Programplaner og emneplaner - Student
BYTS2300 Construction Theory Course description
- Course name in Norwegian
- Konstruksjonslære
- Study programme
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Bachelor's Degree Programme in Civil Engineering
- Weight
- 10.0 ECTS
- Year of study
- 2023/2024
- Curriculum
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SPRING 2024
- Schedule
- Programme description
- Course history
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Introduction
The course covers supplementary parts of basic mechanics, different methods of dealing with statically indeterminate structures, as well as the functions of different structures. The unit load method and the importance of rigidity are key concepts. Common structural elements of different load-bearing systems are also discussed. Necessary sections from Norwegian standards NS-EN 1990 and 1991 will be reviewed to form a basis for the design process. The course also gives an introduction to design of simple steel-, timber- and concrete cross sections.
Recommended preliminary courses
BYPE1600 Mechanics
Required preliminary courses
No requirements over and above the admission requirements.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
Knowledge
The student:
- has in-depth knowledge of statically determinate and indeterminate structures
- has broad knowledge of the functions of a selection of common structures
- is familiar with the design process and relevant standards
- is familiar with bracing principles for buildings
- is familiar with the design principles for steel-, timber- and concrete structures
Skills
The student is capable of:
- calculating shear stresses in beams
- applying the unit load method to calculate statically indeterminate structures and calculating deformation using the reduction postulate
- calculating load distribution in bracing systems
- calculating temperature effects in simple structures
- determining relevant loads and load combinations in accordance with standards
- designing simple steel-, timber- and concrete cross sections
- performing simple static calculations using computer program
General competence
The student is capable of:
- planning and carrying out the first design phase for a building, including assessment of the load distribution to the different structures
- assessing and analysing various load-bearing systems
- evaluating and verifying the output from computer program
Teaching and learning methods
Lectures and supervision of assigned exercises. The course also includes practical exercises in the classroom / computer lab.
Course requirements
The following coursework is compulsory and must be approved before the student can sit the exam:
- 5 of 7 individual exercises
- participation in software lab course (4 hours)
- 1 group assignment in practical lab, 3-5 page report
Assessment
Individual written exam, 3 hours
The result of the exam can be appealed.
A resit or rescheduled exam may take the form of an oral exam. If oral exams are used for resits or rescheduled exams, the exam results cannot be appealed.
Permitted exam materials and equipment
All aids enclosed with the exam question paper, writing- and drawing materials, and a handheld calculator that cannot be used for wireless communication or to perform symbolic calculations. If the calculator’s internal memory can store data, the memory must be deleted before the exam. Random checks may be carried out.
Grading scale
Grade scale A-F.
Examiners
One internal examiner. External examiners are used regularly.
Course contact person
Eivind Johnsen