2022/23 Undergraduate Module Catalogue
XJCV3390 Structural Analysis 2
10 creditsClass Size: 170
Module manager: Zhe Zhan
Email: z.zhan@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semester 1 (Sep to Jan) View Timetable
Year running 2022/23
Module replaces
CIVE3139This module is not approved as a discovery module
Objectives
On completion of this module, students should have gained an appreciation of systematic approaches to the analysis of complex structures, including:(a) the plastic analysis of frames,
(b) the direct stiffness matrix method for pin-joined structures and frames with rigid joints, and
(c) finite element approximation for two dimensional plane problems.
They should also understand the importance of the matrix based approaches for structural and stress analysis using computers and their applications to large complex structural systems.
Learning outcomes
Students completing this module will have gained the knowledge, understanding, skills or abilities that contribute to achieving the following ARB General Criteria for Part 1:
• 1. 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
2. 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
3. the investigation, critical appraisal and selection of alternative structural, constructional and material systems relevant to architectural design; GC8.1
4. strategies for building construction, and ability to integrate knowledge of structural principles and construction techniques;GC8.2
5. the physical properties and characteristics of building materials, components and systems, and the environmental impact of specification choices; GC8.3
Syllabus
This modules extends elastic and plastic theories to describe the behaviour of complex 3-dimensional structural forms. The students are given an introduction to the use of computational models as design aids to predict in service performance such as deformation profiles under a range of different environmental conditions (including wind and snow effects).
The content of this module is essential for an understanding of the ways in which building structures behave and, as such, is highly informative for building designers. For students studying Architecture and Architectural Engineering the taught content goes on to form a key part of later architectural design modules and is demonstrated in the Design Studios 3.2 (CIVE3871) and 4.2 (CIVE5845M).
- Comparison of elastic and plastic analyses, plastic hinges, plastic analysis of beams and single storey frames, beam and sway mechanisms, joint rotation, collapse BM diagram, upper and lower bounds on solutions, pitch roof frames, gable mechanism, multi-bay and multi-storey frames.
- Direct stiffness method of pin-joined and frame structures: stiffness matrix, stiffness assembly, transformation of stiffness matrix, introduction of support conditions and general solution procedure. Introduction to finite element analysis: 2D elasticity, plane stress elements.
Teaching methods
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
| Consultation | 5 | 1.00 | 5.00 |
| Lecture | 20 | 1.00 | 20.00 |
| Tutorial | 10 | 1.00 | 10.00 |
| Private study hours | 65.00 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 35.00 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 100.00 | ||
Private study
- 40 hours: reading for lecture (20 x 2 hours).- 30 hours: assignments.
Opportunities for Formative Feedback
Attendance requirement - to gain the credits for this module you must attend the Plastic Lab.Methods of assessment
Coursework
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
| Report | Coursework 1 | 10.00 |
| Report | Coursework 2 | 10.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 20.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Exams
| Exam type | Exam duration | % of formal assessment |
| Online Time-Limited assessment | 5 hr 00 mins | 80.00 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Exams) | 80.00 | |
Normally resits will be assessed by the same methodology as the first attempt, unless otherwise stated
Reading list
The reading list is available from the Library websiteLast updated: 12/10/2022 14:44:32
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