Structural Theory and Design 2

This subject introduces advanced methods of structural analysis and design, and their applications to the engineering of reinforced concrete, prestressed concrete and structural steel in compliance with the standards. Students will be given the opportunity to integrate the use of different materials into the design of contemporary structures through design projects. This subject would typically be the final subject in the sequence of structural engineering subjects for civil engineering students who do not want to specialise in structural engineering. Topics covered include structural analyses of beams and frames by the stiffness matrix method; finite element analyses; computer analysis using commercial software package; structural design of reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete elements; structural design of steel elements; consideration of sustainability in structural design.

• 1ILO1 - Apply direct stiffness methodology to the analysis of indeterminate structures, such as continuous beams, moment-resisting frames and trusses
• 2ILO2 - Apply finite element methodology to analyse structural elements
• 3ILO3 - Use commercial structural analysis packages to analyse structures
• 4ILO4 - Assess structural elements by applying structural principles in accordance with Australian Standards
• 5ILO5 - Describe the behaviour of prestressed concrete beams under serviceability and ultimate conditions
• 6ILO6 - Design complex structures using a combination of materials in accordance with Australian Standards
• 7ILO7 - Identify opportunities for greener and more resilient approaches to structural solutions.