University of Galway

Course Module Information

Course Modules

Semester 1 | Credits: 5

In this module the students consider more advanced topics on structural behaviour and use a variety of methods to solve for bending moments and shear forces in different structures
(Language of instruction: English)

Learning Outcomes
  1. Identify the method of load transfer in structures
  2. Using qualitative methods, sketch the deformed shape and bending moment distribution in plane structures
  3. Use the Moment Distribution method for the analysis of continuous beams and plane frames
  4. Use the Principle of Virtual Work to determine the deformation and force distribution in statically determine and indeterminate structures
  5. Identify inflection points in multi-storey and multi-bay frames subject to gravity loads and lateral loads as part of the implementation of the approximate method of analysis, and thereafter determine the internal forces and moments of these frames
  6. Apply the approximate method of analysis to indeterminate trusses
  7. Define the duality of structural analysis: stiffness approach and flexibility approach. Application to propped cantilever
  8. Analyse engineering frames and trusses using the flexibility method
  9. Construct influence lines for shearing force, bending moment and deflection of structures
Assessments
  • Written Assessment (100%)
Teachers
Reading List
  1. "Structural Analysis" by R. C. Coates,M. G. Coutie,F. K. Kong
    ISBN: 9780412379802.
    Publisher: CRC Press
The above information outlines module CE3119: "Theory of Structures" and is valid from 2020 onwards.
Note: Module offerings and details may be subject to change.