EPOKA UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
COURSE SYLLABUS
COURSE INFORMATIONCourse Title: FUNDAMENTALS OF STEEL DESIGN |
| Code | Course Type | Regular Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CE 489 | B | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 7 |
| 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: | Enea Mustafaraj |
| 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: | |
| Course Description: | 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. |
| 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 Eurocodes,Limit state Design, Verification by partial factors method, Actions according to 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: | "Designers’ guide to EN 1993-1-1, EUROCODE 3: DESIGN OF STEEL STRUCTURES:GENERAL RULES AND RULES FOR BUILDINGS" L. Gardner amd D.A. Nethercot, Thomas Telford Publishing, 2005. 2. "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: | - 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. |
| Professional Master in Civil Engineering Program | ||
| 1 | an ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering | 4 |
| 2 | an ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs | 5 |
| 3 | an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams | 5 |
| 4 | an ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems | 5 |
| 5 | an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility | 3 |
| 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 | 3 |
| 8 | a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning | 4 |
| 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 | 4 |
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COURSE EVALUATION METHOD
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| Method | Quantity | Percentage |
| Midterm Exam(s) |
1
|
30
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| Project |
1
|
20
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| Quiz |
1
|
10
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| 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:
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175 | ||
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Total Work Load/25(h):
|
7 | ||
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ECTS Credit of the Course:
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7 | ||