CIVL4110
10 units
4000 level
Course handbook
Description
This course Introduces students to higher-level theory of structures. Topics include: elementary plastic theory of structures with application for slab analysis and design, dynamics of structures, stability of structural elements and structural systems. Where possible, topics are linked to the requirements of Australian Standards. The most common software used in the work force for advanced structural analysis is also investigated.
Availability2024 Course Timetables
Singapore BCA
- Semester 1 - 2024
Callaghan
- Semester 1 - 2024
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the course students will be able to:
1. Identify the terminology of higher level Theory of Structures at a professional level
2. Apply Plastic Theory, Structural Dynamics Theory and Stability Theory to solve structure-related problems
3. Identify the major requirements of relevant Australian Standards
4. Describe features and limitations of common software used in professional practice for advanced structural analysis
Content
1. Plastic theory of structures
- Upper bound theorem (yield line method)
- Lower bound theorem
- Applications to framed structures
- Hillerborg strip method for slab design
2. Structural dynamics
- Basic dynamic theory
- Design principles for dynamic loading
- Specific dynamic loadings
- Computer methods for dynamic analysis
3. Stability of structures
- Basic theory of stability
- Stability functions
- Stability of framed systems
- Computer methods for structural stability
Assumed knowledge
Content covered in courses CIVL2130 Theory of Structures 1; CIVL3180 Theory of Structures 2.
Assessment items
Written Assignment: Assignment 1
Written Assignment: Assignment 2
Written Assignment: Assignment 3
Formal Examination: Formal Examination
Contact hours
Semester 1 - 2024 - Singapore BCA
Computer Lab-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Please note that students will use the computer lab most weeks but on occasions a tutorial room will be required. The academic will contact the Timetable Officer in the Faculty when a tutorial room is specifically required.
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Semester 1 - 2024 - Callaghan
Computer Lab-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
- Please note that students will use the computer lab most weeks but on occasions a tutorial room will be required. The academic will contact the Timetable Officer in the Faculty when a tutorial room is specifically required.
Lecture-1
- Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per week(s) for 13 week(s) starting in week 1
Course outline
- CIVL4110 - Semester 1, 2024 (All) (PDF, 221.7 KB)
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