanding of the way in which civil engineers investigate and solve problems, including the need to understand the environment in which the problem is embedded · knowledge of basic design · knowledge of basic structural form and how structures carry load; static equilibrium; limit state concepts; truss analysis and stability; shear force and bending moment diagrams; buckling and serviceability; equilibrium and compatibility Skills · ability to acquire knowledge in the pursuit of solving engineering problems · ability to make critical observations of engineering problems and to successfully apply the acquired knowledge · specific skills related to the analysis and design of simple structural elements · communication skills, in both oral and written forms · computer skills and knowledge of one structural analysis software package. Attitudes · appreciation of the relevance of engineering knowledge to engineering practice · confidence in the ability to tackle new engineering problems, particularly in the structural design environment, through the development of the above skills, knowledge and understanding.
Assessment: Examination (3 hours): 40% + Coursework: 60% + Students must pass both examination and coursework components
Contact Hours: 24 lectures, 24 hours of practice classes and 3 hours site visits
Prohibitions: ENG1201
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