EPOKA UNIVERSITY
FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE AND ENGINEERING
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
COURSE SYLLABUS
2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR
COURSE INFORMATIONCourse Title: STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS |
| Code | Course Type | Regular Semester | Theory | Practice | Lab | Credits | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CE 395 | B | 5 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 6 |
| Academic staff member responsible for the design of the course syllabus (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) | NA |
| Main Course Lecturer (name, surname, academic title/scientific degree, email address and signature) and Office Hours: | Dr. Marsed Leti mleti@epoka.edu.al |
| Second Course 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 |
| Study program: (the study for which this course is offered) | Bachelor in Civil Engineering (3 years) |
| Classroom and Meeting Time: | A 126 {Wednesday}, A 126 {Friday} |
| Code of Ethics: |
Code of Ethics of EPOKA University Regulation of EPOKA University "On Student Discipline" |
| Attendance Requirement: | >75% |
| Course Description: | Introduction to structural analysis. Displacement methods: slope deflection, moment distribution, special topics. Stiffness method, derivation of element stiffness matrices, assembly procedures. Computerized implementation of the stiffness method and use of instructional programs. Large scale structural analysis. Influence lines and moving loads. |
| Course Objectives: | Analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate beams, trusses, and rigid frames; deflections by virtual-work, moment-area and conjugate-beam methods; influence lines; force and displacement methods; structural loads, introduction to structural design. |
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BASIC CONCEPTS OF THE COURSE
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| 1 | Basic concepts on Influence Lines |
| 2 | Basic concepts on Portal frames |
| 3 | Basic concepts on Beam deflaction |
| 4 | Basic concepts on Truss deflection |
| 5 | Basic concepts on Moment Distribution Method |
| 6 | Intermediate concepts in SAP2000 software |
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COURSE OUTLINE
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| Week | Topics |
| 1 | Basic Concepts and Deflections using energy methods |
| 2 | Method of Virtual Work |
| 3 | Castigliano's Theorem |
| 4 | Force Method Analysis |
| 5 | Force Method Analysis |
| 6 | Slope Deflection Method |
| 7 | Slope Deflection Method |
| 8 | Midterm Exam |
| 9 | Moment Distribution Method |
| 10 | Moment Distribution Method |
| 11 | Stiffness Method: Truss Analysis |
| 12 | Stiffness Method: Beam Analysis |
| 13 | Stiffness Method: Beam Analysis |
| 14 | Stiffness Method: Plane Frame Analysis |
| Prerequisite(s): | CE 260 - Structural Mechanics |
| Textbook(s): | Structural Analysis R.C. Hibbeler 8th Edition, Prentice Hall |
| Additional Literature: | CSI-SAP2000 Manual |
| Laboratory Work: | YES |
| Computer Usage: | YES |
| Others: | No |
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COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES
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| 1 | Ability to analyze and calculate slope and deflections of structures |
| 2 | Ability to implement Force Method to analyze statically indeterminate structures |
| 3 | Ability to implement Stiffness Method to analyze statically indeterminate structures |
| 4 | Ability to understand and apply moment redistribution |
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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 | 3 |
| 3 | an ability to function on multidisciplinary teams | 2 |
| 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 | 2 |
| 7 | the broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context | 5 |
| 8 | a recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life long learning | 5 |
| 9 | a knowledge of contemporary issues | 4 |
| 10 | an ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice | 4 |
| 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 |
| Midterm Exam(s) |
1
|
30
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| Quiz |
3
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10
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| Final Exam |
1
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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 | 3 | 48 |
| Mid-terms | 1 | 10 | 10 |
| Assignments | 2 | 4 | 8 |
| Final examination | 1 | 15 | 15 |
| Other | 1 | 5 | 5 |
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Total Work Load:
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150 | ||
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Total Work Load/25(h):
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6 | ||
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ECTS Credit of the Course:
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6 | ||
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CONCLUDING REMARKS BY THE COURSE LECTURER
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