Course Title: Structural Analysis
Part A: Course Overview
Course Title: Structural Analysis
Credit Points: 12.00
Terms
Course Code |
Campus |
Career |
School |
Learning Mode |
Teaching Period(s) |
CIVE1188 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
120H Civil, Environmental & Chemical Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2006, Sem 2 2007, Sem 2 2008, Sem 2 2009, Sem 2 2010, Sem 2 2011, Sem 2 2012, Sem 2 2013, Sem 2 2014, Sem 2 2016 |
CIVE1188 |
City Campus |
Undergraduate |
172H School of Engineering |
Face-to-Face |
Sem 2 2017, Sem 2 2018, Sem 2 2019, Sem 1 2020, Sem 1 2021, Sem 1 2022, Sem 1 2023, Sem 1 2024 |
Course Coordinator: Dr. Srikanth Venkatesan
Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 1963
Course Coordinator Email: srikanth.venkatesan@rmit.edu.au
Course Coordinator Location: 10.12.14
Course Coordinator Availability: as displayed on the door
Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities
None. Basic Physics and Statics knowledge will be useful.
Course Description
This course introduces modeling and design of structural elements subjected to transverse loads (beams). It builds on prior knowledge and skills of analysis and design of structural members subjected to axial loads and trusses.
You will learn to evaluate internal forces, moments and corresponding stresses in beams through problem solving sessions and possible laboratory activities. This knowledge will be applied to a real-life design project, developing skills in design of structures to satisfy functional and strength requirements.
This course provides foundation knowledge, skills and their application which are relevant to subsequent courses in Civil Engineering.
Whilst CIVE1188 Structural Analysis is based in the City Campus, laboratory work or other hands on work may take place in the Bundoora East Campus from 2021 onwards. Please consult with your course coordinator for more information.
Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for BH077 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) for students who commenced their program prior to 2023:
1.1. Comprehensive, theory-based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
2.2. Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
3.2. Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.
3.6. Effective team membership and team leadership.
This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes for BH077 Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours) for students who commenced their program in 2023:
- PLO1: Demonstrate an in-depth understanding and knowledge of fundamental engineering and scientific theories, principles and concepts and apply advanced technical knowledge in specialist domain of engineering.
- PLO2: Utilise mathematics and engineering fundamentals, software, tools and techniques to design engineering systems for complex engineering challenges.
- PLO4: Apply systematic problem solving, design methods and information and project management to propose and implement creative and sustainable solutions with intellectual independence and cultural sensitivity.
- PLO5: Communicate respectfully and effectively with diverse audiences, employing a range of communication methods, practising professional and ethical conduct.
- PLO7: Collaborate and contribute as an effective team member in diverse, multi-level, multi-disciplinary teams, with commitment to First Nations peoples and globally inclusive perspectives and participation.
On completion of this course you should be able to:
- Identify the internal forces and moments in beams to develop shear force and bending moment diagrams;
- Assess section properties, bending and deflections in beams;
- Evaluate shear stresses in beams;
- Analyse stress transformations in structural elements.
Overview of Learning Activities
You will solve a range of problems related to the subtopics in the course material. Minor laboratory component may be involved. Predominantly requires individual study interspersed with collaborative discussion. This course is supported by the CANVAS learning management system
Total study hours: You will undertake the equivalent of four hours per week in intensive lecture and tutorial sessions. In addition, you can expect to spend a minimum of four hours per week in independent study.
Overview of Learning Resources
Prescribed text, recommended references and a learning package will be used as required. Further, access to computers, free software and Laboratory resources will be provided during the course as required.
Overview of Assessment
The course involves three major assessment tasks which are designed aligning with the expected outcomes of the course. They are a major report on a real structure during the semester with three sub tasks and the final assessment. Details of each assessment are given below.
Note that:
☒This course has no hurdle requirements.
Assessment tasks Assessment Task 1: Cardboard project Weighting 10% This assessment task supports CLO 2. Assessment Task 2: Video Project assignment Weighting 40% This assessment task supports CLOs 1 to 4. This is an online timed assessment that may be taken at any time within a 24 hour period. Assessment Task 3: Lab report (Lab and online, 2 weeks) Assessment 3: End of semester assignment Weighting 40% This assessment supports CLOs 1 to 4.
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