Course Title: Analysis of Complex Structures

Part A: Course Overview

Course Title: Analysis of Complex Structures

Credit Points: 12.00

Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

CIVE1143

City Campus

Undergraduate

120H Civil, Environmental & Chemical Engineering

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2006,
Sem 1 2007,
Sem 1 2009,
Sem 1 2010,
Sem 1 2011,
Sem 1 2012,
Sem 1 2013,
Sem 1 2014,
Sem 1 2015,
Sem 1 2016

CIVE1143

City Campus

Undergraduate

120H Civil, Environmental & Chemical Engineering

Face-to-Face or Internet

Spring2016

CIVE1143

City Campus

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

Sem 1 2017,
Sem 1 2018,
Sem 1 2019,
Sem 1 2020,
Sem 1 2021,
Sem 1 2022,
Sem 1 2023,
Sem 1 2024

CIVE1144

SHAPE, VTC

Undergraduate

120H Civil, Environmental & Chemical Engineering

Face-to-Face

Offsh 3 11,
Offsh3 13,
Offsh3 14

Flexible Terms

Course Code

Campus

Career

School

Learning Mode

Teaching Period(s)

CIVE1144

SHAPE, VTC

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

OFFSep2020 (VC12)

CIVE1144

SHAPE, VTC

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

OFFSep2022 (VC17)

CIVE1144

SHAPE, VTC

Undergraduate

172H School of Engineering

Face-to-Face

OFFSep2023 (All)

Course Coordinator: Dr Srikanth Venkatesan

Course Coordinator Phone: +61 3 9925 1963

Course Coordinator Email: srikanth.venkatesan@rmit.edu.au

Course Coordinator Location: 10.12.028C

Course Coordinator Availability: As displayed on the office door.


Pre-requisite Courses and Assumed Knowledge and Capabilities

Assumed Knowledge
Knowledge of shear force and bending moment diagrams, deflection of simple beams, analysis of forces in trusses, solving simple integration and matrices problems is highly desirable. Numerical, analytical and problem-solving capabilities are essential to undertake this course.


Course Description

This course introduces the theories relevant to the analysis of indeterminate structures subjected to transverse and lateral loads by scaffolding the knowledge from structural analysis and statics courses. Topics covered include qualitative analysis of beam and framed structures, application of force method, stiffness method of analysis to beams and frames using slope-deflection method and matrix stiffness methods.

Through problem solving sessions and possible planned laboratory activities, this course is designed to develop skills in understanding and evaluating indeterminate structures based on analytical methods such as force method and displacement methods. Laboratory and other group or individual work may provide an opportunity for testing the application of analytical skills covered in the course material. This course may enhance the conceptual understanding and may lead to the development of cognitive skills that are relevant to professional practice as a structural engineer. 

Whilst CIVE1143 Analysis of complex structures is based in the City Campus, laboratory work or other hands on work may take place in Bundoora East campus from 2021 onwards. Please consult with your course coordinator for more information. 

 

If you are enrolled in this course as a component of your Bachelor Honours Program, your overall mark will contribute to the calculation of the weighted average mark (WAM).  

See the WAM information web page for more information. 


Objectives/Learning Outcomes/Capability Development

This course contributes to the following Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) for BH077 - Bachelor of Engineering (Civil and Infrastructure) (Honours):

1.1. Comprehensive theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.

1.2. Conceptual understanding of mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.

1.6. Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.

2.1. Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering solving.

For more information on the program learning outcomes for your program, please see the program guide.  


Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:

  1. Gain an understanding of various methods of analysing indeterminate structures.
  2. Apply force method of analysis.
  3. Apply stiffness method analysis to beams and frames using both slope deflection method and matrix stiffness method.
  4. Gain an understanding of approximate methods of structural analysis.


Overview of Learning Activities

You will be actively engaged in a range of learning activities such as lectorials, tutorials, practicals, laboratories, seminars, project work, class discussion, individual and group activities. Delivery may be face to face, online or a mix of both. 

You are encouraged to be proactive and self-directed in your learning, asking questions of your lecturer and/or peers and seeking out information as required, especially from the numerous sources available through the RMIT library, and through links and material specific to this course that is available through myRMIT Studies Course


Overview of Learning Resources

RMIT will provide you with resources and tools for learning in this course through myRMIT Studies Course. 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. 

There are services available to support your learning through the University Library. The Library provides guides on academic referencing and subject specialist help as well as a range of study support services. For further information, please visit the Library page on the RMIT University website and the myRMIT student portal
 


Overview of Assessment

The course involves two major and one minor assessment task 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 a minor laboratory component and the final assessment. Details of each assessment are given In the Part B course guide.

This course has no hurdle requirements.

Assessment Tasks

Assessment Task 1: Video Project assignment  
Weighting: 50%
This assessment supports CLOs 1 - 4
This is timed assessment that may be taken at any time within a 24-hour period.

Assessment Task 2: Lab report (Lab and online, 2 weeks)
Weighting: 10%
This assessment supports CLOs 1, 3, and 4

Assessment 3: End of semester assignment
Weighting: 40%  
This assessment supports CLOs 1 - 4.
This is an online assessment of maximum 2 hours duration that may be taken at any time within a 24-hour period.

If you have a long-term medical condition and/or disability it may be possible to negotiate to vary aspects of the learning or assessment methods. You can contact the program coordinator or Equitable Learning Services if you would like to find out more.