CVE3122

Structural engineering 4

Q Le

4 points
* 26 lecture hours and 26 tutorial hours
* Second semester
* Caulfield/Clayton
* Prerequisites: CVE3121

Objectives An understanding is to be gained of the behaviour, theoretical analysis and design application of basic reinforced concrete building members.

Synopsis Structured functions and behaviour of basic building components: beams, floor slabs, columns, pad footings. Use of loading code AS1170.1. Assessment of loads from architectural drawings. Concept of limit state design. Theory of ultimate strength for beam section in bending. Analysis and design of beams using simplified method. Shear analysis and design for shear reinforcement. Behaviour and design of one-way slabs, two-way slabs supported on four edges, two-way flat slabs, pad footing. Use of commercial computer software package for beam and slab design. Preparation of design sketches showing structural and reinforcement details. Visit to construction sites.

Assessment Examination (3 hours): 80%
* Design assignment: 20%

Prescribed texts

Warner R F and others Reinforced concrete 3rd edn, Longman Cheshire, 1989