Course Contents
Pre- requisites
Course
Name
Code
Matrix methods for analysis of statically indeterminate structures. Direct stiffness method. Computation of element stiffness matrix of 2D and 3D trusses, frames and grids. Load vectors. Assembly and equation solution techniques. Use of computer for solution. -- Advanced Matrix Analysis STR 501
Types of dynamic loads. Types of structural systems (single-degree-of-freedom and multi-degree-of- freedom analytical models), Dynamic equilibrium equations. Response of single degree of freedom system to dynamic excitation: free vibration, harmonic loads, pulses and earthquakes. Response of multi- degree-of-freedom systems. Solution of Eigen value problem. Modal superposition method, Deterministic time domain integration method, Computer implementation and application.
-- Dynamics of
Structures STR
502
Loads on buildings. Evaluation of gravity loads, wind and earthquake loads on structures according to national design code. Different structural systems, behavior under gravity and lateral loads. Selection of structural system, layout and conceptual design. Hand and computer analysis methods. Preliminary conceptual design: layout and proportioning of structural members in steel or reinforced concrete. -- Structural Systems STR 503
Special Considerations for Tall Buildings, Structural Behavior of Different Systems of Tall Buildings and Range of Application, Analysis of Different Systems, Rigid Frames, Shear Walls, Coupled Shear Walls, Shear Wall and Frame Interaction, Outrigger Systems, Open and Closed Cores, Tube Structures, Effect of Torsion, Special Topics, Applications.
-- High Rise
Buildings STR
504
Fundamentals of design of structural steel members using the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Specification for Structural Steel Buildings. The course emphasizes a limit states view of the design process. An explanation of the common failure modes, or limit states, for which members must be designed and how the LRFD Specification addresses these limit states is the focus of the course.
-- Design of Structural Steel Members Using LRFD STR 505
Engineering properties of materials (strength, toughness, hardness, elasticity), introduction to common types of building materials, steel, cement, aggregates, concrete, admixtures, bricks, stones, -- Construction Materials STR 506
82 timber, glass, polymers, adhesives, sealants.
Construction engineering of conventional and industrialized building systems. Emphasis on structural systems utilizing cast-in-place concrete, precast concrete, prestressed concrete, structural steel, cold- formed steel, masonry, timber, composite and mixed materials. Mechanisms for resisting and transmitting loads, detailing, fabrication, transportation, erection, stability, shoring, quality control and integration of service systems. -- Building Construction Technology STR 507
Vectors, Tensors, Stress Tensors, Strain Tensors, Constitutive Equations for Linear Elasticity, Strain Energy, Compatibility Equations, Formula of Elasticity Problems, Variation Principles and Energy Methods, Plane problems of isotropic and anisotropic materials. Application to plane, two- and three- dimensional problems. -- Elasticity Theory in Engineering STR 508
Nature and characteristics of earthquakes, earthquake ground motion intensity. Main assumptions and governing equations for analysis, structural modeling and analysis, Quasi-static method, Response spectrum method, Step-by- step integration method, Building code requirements and seismic detailing. Applications to structures by commercial computer packages. STR 502 Earthquake Engineering STR 509
Behavior and design of reinforced concrete multistory skeleton systems. Stability of RC frames. Progressive collapse of RC structures. Design to avoid progressive collapse. Structural systems for lateral load resistance. -- Comprehensive Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures STR 510
Causes of deterioration of structures, Evaluation of structures. Repair and strengthening materials (types, selection, handling). Different repair and strengthening techniques. Protection and maintenance of steel structures. Structural analysis for repair and strengthening, Design of repair and strengthening, Case studies.
-- Evaluation, Repair & Strengthening of Structures STR 511
Basic principles and fundamentals of the finite element method. Formulations for trusses, frames, plates, shells, and problems of plane stress/strain. Solution methods and computer implementation. Problem solving using commercial software.
STR 501 Finite Elements Analysis STR 601
Nonlinear behavior of reinforced concrete and steel structural elements. Methods of nonlinear analysis. Numerical and computer representation of the failure for normal and high strength concrete and steel. Applications using computer programs for solution. STR 501 Computational Methods for Nonlinear Analysis STR 602
Basic concepts of plastic analysis, Plastic hinge formation, Development and analysis of collapse mechanisms, Basis of plastic design, Analysis and design of flexural beams, frames and connections, design problems. Application to collapse load STR 501 Plastic Analysis and Design of Structures STR 603
83 calculations of single and multi-story frame structure. Elastic buckling of axially loaded bars - lateral buckling of beams - Buckling of beams with lateral loads - Buckling of frames - Buckling of thin plates - Elastic stability of columns and simple frames.
-- Structural Stability STR 604
Introduction to composite materials. Types and properties of constituent materials: fibrous concrete, ferro-cement, fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites. Manufacture and construction methods. Mechanical properties and structural behavior. Introduction to analysis and design synthesis of beams, columns, rods, plates, and panels made of structural composites. Hybrid and composite structural members, connections and systems. Fiber Reinforced Polymers (FRP) for repair and retrofit.
-- Composite Structures STR 605
Analysis, design and construction of masonry structures. Mechanical properties of masonry units, mortar, and grout. Analysis and design of load bearing walls, columns and pilasters, shear walls. Analysis and design of reinforced masonry members - Systems of masonry multi-storey buildings – Lateral load resistance and seismic behaviour. Masonry design codes. Recent developments in masonry construction and research. Strengthening and retrofit of un-reinforced masonry buildings. -- Design of Masonry Structures STR 606
Classical plate bending theory; Equations of slope and curvature. Moments and equilibrium equations. Basic equations of equilibrium of axi-symmetrical shells. Curvature, slope and bending moment relations. Membrane theory for axi-symmetric shell structures. Analysis of shells by membrane and bending theories. Classical and numerical solutions. Anisotropic and sandwich plates and shells. Applications to design of plate and shell structures with different boundary conditions. STR 602 Theory of Plates and Shells STR 607
Advanced topics such as analysis and design of RC shear walls for high-rise buildings. (cantilever, coupled shear walls, openings in shear walls). Design of precast units, fiber-reinforced concrete, high strength concrete. Analysis of axi-symmetric bodies, stresses and deformations (shell, spherical, conical structures). Non-linear Analysis of RC structures.
STR 502 STR 602 Advanced Topics in Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures STR 608
Introduction to methods of construction of bridges. Explanation to most famous methods of construction (Cantilever shuttering, Launching nose.) Fabrication and erection of steel constructions - Equipment selection. -- Bridges Construction Technology STR 609
This course will cover the spectrum of cold-formed steel applications to include joists, purlins, girts, --
Design for STR
610
84 headers, trusses, shear walls and diaphragms, panels, and decks. Design criteria and example problems will be presented.
Cold Formed Steel Structures
Orthotropic floors and decks, Behavior and design, Construction details. Steel box girders: Different applications, Theory and behavior, Members design, Connections design, Details of connections. Steel hollow section structures: Different applications in trusses, Arches and vierendeels. Storage structures: Tanks: Types of tanks, Analysis and design, Construction details. Silos: Types of silos, Analysis and design, Construction details.
-- Steel Plated
Structures STR
611
Types of crystal structures, microstructure and effect on macro-properties. -- Microstructure of Engineering Materials STR 612
Concrete containing mineral or chemical admixtures. Light weight, heavy weight, high strength, underwater, self compacting, roller compacted, polymer, fiber, high performance, reactive powder.
-- Special Concrete Types STR 613
Quality concerns in construction, organizing for quality and work and material specifications, quality control and inspection, statistical methods, sampling by attributes and variables, total quality management (TQM), ISO concepts and regulations.
-- Quality in
Construction STR
614
Materials tests (steel, cement, aggregate, brick, paints …etc.). Types of defects in buildings - Inspection procedures - Definition of defects - preparation of technical report of inspection - Methods of testing and assessment of existing structures
-- Inspection and Testing of Materials in Structures STR 615
Advanced topics in finite element analysis: axisymmetric elements, higher-order isoparametric elements, consideration of geometric and material nonlinearities, dynamic analysis (modal analysis, time- domain analysis), computational procedures, meshing issues, convergence and stability of solutions.
STR 602 Advanced Finite Elements Analysis STR 701
Accidental, environmental and operational dynamic forces due to wind, earthquakes, waves, machinery operations, explosions and impact are major causes of structural failures. Equivalent static loads were used to design for dynamic loads in the past because of the computational complexities of dynamic analysis. With the availability of abundant computer resources (powerful PCs), dynamic analysis is more widely used nowadays. Structural designs on the basis of dynamic analyses are usually less conservative and thus more economical compared to equivalent static design procedures. STR 502 Structural Vibration Analysis STR 702
85 Introduction to optimum design (minimum weight, minimum cost, fully stressed design) - Introduction to mathematical programming (linear, nonlinear, dynamic, geometric) - Linear programming (simplex method, sensitivity analysis) - Nonlinear programming (single variable, multivariable, and constrained problems) - Applications to optimum design of some steel and concrete structures.
-- Structural
Optimization STR
703
Fundamental equations governing the elastic and elasto-plastic equilibrium of beam, sheer beam, column, joint-panel and brace elements for steel frames. Analysis of elastic buckling, elasto-plastic capacity and earthquake-exited behavior of steel frames. Hysteretic behavior of steel beam-column, composite beams. Development of structural design approaches. Reliability- based advanced analysis. Methods and procedures for establishing practical design formula. STR 509 Advanced Analysis and Design of Steel Frames STR 704
Classification of Suspension and Guyed Structures, Construction Materials, Joint Details, Design Considerations, Static Analysis, Dynamic Analysis, Computer Programming for Suspension and Guyed Structures, Practical Applications.
STR 509 Suspension and Guyed Structures STR 705
Mechanics and Technology of Concrete : failure criteria, principles of fracture mechanics, mechanics of fresh concrete, special types, precast concrete technology, - Simulation and analysis of structural models - Stress/Strain Analysis : stress concentration, stress relaxation, residual stresses, strain energy. STR 508 Mechanics and Technology of Engineering Materials STR 706
Definitions, methods of measurements, assessment in buildings. STR 612 Transport Properties in Concrete STR 707
Methods of repair (structural repair, patch repair), Performance of repaired buildings. Long term repair solutions (cathodic protection, alkalinity restoration…etc). Demolition arrangements and procedures. STR 511 STR 615 Options for Building Repair and Demolition STR 708
Types of specifications. Types of project specifications. Examples and applications.
-- Materials
Specifications STR
86