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777. Advanced Structural Analysis I
Review of classical methods of structural analysis; matrix formulations; arch analysis; influence
lines for indeterminate structures by the Mueller-Breslau principle and numerical methods; limit
analysis of simple structures; cable support structures.
778. Advanced Structural Analysis II
Analysis of frameworks under dynamic loads; computation of mode shapes and frequencies; calculation of
response using model superposition and numerical methods; the use of response spectra for seismic
analysis; buckling of structures using the geometric stiffness matrix. Prerequisite: CIVG 777 or equivalent.
779. Design of Steel Structures
Review of load specifications and design philosophy; design of single and multistory rigid frames;
behavior of connections and the influence of connections on member behavior; moment-rotation curves;
composite construction; light gage steel.
780. Long Span Metal Structures
Classical forms of long span bridges; loads on bridges; suspension systems; cable-stayed bridges;
space frameworks; orthotropic bridge decks; box girder bridges.
784. Reinforced Concrete Structure I
Research on the concrete stress-strain curve; specimen-testing machine interaction; micro-cracking;
time-dependent strain in concrete; creep and shrinkage; ultimate strength analysis of reinforced
concrete members; diagonal tension failure of reinforced concrete beam, design of determinate and
indeterminate pre-stressed concrete structures.
785. Reinforced Concrete Structures II
Cracking in beams and slabs; torsion of reinforced concrete beams; yield line theory of slabs;
shear-wall construction and its application to the design of tall concrete structures; immediate and
sustained deflections; problems in the design of multistory reinforced concrete structures.
796. Elastic and Inelastic Stability of Structures
Elastic and inelastic buckling of axially loaded members; lateral buckling of beams; energy methods;
flexural-torsional buckling of centrally and eccentrically loaded columns of open cross section in the
elastic and plastic ranges.
799. Theory of Plates and Shells
Analysis of plates loaded transversely and in their plane; general theory of shells of revolution;
shallow shells; membrane theories of shells; Levys method; theory of folded plates; solutions using
finite difference methods.
786.Ground Improvement
A comprehensive coverage of technologies used to improve the engineering properties of earth and
non-earth materials both in-situ and newly placed. The emphasis is on presentation of generic analysis
and design methods.
789. Advanced Foundation Design
Application of soil mechanics to the design of conventional shallow and deep foundation elements,
including footings, mats, piles, and drilled piers; criteria for selection of foundation alternatives;
construction considerations. Prerequisite: CIVL 308 or equivalent.
791. Design for Lateral Earth Pressure
Classical and modern theories of lateral earth pressure; analysis and design a flexible and rigid
earth retaining structures such as trench and excavation bracing, bulkheads and retaining walls; pore
pressure considerations. Prerequisite: CIVL 308 or equivalent.
792. Earthworks Design
Stability of slopes and embankments; design of earth dams, compacted fills and deep cuts in soil; land
reclamation and pre-consolidation; dredging and dewatering; construction methods and legal aspects.
Prerequisite: CIVL 308 or equivalent.
797. Advanced Soil Mechanics.
Advanced topics in soil mechanics including soil strength under drained, undrained and
consolidated-undrained conditions; flow in an isotropic soils; soils stress distribution;
consolidation, lateral earth pressure.
798. Site Characterization and Design Verification
Methods of subsurface exploration; determination of engineering properties of soil for design purposes
using laboratory and in-situ testing techniques; construction monitoring of foundation elements and
the ground using instrumentation; course project. Prerequisite: CIVL 308; Co-requisite: CIVG 797.
Courses should be chosen from the Geotechnical category above as well as from the Environmental Engineering Department course listings in consultation with an academic advisor in the department (Civil or Environmental) in which the student is enrolled.
766. Construction Engineering and Management
Techniques for the decisions and actions of the various participants involved in the design and
construction of civil engineering projects; techniques used in estimating, planning, coordinating and
controlling time, cost, quality and usage.
769. Contracts and Specifications
Fundamental concepts of contract law. Types and selection of construction contracts. Procedures for
advertising, awarding and administering construction contracts. Specifications and their cost impacts.
Liability of engineers. Engineering professional services.
Water Resources
[NOTE: These courses are not offered regularly at the present time.]
772. Hydrology
Hydrologic cycle, interception, infiltration, evapotranspiration, measurement and analysis of
precipitation; design hyetograph, unit hydrographs-analysis, synthetic generation of unit hydrograph;
measurement and analysis of runoff, synthetic generation of flow, analysis of stream gages,
statistical and probability analysis of stream flow, regional frequency analysis; probable maximum
precipitation, probable maximum floods; flood routing methods and applications; hydrologic study of
complex stream network.
773. Hydropower Engineering
Fundamentals of water power equation , schemes of water power development, analysis of stream flow
data, flow duration curve, power duration curve, mass curve, firm power; selection of turbine,
passages and power houses; appurtenances for hydro plants; conservation, economic and environmental
aspects.
Special Topics
[NOTE: These courses are offered on an irregular basis.]
781. Special Topics in Structural Engineering
Special topics in structural engineering of current interest to graduate students; subject matter will
be announced in advance of particular semester offering. Three credits.
787. Special Topics in Foundation Engineering
Special topics in foundation engineering of current interest to graduate students. Subject matter will
be announced in advance of particular semester offering.
Research
[NOTE: This course is available on an as-requested basis.]
757. Advanced Study in Civil Engineering
Individual study of selected advanced topics in civil engineering under the supervision of a faculty
member. Three credits.