2024/25 Undergraduate Module Catalogue

CIVE1365 Structural Analysis and Design

20 creditsClass Size: 175

Module manager: Dr Suhaila Mattar
Email: S.Mattar@leeds.ac.uk

Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable

Year running 2024/25

Pre-requisite qualifications

Admission to UG programmes in the School of Civil Engineering

Module replaces

CIVE1360 Structural Design and Analysis

This module is not approved as a discovery module

Module summary

This module is concerned with the fundamentals of statics, stress and strain, equilibrium, and structural analysis as well as an introduction to structural design. These are key aspects that underpin the behaviour of a variety of structural forms such as frames, trusses, arches, beams, or cables. Students learn how to evaluate the load-bearing capacity and stress-strain behaviour of different structures and structural elements, and how these are influenced by the properties of construction materials.

Objectives

The objectives of this module are:

-To learn and understand the fundamental principles of mechanics, structural analysis and design.
-To develop the knowledge and skills necessary to model, resolve and analyse beams and pin-jointed frames.
-To learn how to determine the properties of sections (e.g. centroid, first moment of area, second moment of area).
-To acquire the knowledge necessary to calculate reactions, bending moments (and diagram), shear forces (and diagram) in beams and plane frames, and deflections of beams when subjected to different loads and load combinations.
-To understand the conceptual differences between different theories and methods and the implications of such differences in terms of limitations.

Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the module, students will have demonstrated the following learning outcomes (contributing to the AHEP4 learning outcomes between brackets and the ARB competences between square brackets):

1. Apply a comprehensive knowledge of mathematics, natural science and engineering principles to the solution of structural analysis and structural design problems, informed by a critical awareness and the wider context of engineering. (C1/M1)
2. Formulate and analyse structural analysis problems to reach substantiated conclusions, using engineering judgement to work with information that may be uncertain/incomplete. (C2/M2)
3. Select and apply the appropriate techniques to model and analyse structures, discussing the limitations of the techniques employed (e.g. fundamental assumptions in the engineer’s beam theory). (C3/M3)
4. Use practical laboratory and workshop skills to investigate the properties of materials and behaviour of structures. (C12/M12)
5. Select and apply the appropriate materials and structural forms for the design of engineering structures, recognising their limitations. (C13/M13) [CK5]

In addition, students completing this module will also have gained the knowledge, understanding, skills or abilities that contribute to achieving the following ARB General Criteria for Part 1:

The ability to understand the constructional and structural systems, the environmental strategies and the regulatory requirements that apply to the design and construction of a comprehensive design project; GC1.2

- The ability to develop a conceptual and critical approach to architectural design that integrates and satisfies the aesthetic aspects of a building and the technical requirements of its construction and the needs of the user; GC1.3.
- An understanding of the investigation, critical appraisal and selection of alternative structural, constructional and material systems relevant to architectural design; GC8.1.
- An understanding of strategies for building construction, and ability to integrate knowledge of structural principles and construction techniques; GC8.2.
- An understanding of the physical properties and characteristics of building materials, components and systems, and the environmental impact of specification choices; GC8.3.

Skills learning outcomes:
On successful completion of the module students will have demonstrated the following skills learning outcomes:

a. Problem solving and analytical skills
b. Structural design, component assembly and construction skills
c. Use of hands and power tools
d. Time management , planning and organising
e. Team working/collaboration
f. Reliability or reproducibility of data
g. Interpretation of data
h. Writing reports /communication
i. Working under pressure

Syllabus

-Principles of structural engineering.
-Conceptual design, load paths, structural forms, and loads.
-Statics: equilibrium, forces, stresses and strains; Hooke’s law and the behaviour of simple spring systems; elasticity and plasticity.
-Resolution and addition of forces, analysis of pin-jointed frames.
-Bending moments and shear forces, bending moment diagram and shear force diagram.
-Centroid, neutral axis, second moment of area.
-Stress and strain in beams in flexure.
-Deflection of beams with symmetrical cross-section and the double integration method.
-Members subject to combined axial and bending; core of a rectangular section.
-Shear stress distribution in beams with symmetrical cross-section.
-Simple beam design, rectangular and I sections, simplified Eurocode rules, self-weight calculations, the engineer’s theory of bending.
-Frames: simple frames, static determinacy of plane frames, analysis, bending and deflected shape of plane frames.

Methods of Assessment

We are currently refreshing our modules to make sure students have the best possible experience. Full assessment details for this module are not available before the start of the academic year, at which time details of the assessment(s) will be provided.

Assessment for this module will consist of;

3 x Coursework
1 x In-class test
1 x In-person closed book exam

Teaching methods

Delivery type	Number	Length hours	Student hours
Lectures	20	2.00	40.00
seminars	20	2.00	40.00
Practicals	3	2.00	6.00
Independent online learning hours			14.00
Private study hours			100.00
Total Contact hours			86.00
Total hours (100hr per 10 credits)			200.00

Opportunities for Formative Feedback

Three items of summative coursework are assessed and returned to students with feedback as well as the model solutions. Worked examples are made available on Minerva for students to attempt and practice, and electronic engagement with these is monitored. The in-class test in January is also a feedback opportunity, as the students will be provided with it as well as model solutions. Furthermore, two formative reports are assessed and returned to students with feedback.

Reading list

There is no reading list for this module

Last updated: 01/05/2024

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