CIV2226

Design of concrete and masonry structures ( 6 points, SCA Band 2, 0.125 EFTSL)

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Offered:
Clayton Second semester 2006 (Day)

Synopsis: This unit introduces students to reinforced concrete and masonary design. Three major topics areas are basic concrete materials technology, reinforced concrete analysis and design, and masonry basics and design. The unit provides a balanced coverage of the practical construction aspects, analytical methods and design aspects.

Objectives: At the completion of this unit students should have the following knowledge and skills: 1. basic concepts in concrete technology 2. types of cements, aggregates, and admixtures in concrete 3. properties of fresh and hardened concrete 4. concepts of strength and serviceability limit states, load and capacity reduction factors 5. specifications for durability and fire resistance 6. preparation and critical evaluation of concrete specifications 7. concrete mix deign and ability to assess concrete mix proportions for various applications 8. estimation of loads and their representation on structures 9. basic analysis of slabs in the floor system 10. detailed computer analysis of frames 11. design and detail reinforced concrete beams, slabs and columns for strength and serviceability limit states 12. interpret and use concrete structures and loading codes of practice 13. use available analysis and design computer packages and other design aids 14. basic design of masonry walls 15. preparation of design drawings.

Assessment: Practical/project work, tests and laboratory work: 50% + Examination (2 hours): 50%. To achieve a pass in the unit the student must pass both the exam and cumulative assessment component.

Contact Hours: Three hour lecture, two hour practice class and seven hours of private study per week

Prohibitions: CIV2223