Structural Engineering 1

Course aim

To introduce students to the fundamental concepts of analysis and design of structures, using an integrated approach to the design and construction of buildings.

Course content

Limit state design. Load evaluation. The influence of functional, environmental, aesthetic and economic factors on structural design. Timber as an engineering material. Analysis and design of steel and timber beams, tension and compression members. The design and detailing of connections for steel and timber structures. Use of design codes of practice.

Textbook(s)

Gorenc, B, Tinyou, R and Syam, A 2005, Steel Designer's Handbook, 7th edition, UNSW Press, Sydney

Prerequisite(s)

Common to all relevant programs
Subject Area & Catalogue Number	Course Name
CIVE 2005	Mechanics of Materials

Corequisite(s)

Nil

Teaching method

Component	Duration
INTERNAL, MAWSON LAKES
Lecture	2 hours x 13 weeks
Tutorial	4 hours x 13 weeks
Fieldwork: sceduled within lectures/tutorials	N//A x N/A

Note: These components may or may not be scheduled in every study period. Please refer to the timetable for further details.

Assessment

Design project, Examination, Timber assignment

Fees

EFTSL*: 0.125
Commonwealth Supported program (Band 2)
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* Equivalent Full Time Study Load. Please note: all EFTSL values are published and calculated at ten decimal places. Values are displayed to three decimal places for ease of interpretation.