Course detail

Modelling of supporting structures

ÚSI-2BDMKAcad. year: 2017/2018

Subject "Modelling of supporting structures" provides an overview of modern methods of modelling the behaviour of load-bearing structures. Starting from the basic knowledge of the subjects of structural mechanics (elasticity, rod, plate and wall construction), the knowledge of the finite element method and design objects for designing structures made of various materials according to the norms of the EC. The course develops students' knowledge in the field of modelling (physically and geometrically linear and nonlinear behaviour for time-dependent and independent tasks).

Language of instruction

Czech

Number of ECTS credits

2

Mode of study

Not applicable.

Learning outcomes of the course unit

Students will learn theoretical and practical principles of modelling engineering phenomena and systems with formulations of engineering assignment, with their modelling and assessment of their reliability. Using the modelling will be able to quantify the reliability of the design risk and define the structures.

Prerequisites

It requires a basic knowledge of structural mechanics of objects, knowledge of the finite element method and design objects for designing structures of various materials according to the norms of the EC.

Co-requisites

Not applicable.

Planned learning activities and teaching methods

Teaching is carried out through lectures and seminars. Lectures consist of interpretations of basic principles, methodology of given discipline, problems and their exemplary solutions. Seminars particularly support practical mastery of subject matter presented in lectures or assigned for individual study with the active participation of students.

Assesment methods and criteria linked to learning outcomes

A condition for granting credit is a semestral work. The test will consist of written and oral parts. The condition of the oral part is to accomplish the written part first.

Course curriculum

1. Introduction and content of the course, modern methods of structure modelling, deterministic and stochastic assignments.
2. Steel, concrete and wood as construction material.
3. Composite and hybrid structures.
4. Truss analogy model for the solution of concrete structures. Basic principles for the creation and application of strut-rod model. Relationship truss analogy method and design of concrete structures.
5. Composite construction of concrete-concrete type. Theory of pressure fields. Interaction force effects using the theory of pressure fields.
6. Modelling time-dependent phenomena. Approximate numerical methods for rheological effects. The method of time discretization.
7. Modelling of composite structures. The relationship between the reality of the mathematical model and real possibilities of breach due to the risk of accident composite structures.
8. The effects of creep and shrinkage effects on structures. Static solutions gradually created structures.
9. Heat-stressed structures - principles and applications solution methods for steel, concrete and composite structures.
10. The relationship between construction and real computational model. The outer boundary conditions - anchoring.
11. The inner boundary conditions - joint elements and components. Semi-rigid connections. Computational models.
12. Nonlinear analysis of structures and their parts. Torsion of thin-walled closed cross-section shape.
13. Linear and nonlinear calculations. The stability of steel and wood structures. The relationship between the reality of the mathematical model and real possibilities of breach due to the risk of an accident, steel and wood structures.

Work placements

Not applicable.

Aims

The aim is to acquire habits for the ability to assess and determine conciseness models and limit their applicability for engineering design tasks.

Specification of controlled education, way of implementation and compensation for absences

Not applicable.

Recommended optional programme components

Not applicable.

Prerequisites and corequisites

Not applicable.

Basic literature

NILSON, A. H., DARWIN, D., DOLAN, CH. W.: Design of Concrete Structures. McGraf-Hill, New York, 2004
BALIO, G., MAZZOLANI, F.M.: Design of Steel Structures, E&FN Spon, 1999
KOLÁŘ, V., KRATOCHVÍL, J., LEITNER, F., ŽENÍŠEK, A.: Výpočet plošných a prostorových konstrukcí metodou konečných prvků. SNTL, Praha, 1974

Recommended reading

BETONKALENDER, 2000 – 2006, Ernst and Sohn, Berlin
SCI-The Steel Construction Institute, Ascot, U.K.: ESDEP, CD ROM, ESDEP Society, 2000
MACGREGOR, J. G., WIGHT, J. G..: Reinforced Concrete: Mechanics and Design. Prentice Hall, New Persey, 2004

Classification of course in study plans

  • Programme MRzI Master's

    branch RSK , 2. year of study, summer semester, compulsory-optional

Type of course unit

 

Lecture

26 hours, optionally

Teacher / Lecturer

Exercise

13 hours, compulsory

Teacher / Lecturer