Learning Outcomes |
On successful completion of this module the learner will be able to: |
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Learning Outcome Description |
LO1 |
Calculate the deflection curve equation and analyse the distribution of shear force and bending moment on statically determinate and indeterminate single span beams using Macauly's method |
LO2 |
Explain the concepts of real work and strain energy and apply Castigliano’s theorems to simply beam analysis problems. To apply the method of Virtual Work to calculate deflections and forces in beams and pin jointed structures and resolve forces in statically indeterminate beams and trusses |
LO3 |
Apply stress and strain transformation equations and calculate principle stresses and strains |
LO4 |
To explain the concept of buckling of struts and derive the Euler buckling formula for struts with pinned and encastré ends and to apply these |
LO5 |
To calculate the distribution of shear force and bending moment in continuous beams using the Slope Deflection method and the Moment Distribution method. |
LO6 |
Apply loads to structural elements in accordance with the relevant National and European design standards |
LO7 |
Describe and design structural elements in steelwork in accordance with the relevant National and European design standards |
LO8 |
Use appropriate software tools to analysis and design structural elements to the relevant National and European design standards. |
LO9 |
Describe and design structural elements in reinforced concrete in accordance with the relevant National and European design standards. |
LO10 |
To understand the implications of long and short term sustainability (construction and long term carbon footprint ) when selecting a particular material and construction type and method, and the long term implications of construction maintenance. |
Indicative Content |
Mechanics of Solid - Compound Stresses
(i) Superpositions
(ii) Combined axial and flexural stresses
(iii) The Dam problem
(iv) Unsymmetrical bending
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Mechanics of Solids - Plane Stress and Strain
(i) Equations for the transformation of plane stress and plane strain
(ii) Principle stresses and strains
(iii) Maximum shearing stress and strain
(iv) Mohr's circle of stresses and strain
(v) Strain measurements rosettes
(vi) Relationship between E, G and u
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Mechanics of Solids - Buckling and Related Topics
(i) Euler buckling theory of struts
(ii) Real behaviour of Struts 1. Initial curvature 2. Eccentric loadings 3. Allowable stress in steel struts- Perry- Robertson formula
(iii) The secant formula
(iv) Southwell Plot
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Structural Analysis - Energy Methods
(i) Definition of work and energy in structures
(ii) Strain energy and strain energy theorems (Castigliano)
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Structural Analysis - Virtual Work / Force Method of Analysis
(i) Definition of Virtual Work
(ii) Application - Unit load method for deflections - Truss, cantilever, SS beam
(iii) Forces in statically indeterminate structures - beams, trusses.
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Structural Analysis - Stiffness
(i) Stiffness Influence coefficients
(ii) Member stiffness and flexibility equations
(iii) Transformation of axes
(iv) Slope deflection method - continuous beams
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Structural Analysis - Introduction to Moment Distribution
(i) Terminology, sign convention, theory
(ii) Application of moment distribution method to continuous beams
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Structures Laboratory
(i) Stress Strain plot for steel bar to failure.
(ii) Deflection plot for simply supported beam, cantilever and continuous beams
(iii) Strain measurements on beam using electronic rosettes
(iv) Behaviour of struts
(v) Modulus of Rigidity
(vi) Law of the Lever
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Structural Design - Introduction to Structural Design
a) Irish standards b) British standards c) European standards d) Ultimate limit state e) Serviceability limit state f) Characteristic loads g)
Design loads h) Load combinations i) Design methods
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Structural Design - Design of Reinforced Concrete Elements
a) Singly reinforced rectangular section b) Doubly reinforced rectangular section c) Flanged sections d) Minimum and maximum areas of reinforcement e) Cover requirements for durability and fire f) Analysis of continuous members g) Moments redistribution h) Tension reinforcement and curtailment i) Shear reinforcement j) Deflection k) One way and two way spanning reinforced concrete slabs l) Reinforced concrete columns
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Structural Design - Design of Structural Steelwork Elements
a) Types of steel structures b) Material properties c) Steel sections, dimensions and properties d) Classification of sections e) Moment and shear resistance f) Deflection g) Design of Restrained and unrestrained beams h) Design of tension members i) Design of compression members j) Use and types of steel trusses k) Design of steel trusses l) Simple connections in structural steelwork m) Beam to column connections n) Beam to beam connections
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Structural Design - Use of Computers in Structural Design
a) Computer packages available b) Reinforced concrete design using a computer package c) Structural steel design using a computer package
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SETU Carlow Campus reserves the right to alter the nature and timings of assessment
Module Resources
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Recommended Book Resources |
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T. H. G. Megson,Thomas Henry Gordon Megson. (2014), Structural and Stress Analysis, Butterworth Heinemann, p.748, [ISBN: 9780080999364].
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Malcolm Millais. Building Structures, 3. [ISBN: 113811975X].
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BSI. Extracts from Structural Eurocodes for Students, [ISBN: 0-580-69454-7].
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McKenzie W.M.C. Design of Structural Elements to Eurocodes, 2nd. [ISBN: 0-230-21771-3].
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Supplementary Book Resources |
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Gere J.M., Goodno B J. (2012), Mechanics of Materials Eighth Student International Edition, 8. Nelson Engineering, [ISBN: 978-111157774].
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