Basics of structural design (3cr)

Objective

Competence in structural engineering
Students know the principles of planning for load-bearing construction and know how to determine loads affecting buildings and structures.

Competence in the construction process
Students know the principles of standards underpinning structural design. They are able to interpret the relevant drawings and CAD and BIM plans

Content

- The tasks and the progress of the planning process in structural design
- Normative control of construction, validity of the regulations and instructions, qualifications of the planner
- Framework systems and load-bearing parts
- Factors affecting the choice of a frame
- Frame by the type of building and building material
- Transfer of loads between structural parts and to the load-bearing settlement.
- Normative regulations on loads
- Loads of the structural parts
- Combined loads

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student is able to solve problems related to the basic content of the course that are similar to the assignments dealt with during the course.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

In addition, the student is able to use the basic content of the course and apply them in different assignments, as well as give reasons for their solutions.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

In addition, 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 reason for their solutions in a logical way.

Qualifications

Statics, building construction.