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Structural Theory and Design 2 (CVEN90049)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 12.5On Campus (Parkville)
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About this subject
- Overview
- Eligibility and requirements
- Assessment
- Dates and times
- Further information
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Contact information
Semester 1
Overview
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This subject introduces more advanced methods of structural analysis and design, and their applications to the engineering of reinforced concrete and structural steel in compliance with the standards. Students will be given the opportunity to integrate the use of different materials into the design of contemporary structures through design projects. This subject would typically be that final subject in the sequence of structural engineering subjects for civil engineering students who do not want to specialise in structural engineering.
Topics covered include: structural analyses of beams and frames by the stiffness matrix method; finite element analyses; computer analysis using commercial software package; structural design of reinforced concrete beams, slabs and columns; structural design of steel beams, columns and connections; consideration of sustainability in structural design.
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of this subject the student is expected to:
- ILO1 - Apply direct stiffness methodology to the analysis of indeterminate structures, such as continuous beams, moment-resisting frames and trusses
- ILO2 - Apply finite element methodology to analyse structural elements
- ILO3 - Use commercial structural analysis packages to analyse structures
- ILO4 - Assess structural elements by applying structural principles in accordance with Australian Standards
- ILO5 - Describe the behaviour of prestressed concrete beams under serviceability and ultimate conditions
- ILO6 - Design complex structures using a combination of materials in accordance with Australian Standards
- ILO7 - Identify opportunities for greener and more resilient approaches to structural solutions.
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 for 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: 10 November 2023
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
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CVEN30009 | Structural Theory and Design | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Corequisites
Non-allowed subjects
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: 10 November 2023
Assessment
Description | Timing | Percentage |
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Weekly quizzes of 5 min each (12 x 5 mins). Intended Learning Outcomes (ILOs) 1, 2 and 4-7 are addressed in this assessment.
| Throughout the teaching period | 10% |
Design assignment to be completed by a group of 5 students. Workload equivalent to 1500 words per student, 35 hrs. ILOS 3-7 are addressed in this assessment.
| Week 9 | 30% |
Direct Stiffness Method of Analysis: Individual assignment. Equivalent to 500 words, 10 hrs. ILO 1 is addressed in this assessment.
| Week 12 | 10% |
One written examination. ILOs 1, 2, 4-7 are addressed in this assessment.
| During the examination period | 50% |
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Elisa Lumantarna Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 48 hours (Lectures: 24 hours per semester; Workshops: 24 hours per semester) Total time commitment 200 hours Teaching period 27 February 2023 to 28 May 2023 Last self-enrol date 10 March 2023 Census date 31 March 2023 Last date to withdraw without fail 5 May 2023 Assessment period ends 23 June 2023 Semester 1 contact information
Last updated: 10 November 2023
Further information
- Texts
Prescribed texts
There are no specifically prescribed or recommended texts for this subject.
- Subject notes
LEARNING AND TEACHING METHODS
The subject will be delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials and workshops. In addition, students will undertake a design exercise which involves applying the learnt techniques in solving problems that are likely to be encountered in practice.
INDICATIVE KEY LEARNING RESOURCES
Students will have access to lecture slides, recommended reading materials, Steel Structures Design Handbook HB48 by Standards Australia, Australian Standard AS3600 for the Design of Concrete Structures, EXCEL spreadsheets showing examples of numerical simulations and SPACE GASS package. The subject's LMS site also contains worked solutions for all tutorial problems.
CAREERS / INDUSTRY LINKS
Representatives from Steel Reinforcement Institute of Australia will contribute to the teaching of the subject. In addition, practising structural engineers will also contribute to the teaching of the subject and give advice on the assignment exercises.
Students who successfully complete this course would typically find employment in a civil engineering consultancy or contracting company and could use the knowledge from this subject to propose designs or design variations under the supervision of a chartered professional engineer. - Related Handbook entries
This subject contributes to the following:
Type Name Course Master of Civil Engineering Course Master of Architectural Engineering Specialisation (formal) Civil with Business Specialisation (formal) Civil Specialisation (formal) Structural - 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.
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
This subject is available to students studying at the University from eligible overseas institutions on exchange and study abroad. Students are required to satisfy any listed requirements, such as pre- and co-requisites, for enrolment in the subject.
Last updated: 10 November 2023