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Bracing of the Building Frame (3 cr)

Code: RAK2B4-3007

General information


Enrollment

03.12.2021 - 13.03.2022

Timing

21.02.2022 - 22.05.2022

Credits

3 op

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Degree programmes

  • Bachelor of Engineering, Construction Engineering

Teachers

  • Petri Koistinen

Student groups

  • MRAK20

Objective

Competence in the construction process
The student understands why the frame must be braced on construction site.

Competence in structural engineering
The student is competent in understanding the different ways of bracing depending on the frame material. The student knows how to calculate loads.

Content

- Bracing of concrete, timber and steel frame
- Determing the wind load for a closed and open building
- Horizontal forces

Evaluation scale

1-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to solve assignments related to the basic content of the course, which are similar to the ones dealt with during the course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

In addition to the above-mentioned, the student is able to use the basic content of the course and apply it in different assignment, as well as to give reasons for their solutions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition to the above-mentioned, the student has a comprehensive understanding of the content of the course. They are able to choose the right methods to solve problems related to the course content and to give reasons for their solutions in a logical way.

Qualifications

Framework systems and basics of structural design