Civil Engineering (English)
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE: Level 6 QF-EHEA: First Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 6

General course introduction information

Course Code: CE320
Course Name: Theory of Structures II
Course Semester: Spring
Course Credits:
Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
3 0 3 6
Language of instruction: EN
Course Requisites: CE319 - Theory of Structures - I
Does the Course Require Work Experience?: No
Type of course:
Course Level:
Bachelor TR-NQF-HE:6. Master`s Degree QF-EHEA:First Cycle EQF-LLL:6. Master`s Degree
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ONUR GEDİK
Course Lecturer(s): Dr.Öğr.Üyesi ONUR GEDİK
Course Assistants:

Course Objective and Content

Course Objectives: At the end of this course students will be able to:

Develop a suitable mathematical model for the structural system.
Understand and model the relation between structural members and supports with respect to a reference system.
Apply Force Method to a statically indeterminate structural system and obtain the section stress resultant diagrams.
Define a structural system as sidesway or no sidesway and apply suitable solution methods.
Apply Slope Deflection (a matrix method) or Moment Distribution Method (an iteration approach) on a structural system and obtain the section stress resultant diagram.
Course Content: Introduction to statically indeterminate sturctural systems. Principles of Force Method, superposition, Betti Theory, continuity and static equilibrium. Selection of Primary System and calculation procedure. Effects of temperature and support settlements. Calculations of elastic supports and joints. Statically indeterminate trusses. Influence lines with Force Method. Introduction to Slope-Deflection and Moment Distribution methods. Solving no-sidesway systems with Slope-Deflection method. Solving sidesway systems with Slope-Deflection method. Solving no-sidesway systems with Moment Distribution method. Solving sidesway systems with Moment Distribution method. Calculations of earthquake effects by Muto method. Introduction matrix methods.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Learning Outcomes
1 - Knowledge
Theoretical - Conceptual
1) Analyses statically indeterminate systems under external loads by force method.
2) Analyses statically indeterminate systems under thermal effects, support settlements and elastic supports/connections by force method.
2 - Skills
Cognitive - Practical
1) Applies slope-deflection method to a statically indeterminate structural system and obtains the section stress resultant diagrams.
2) Applies moment distirbution method to a statically indeterminate structural system and obtains the section stress resultant diagrams.
3) Obtains mechanical properties of any material by designing a test setup.
3 - Competences
Communication and Social Competence
Learning Competence
Field Specific Competence
Competence to Work Independently and Take Responsibility

Lesson Plan

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Introduction to Statically Indeterminate Structures
2) Force Method Principles Superposition Static Equalibrium
3) Force Method Selection of Proper Determinate System Calculation Procedure
4) Force Method Thermal Effects Support Settlements
5) Force Method Elastic Supports and Connections Indeterminate Trusses
6) Force Method Influence Lines
7) Displacement Methods Slope-Deflection and Moment Distribution Methods
8) Slope-Deflection Method Analysis of Frames (Non-swaying)
9) MIDTERM
10) Slope-Deflection Method Analysis of Frames (Swaying)
11) Moment Distribution Method Analysis of Frames (Non-swaying)
12) Moment Distribution Method Analysis of Frames (Swaying)
13) Muto (k coefficients) Method for Lateral Loads and Introduction of Stiffness (Matrix) Method
14) FINAL

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Structural Analysis, R.C.Hibbeler, 8th Edition, Pearson Prentice Hall
References: Yapı Statiği, Cilt II, A.Çakıroğlu, E.Çetmeli, Beta Basım

Course-Program Learning Outcome Relationship

Learning Outcomes

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Program Outcomes
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose.
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions.
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Course - Learning Outcome Relationship

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Adequate knowledge in mathematics, science and engineering subjects pertaining to the relevant discipline; ability to use theoretical and applied information in these areas to model and solve engineering problems.
2) Ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems; ability to select and apply proper analysis and modelling methods for this purpose. 5
3) Ability to design a complex system, process, device or product under realistic constraints and conditions, in such a way so as to meet the desired result; ability to apply modern design methods for this purpose. (Realistic constraints and conditions may include factors such as economic and environmental issues, sustainability, manufacturability, ethics, health, safety issues, and social and political issues according to the nature of the design.)
4) Ability to select and use modern techniques and tools needed for analyzing and solving complex problems encountered in engineering practice; ability to employ information technologies effectively.
5) Ability to design and conduct experiments, gather data, analyze and interpret results for investigating complex engineering problems or discipline specific research questions. 1
6) Ability to work efficiently in intra-disciplinary and multi-disciplinary teams; ability to work individually.
7) Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; knowledge of a minimum of one foreign language; ability to write effective reports and comprehend written reports, prepare design and production reports, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear and intelligible instructions.
8) Recognition of the need for lifelong learning; ability to access information, to follow developments in science and technology, and to continue to educate him/herself.
9) Knowledge on behavior according ethical principles, professional and ethical responsibility and standards used in engineering practices.
10) Knowledge about business life practices such as project management, risk management, and change management; awareness in entrepreneurship, innovation; knowledge about sustainable development.
11) Knowledge about contemporary issues and the global and societal effects of engineering practices on health, environment, and safety; awareness of the legal consequences of engineering solutions.

Learning Activity and Teaching Methods

Expression
Individual study and homework
Lesson
Reading
Homework
Problem Solving

Assessment & Grading Methods and Criteria

Written Exam (Open-ended questions, multiple choice, true-false, matching, fill in the blanks, sequencing)
Homework
Individual Project

Assessment & Grading

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Application 1 % 5
Project 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 35
Final 1 % 50
total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 50
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 50
total % 100

Workload and ECTS Credit Grading

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 8 112
Homework Assignments 2 3 6
Midterms 1 2 2
Paper Submission 1 10 10
Final 1 2 2
Total Workload 174