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309. Advanced Structural Analysis I. Analysis
of statically indeterminate structures considering loadings, support
movements and thermal effects. Moment area, virtual work, slope
deflection, stiffness and flexibility matrices.
. Solutions by use of digital computer. Three lectures. Spring (Cr.3)
Prerequisites:
CIVL 302, 310.
Course
Goals:
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To
introduce the student to modern methods of solving indeterminate
structures.
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To
introduce the student to computer modeling of structures.
The use of the computer to develop the ability to determine how
structures behave.
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To
introduce the student to the proper presentation of analysis reports.
Course
Objectives:
The
student will be able to:
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Compute
fixed end moments, stiffness and carry over factors for fixed beams
with variable flexural rigidities.
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Solve
indeterminate beams, frames and trusses by the Force Method.
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Solve
continuous beams by the Slope Deflection Method.
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Solve
beams and frames by the Displacement Method.
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Solve
beams and frames by Moment Distribution.
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Carry
out computer modeling of beams and frames by a finite element code and
report on the results.
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Carry
out computer generation of influence lines to compute maximum stress
resultants in bridge structures.
Course
Syllabus
Textbook:
N.
Morris, Advanced Structural Analysis, Chapters 5-11;
personal notes.
Topics:
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Computation of fixed end moments, stiffness and carry over factors. 6
lectures
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Introduction to computer packages and computer modeling. 9 lectures
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Virtual work, Betti's theorem and Maxwell's relationships
3 lectures
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Force method, the three moment theory 6
lectures
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Slope deflection for beams. 3
lectures
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Displacement method 9 lectures
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Moment distribution for beams, frames 6
lectures
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Testing (3 quizes, final examination) 5
lectures
Computer
Usage:
Computer
work accounts for 40 percent of the final grade. Students do projects on a structural analysis code and
Mathcad. Final exam is on
Computer Modeling.
ABET
category content as estimated by faculty member who prepared this course
description: Engineering
Science: 3 credits (100%)
Prepared
by: Dr.
Nicholas Morris
Date:
September 29, 2000
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