DE5206 – Structures 2
Module code
DE5206
Module title
Structures 2
Prescription
To develop further knowledge of structural analysis and structural design
Programmes
- EN1603
- SC1101
NZQA Level
Level 5
NZQA Credits
15
Delivery method
- Web-Enhanced
Learning hours
- Total learning hours
- 150
Resources required
- Learning Outcomes
- Analyse a range of statically determinate and indeterminate structures and structural elements.
2.Appraise and evaluate the effects of a range of loads (actions) on structures.
3.Design a range of simple structural elements. - Content
- Statically determinate portal frames, statically indeterminate beams, beam deflections (moment area or Macaulay), computer applications
Wind and earthquake actions; load resisting mechanisms
Design reinforced concrete beams, timber column design for combined axial load and bending, steel column design for combined axial loads - Assessment Criteria
- Assignments/Projects40
Tests10
Examination50
