CIVL 7006 Advanced Structural Analysis
Credit Points 10
Legacy Code 300594
Coordinator Haiping Zhu Opens in new window
Description This subject will introduce students at postgraduate level to structural analysis of trusses, beams, frames and plates. It covers the slope defection method and matrix method for analysis of beams, trusses and frames, and the bending and buckling analysis of beams and plates under various loading conditions. The theories learned in classes will be reinforced in practical sessions by using computer software packages.
School Eng, Design & Built Env
Discipline Civil Engineering
Student Contribution Band HECS Band 2 10cp
Level Postgraduate Coursework Level 7 subject
Incompatible Subjects LGYA 5845 - Linear and Nonlinear Analysis of Structures LGYA 5976 - Advanced Structural Engineering LGYA 5837 - Numerical and Finite Element Methods
Restrictions
Students must be enrolled in a postgraduate program.
Assumed Knowledge
Students must have knowledge in engineering mathematics, engineering mechanics at intermediate level and structural analysis at fundamental level.
Assessment
The following table summarises the standard assessment tasks for this subject. Please note this is a guide only. Assessment tasks are regularly updated, where there is a difference your Learning Guide takes precedence.
| Type | Length | Percent | Threshold | Individual/Group Task |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Final Exam | 2 hours | 55 | N | Individual |
| Intra-session Exam | 1.5 hours | 25 | N | Individual |
| Quiz | 1 hour | 10 | N | Individual |
| Numerical Problem Solving | Tutorial question solutions | 10 | N | Individual |
Teaching Periods