Composite Structures (3cr)

Objective

Competence in the construction process
Students know different composite structures and where they are typically used. They also understand the function of composite structures.

Competence in structural engineering
Students are competent in designing reinforced concrete composite structures according to the Eurocodes.

Content

- designing bent reinforced concrete composite structures (beams and plates) in ultimate and serviceability limit states according to the Eurocodes
- designing composite columns according to the Eurocodes

Materials

Eurocodes EN 1994, EN 1992 and EN 1993. Liittorakenteiden suunnittelu ja mitoitus, Eurocode 4 –oppikirja by58. Lecturer's own material.

Teaching methods

Lectures, calculation exercises and homework.

Student workload

Total work load of the course: 80 h
- of which scheduled studies: 40 h
- of which autonomous studies: 40 h

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

Students are able to use the Eurocode of composite structures in the design of a simple bended structure.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Students are able to use the Eurocode of composite structures in the design of different bar structures, such as a bar and a pillar .

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Students are able to use the Eurocode of composite structures very well in the design of different bar structures, such as a bar and a pillar .

Qualifications

Concrete Structures 1, Steel Structures 1.