EPOKA UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE INFORMATIONCourse Title: FUNDAMENTAL OF STEEL DESIGN |
| Code | Course Type | Regular Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CE 348 | B | 6 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 5 |
| Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) | NA |
| Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours: | Armando Demaj , Friday 11:00-13:00 |
| Second Lecturer(s) (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours: | NA |
| Teaching Assistant(s) and Office Hours: | NA |
| Language: | English |
| Compulsory/Elective: | Compulsory |
| Classroom and Meeting Time: | Tuesdays @ 08:45-10:30 Thursdays 08:45-10:30 |
| Course Description: | - |
| Course Objectives: | Understanding the main principles and the fundamental concepts of designing the steel structures; Design of structural elements under various loading types; Design and analysis of connections. |
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COURSE OUTLINE
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| Week | Topics |
| 1 | Introduction to Steel Structures |
| 2 | Introduction to the Eurocodes |
| 3 | Steel Mechanical properties |
| 4 | Cross-sectional resistance of members (Tension members) |
| 5 | Cross-sectional resistance of members (Compression members & Cross-sectional classification) |
| 6 | Cross-sectional resistance of members (Flexural and shear verification) |
| 7 | Buckling resistance of members (Compression) |
| 8 | MIDTERM |
| 9 | Beam-column behavior |
| 10 | Connection (General) |
| 11 | Connection (Bolts) |
| 12 | Connection (Welds) |
| 13 | Connection (Analysis & Design) |
| 14 | Review |
| Prerequisite(s): | - |
| Textbook: | "The Behaviour and Design of Steel Structures to EC3",Fourth edition, N.S. Trahair, M.A. Bradford, D.A. Nethercot, and L. Gardner, Taylor & Francis,2008 |
| Other References: | -Structural Steel Design by Jack C. McCormac, 5th Edition, Prentice Hall, 2010. -"Designers’ guide to EN 1993-1-1, EUROCODE 3: DESIGN OF STEEL STRUCTURES:GENERAL RULES AND RULES FOR BUILDINGS" L. Gardner and D.A. Nethercot, Thomas Telford Publishing, 2005. - Eurocode 3, BS EN 1993-1-1 2005. - Structural Steelwork, Design to Limit State Theory; T.J. MacGinley,T.C. Ang; Butterworth - Heinemann Ltd; Great Britain 1992. - Steel Design, Fourth Edition; William T. Segui; Thomson; Canada 2007. - Structural Steel Design; McCormac, J. C.; LRFD Method, 4th Edition. Prentice Hall, 2008. |
| Laboratory Work: | |
| Computer Usage: | |
| Others: | No |
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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
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| 1 | To learn the fundamentals of steel structural properties and behavior under various loading conditions |
| 2 | To understand the basic principles and design methods of steel members. |
| 3 | To be able to design and analyze steel connections. |
| 4 | To develop the ability to analyze and design simple steel building frames. |
| 5 | To be able to use Eurocodes for design and analysis. |
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COURSE CONTRIBUTION TO... PROGRAM COMPETENCIES
(Blank : no contribution, 1: least contribution ... 5: highest contribution) |
| No | Program Competencies | Cont. |
| Bachelor in Civil Engineering (3 years) Program | ||
| 1 | an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering | 5 |
| 2 | an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs | 4 |
| 3 | an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams | 3 |
| 4 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems | 5 |
| 5 | an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility | 4 |
| 6 | an ability to communicate effectively | 4 |
| 7 | the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context | 4 |
| 8 | a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning | 5 |
| 9 | a knowledge of contemporary issues | 5 |
| 10 | an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | 5 |
| 11 | skills in project management and recognition of international standards and methodologies | 3 |
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COURSE EVALUATION METHOD
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| Method | Quantity | Percentage |
| Homework |
4
|
5
|
| Midterm Exam(s) |
1
|
30
|
| Project |
1
|
10
|
| Final Exam |
1
|
40
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| Total Percent: | 100% |
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ECTS (ALLOCATED BASED ON STUDENT WORKLOAD)
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| Activities | Quantity | Duration(Hours) | Total Workload(Hours) |
| Course Duration (Including the exam week: 16x Total course hours) | 16 | 4 | 64 |
| Hours for off-the-classroom study (Pre-study, practice) | 16 | 6 | 96 |
| Mid-terms | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Assignments | 0 | ||
| Final examination | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Other | 1 | 10 | 10 |
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Total Work Load:
|
175 | ||
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Total Work Load/25(h):
|
7 | ||
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ECTS Credit of the Course:
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5 | ||