CIV416

Course Description

A course that deals with the application of matrix methods in the analysis of structural systems like plane and space trusses, beams and grids, and plane and space frames. Topics covered include – Linear analysis by hand and computer of two dimensional planar truss elements, two-dimensional beam and frame elements, two-dimensional plane stress and plane strain elements, Superposition of loads and elements. The main objective is to enable the student to have a good grasp of all the fundamental concepts in these advanced topics in structural analysis, besides enjoying the learning process, and developing analytical and intuitive skills. The course also provides students with a hands-on introduction to matrix programing using commercial software such as ANSYS, MATLAB and MS-EXCEL for matrix solution.

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