Introduction, predesign of structural systems and general considerations, structural idealization, loads, design theories, principals of structural system arrangements, highrise buildings, joints, long-span structural systems, precast structures, structural creativity.
Prerequisite(s)
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Corequisite(s)
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Special Requisite(s)
Minimum points for (B-) letter grade: 65 out of 100.
Instructor(s)
Assist. Prof. Dr. Erdal COŞKUN
Course Assistant(s)
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Schedule
The course is not opened for this semester.
Office Hour(s)
The course is not opened for this semester.
Teaching Methods and Techniques
Lecture, discussion, demonstration
Principle Sources
Lecture Notes
Other Sources
-Ambrose, J., (2011). Building Structures, 2th edition, Wiley.
-Levy, M. and Salvadori, M., (2002). Why Buildings Fall Down, W.W.Norton,
-Wahl, I., (2007). Building Anatomy, McGraw-Hill.
-MacGinley, T.J., Nageim, H., (2014). Steel Structures, CRC Press.
-Macdonald, A., (2018). Structure and Architecture, Taylor&Francis.
-Salvadori, M. and Heller, R., (1986).Structure in Architecture; The Building of Buildings, Prentice Hall, Third Edition,
-Saouma,V. E., (2019). Structural Concepts and System for Architetcs, Lecture Notes.
-Garrison, P., (2005). Basic Structures for Engineers and Architects, Blackwell, Publications.
-Feng, F., (2015). Advanced Modelling Techniques in Structural Design, Willey.
--Duggal, S., (2013). Earthquake‐Resistant Design of Structures, Second Edition, Oxford Press.
- Charleson, A., (2008). Seismic Design for Architects, Architectural Press.
Course Schedules
Week
Contents
Learning Methods
1. Week
Introduction, definition, and importance of structural systems,structural materials, types of structures,
Presentation
2. Week
Design loads, design stages
Presentation
3. Week
Design theories and modelling
Presentation
4. Week
Principles of structural system arrangements
Presentation
5. Week
Slabs
Presentation
6. Week
High-rise buildings
Presentation
7. Week
High-rise buildings
Presentation
8. Week
Structural joints
Presentation
9. Week
Long-span structures
Presentation
10. Week
Roofs (shells, folded plates,trusses, etc.)
Presentation
11. Week
Bridges
Presentation
12. Week
Prefabricated structures
Presentation
13. Week
Structural creativity
Presentation
14. Week
Term paper presentations
Presentation
15. Week
16. Week
17. Week
Assessments
Evaluation tools
Quantity
Weight(%)
Homework / Term Projects / Presentations
1
35
Program Outcomes
PO-1
Develop and deepen knowledge in the field of Structural Engineering.
PO-2
Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field of Structural Engineering is related with.
PO-3
Use of theoretical and practical knowledge within the field of Structural Engineering at a proficiency level.
PO-4
Interpret the knowledge about the field of Structural Engineering by integrating the information gathered from different disciplines and formulate new knowledge.
PO-5
Solve the problem faced related to the field of Structural Engineering by using research methods.
PO-6
Independently conduct studies that require proficiency in the field of Structural Engineering
PO-7
Take responsibility and develop new strategic solutions as a team member in order to solve unexpected complex problems faced within the applications in the field of Structural Engineering.
PO-8
Demonstrate leadership in contexts that require solving problems related to the field of Structural Engineering.
PO-9
Evaluate knowledge and skills acquired at proficiency level in the field of Structural Engineering with a critical approach and direct the learning.
PO-10
Communicate current developments and studies within the field of Structural Engineering to both professional and non-professional groups systematically using written, oral and visual techniques by supporting with quantitative and qualitative data.
PO-11
Investigate, improve social connections and their conducting norms with a critical view and act to change them when necessary.
PO-12
Communicate with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio B2 General Level.
PO-13
Use advanced informatics and communication technology skills with software knowledge required by the field of Structural Engineering.
PO-14
Audit the data gathering, interpretation, implementation and announcement stages by taking into consideration the cultural, scientific, and ethical values and teach these values.
PO-15
Develop strategy, policy and implementation plans on the issues related to the field and assess the findings within the frame of quality processes.
PO-16
Use the knowledge, problem solving and/or implementation skills in interdisciplinary studies.
Learning Outcomes
LO-1
The importance of structural system design
LO-2
Design loads, design stages
LO-3
Design of high-rise buildings and structural system used and arrangement of joints
LO-4
Design of structural systems used in roofs that covers big area
LO-5
Design of structural systems used in precast structures
