Introduction to Structures
Semester 1, 2019
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Structural forms and systems. Analysis of determinate systems, elasticity. Engineering beam theory, elasticity, failure theories. Introduction to structural design.
Prerequisite: ENGGEN 121 or 150 Restriction: ENVENG 210
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Engineering beam theory + plane section properties: Student should be able to apply beam theory to solve for bending stress problems for symmetrical and asymmetrical sections under biaxial bending with possible simultaneous axial load. This will draw on understanding of plane section properties. Students will also be introduced to beam shear and be able to evaluate shear stress distribution and shear flow for open and closed thin-walled sections. Students should also be able to apply moment curvature relationship to solve for bending deflections, as well as be able to apply moment curvature relationship to solve simple indeterminate structure problems. Students should recognise that Moment-Area method is an alternative to the moment curvature technique. |
ENGA01: engineering knowledge (4) ENGA02: problem analysis (3) ENGK01: theory of natural sciences (3) ENGK02: mathematical modelling (4) UOA_1: Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice (2) UOA_3: Solution Seeking (1) |
Test 3 - Bending theory, Stress and Strains HW Assignment 4&5 Project Final Exam |
Basic Principles: Student will be able to understand basic concepts of structural behaviour - loading, support, internal actions, strength, stiffness and stability. They will be able to apply knowledge in a range of typical structures. |
ENGA01: engineering knowledge (4) ENGA02: problem analysis (3) ENGK01: theory of natural sciences (3) ENGK02: mathematical modelling (4) ENGK04: specialist knowledge (1) UOA_1: Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice (2) UOA_2: Critical Thinking (1) |
Test 1 - Basic Skills Test HW Assignment 1 Test 2 - Statics & Load Collation HW Assignment 2 Project Final Exam |
Elasticity: Students should be able to evaluate different principal stress and strains and their corresponding planes, and then use these to check failure using different failure criteria. Student should also be able to conduct calculations relating stress and strains in simple 3D situations. |
ENGA01: engineering knowledge (4) ENGA02: problem analysis (3) ENGK01: theory of natural sciences (3) ENGK02: mathematical modelling (4) UOA_1: Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice (2) |
Test 3 - Bending theory, Stress and Strains HW Assignment 4&5 HW Assignment 3 Project Final Exam |
Design loads and methods: Understanding ultimate and serviceability limit states, characteristic loads and strengths, load factors and strength reduction factors. Ability to apply concepts in design exercise and projects. |
ENGA01: engineering knowledge (4) ENGA02: problem analysis (3) ENGK01: theory of natural sciences (3) ENGK02: mathematical modelling (4) ENGK03: abstraction and formulation (4) ENGK05: engineering design (3) UOA_1: Disciplinary Knowledge and Practice (2) UOA_2: Critical Thinking (1) UOA_3: Solution Seeking (1) |
Test 2 - Statics & Load Collation HW Assignment 2 Project Final Exam |
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