Course syllabus adopted 2021-02-26 by Head of Programme (or corresponding).
Overview
- Swedish nameStrukturmekanik
- CodeTME305
- Credits7.5 Credits
- OwnerTKSAM
- Education cycleFirst-cycle
- Main field of studyCivil and Environmental Engineering
- DepartmentINDUSTRIAL AND MATERIALS SCIENCE
- GradingTH - Pass with distinction (5), Pass with credit (4), Pass (3), Fail
Course round 1
- Teaching language Swedish
- Application code 58122
- Block schedule
- Open for exchange studentsNo
Credit distribution
Module | Sp1 | Sp2 | Sp3 | Sp4 | Summer | Not Sp | Examination dates |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0117 Examination 4.5 c Grading: TH | 4.5 c |
| |||||
| 0217 Project 3 c Grading: UG | 3 c |
In programmes
Examiner
Mats Ander- Senior Lecturer, Material and Computational Mechanics, Industrial and Materials Science
Eligibility
General entry requirements for bachelor's level (first cycle)Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.
Specific entry requirements
The same as for the programme that owns the course.Applicants enrolled in a programme at Chalmers where the course is included in the study programme are exempted from fulfilling the requirements above.
Course specific prerequisites
MVE475 Introductory course in calculus
MVE480 Linear algebra
MVE450 Computational mathematics
TME275 Mechanics
TME300 Solid mechanics
Recommended courses:
BOM230 Sound and vibrations
MVE500 Series and derivatives in several variables
MVE515 Computational mathematics, second course
Aim
The aim of the course is that the student should acquire general knowledge about basic definitions and relations in Structural Mechanics as well as being able to establish computational models for trusses and framework in two and three dimensions. Of special importance is the ability to employ matrix methods as a tool for solving general linear, and nonlinear structural mechanics problems by use of computer.The aim is also to let the student practice how to validate the model results and to prepare for further studies in the field of structural engineering. The course in Structural mechanics is a prerequisite for entrance to the Masters programme in Structural engineering and building technology MPSEB.
Learning outcomes (after completion of the course the student should be able to)
-Explain and apply force-deformation relations at material- cross sectional- and structural levels for different structural elements, such as bars, beams and rods.
-Explain and apply the transformations between the different levels as well as taking the step from the continuous model to the discrete model.
-Apply the displacement method for modeling and analysis of trusses and frames, both by hand- as well as computer calculation
-Apply the displacement method for modeling and analysis of geometrically non-linear structures w r t large displacements and structural instability
-Apply the displacement method for modeling and dynamic analysis of structures
- Explain and apply static condensation for small substructures
-Apply rigid body kinematics to connect an elastic structure with the foundation.
(Plates, piles and springsupports)
- Apply the plastic hinge theory to determine the ultimate loading of beams, by hand or by use of material non-linear analysis using computer calculation
Explain how the displacement method, (Finte element method), kan be used for solving engineering problems in different fields.
Content
Definitions: force-, stiffness-, and deformation relations, virtual work, displacement method, geometrical transformation matrices, homogenous and particular solution, foundation connections, geometrical- and material nonlinear analysis, buckling of frames, mechanisms, vibrations of beams.
Structures; Systems of springs, trusses, continous beams, frames, interaction with foundation, staticaly determined and undetermined problems.
Materials: Linear elastic, and elastic-ideal plastic
Organisation
The course offers the following learning activities: Theory is presentated at lectures. At problem solving classes in computer rooms, structures are modeled and analysed. Laboration sessions with physical experiments. A seminar where a real structure is analysed and presented.
Literature
O. Dahlblom, K-G Olsson: Strukturmekanik, Modellering och analys av ramar och fackverk, Andra upplagan, Studentlitteratur AB, Lund (In Swedish)Hand outs, lecture notes, during the course from the division of Material and computatuional mechanics at the department of Industrial and materials science ( in Swedish)
Examination including compulsory elements
Approved written exam together with a project work containing laboration, computer assignments and a seminar. The project hand in can give bonus credits for the higher marks of the written exam.The course examiner may assess individual students in other ways than what is stated above if there are special reasons for doing so, for example if a student has a decision from Chalmers on educational support due to disability.