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440 Structural Analysis II. I or II; 3cr. Analysis of structures by matrix displacement method with computer solutions; deformation of structures by virtual work, moment-area and conjugate-beam methods; force method and least work theorem; slope-deflection and moment-distribution methods. P:Civ Engr 340. Bank, Cramer.

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Topics covered

Intro to SAP2000

Types of Elements

Matrix Algebra Review and use of MathCad

Matrix Displacement Method- trusses, beams, and frames

•by definition (manual method)

•by direct stiffness - statics and compatibility matrices

•by direct stiffness - tenson transformation matrices

•elastic supports and connections

•shear deformations

Moment distribution: beams

Class/laboratory schedule

Contribution of course to meeting the professional component
This course contributes primarily to the students' knowledge of engineering topics, but does not provide design experience.

The following statement indicates which of the following considerations are included in this course: economic, environmental, ethical, political, societal, health and safety, manufacturability, sustainability.

Relationship of course to undergraduate degree program objectives and outcomes
This course primarily serves students in the department. The information below describes how the course contributes to the undergraduate program objectives.

This course provides fundamental and practical knowledge required of all engineers that will practice in structural design. The information below describes how the course contributes to the undergraduate program objectives.

CEE Outcome #2: ... ability to select appropriate solution method... Course: The limitations and appropriateness of structural analysis solution techniques form a primary component of this course.

CEE Outcome #7: ...ability to apply knowledge of mathematics... Course: This course involves the development of mathematical solutions to structural engineering problems. Mathematical knowledge is required and built upon in this course.

CEE Outcome #9:...principles and structure of computer programs... Course: Computer programs are used in application and discussed with regards to concept and operation in this course.

CEE Outcome #10:...need for life-long learning... Course: The continuing advances in computer technology and continued development of analytical and modeling skills are discussed in the course.

CEE Outcome #13: ...recognize common failure modes... Course: Structural instability and collapse are a course topic.

Assessment of student progress toward course objectives



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