Structural Theory and Design 3 (CVEN90035)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
Overview
| Availability | Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
AIMS
The major objective of this unit is to develop an understanding of the procedures and processes involved in the design of structures made of structural steel, cold-formed steel, composites, timber or masonry, and be able to produce effective and economical design solutions through correct integration of these materials. This subject features simulated structural design exercises which involve participation by senior experienced practicing engineers. These exercises consist of both conceptual and detailed designs which consider constructability, functionality, sustainability as well as compliance with standards to ensure safety and serviceability.
INDICATIVE CONTENT
Conceptual and preliminary design of structures and design parameters, structural analyses of frames and trusses by the stiffness matrix method, computer analysis by a commercial package, design of structural steel and connections, design of cable stayed bridges, engineering of cold-formed steel, structural design of concrete-steel composite beams, structural design of timber elements and connections.
Intended learning outcomes
INTENDED LEARNING OUTCOMES (ILO)
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- Conceptual design of structures and the determination of design parameters
- Analyse structures using approximate methods for the sizing of members in the preliminary design stage based on the considerations of gravity, operational and environmental loads
- Undertake computer analyses of frames and trusses based on the construction and use of stiffness matrices which are manipulated by EXCEL spreadsheets
- Undertake computer analyses of a structural system by the use of a commercial package (e.g. Spacegass) and have the output verified by comparison with results from hand calculations and from EXCEL
- Undertake preliminary and detailed design of a typical structure
- Design steel members and their connections and stiffening using relevant design standards
- Recognise behaviour of cold formed steel and design for local buckling
- Design simply-supported concrete-steel composite beams
- Identify basic properties of timber and factors affecting its behaviour
- Design timber elements and connections to resist tension, bending and compression.
Generic skills
- Ability to apply knowledge of science and engineering fundamentals
- Ability to undertake problem identification,formulation, and solution
- Ability to utilise a systems approach to complex problems and to design and operational performance
- Proficiency in engineering design
- Ability to conduct an engineering project
- Ability to communicate effectively, with the engineering team and with the community at large
- Ability to function effectively as an individual and in multidisciplinary and multicultural teams, as a team leader or manager as well as an effective team member.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission to the 746ST Master of Engineering Structures
OR
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| CVEN90049 | Structural Theory and Design 2 | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Assessment
Additional details
- One 6000 word group design report (30%) in groups of 5 students, requiring approximately 35 hours of work (Steel Design Week). Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1 to 6 are addressed in this report
- One 1000 word group design report (10%) in groups of 5 students, requiring 15 hours of work. ILOs 1 to 6 are addressed in this report
- One written three hour end-of-semester examination (60%). ILOs 6 to 10 are addressed in the examination.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Dates & times
- Semester 2
Principal coordinator Elisa Lumantarna Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 60 hours (Lectures: 3 hours per week; Workshops 24 hours) Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 24 July 2017 to 22 October 2017 Last self-enrol date 4 August 2017 Census date 31 August 2017 Last date to withdraw without fail 22 September 2017 Assessment period ends 17 November 2017 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
200 hours
Additional delivery details
There will be one intensive week for Steel Design Project. Classes are all day from Tuesday to Friday, inclusive.
Last updated: 3 November 2022
Further information
- Texts
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject will be delivered through a combination of lectures and tutorials. In addition, this subject features simulated structural design exercises which involve participation by senior experienced practicing engineers. These exercises consist of both conceptual and detailed designs and are aimed at training students to apply materials learnt from the lectures in solving design problems in practice.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Students will have access to lecture slides, recommended reading materials including selected journal publications and EXCEL spreadsheets showing examples of numerical simulations, and structural analysis commercial package SPACEGASS.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
The design projects involve active participation by international engineering consulting firm URS and representatives. - Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Engineering Structures Course Doctor of Philosophy - Engineering Course Master of Philosophy - Engineering Course Ph.D.- Engineering Specialisation (formal) Structural Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Civil) Informal specialisation Master of Engineering (Structural) Specialisation (formal) Civil - Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
Additional information for this subject
Subject coordinator approval required
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 3 November 2022