SDCM71-316: Structures and Materials

Description

This subject provides students from non-engineering backgrounds with a basic understanding of building structures and soil mechanics. Fundamental structural engineering concepts such as calculation of forces and reactions, properties of common construction materials, bending moments and shear forces are introduced. Structural principles encompassing Strength, Serviceability and Stability are covered. Soil properties are examined, and foundation systems introduced.

Subject details

Learning outcomes

1. Identify, critically analyse and interpret external loading on structures to element form and structural components; 2. Apply the fundamentals of equilibrium and stress to perform simple calculations; 3. Describe and critically analyse the properties of technically reliable structural materials and their appropriate use within the built environment; and 4. Define, discuss and interpret appropriate foundation options based on an evaluation of soil properties.

Enrolment requirements

Subject outlines

• September 2022 [Standard]
• May 2022 [Standard]
• January 2022 [Standard]
• September 2021 [Standard - .]
• May 2021 [Standard - .]
• January 2021 [Standard - Weeks 1-12]
• September 2020 [Standard - .]
• May 2020 [Standard]
• January 2020 [Intensive - Wks 2 & 7]
• September 2019 [Intensive]
• May 2019 [Intensive]
• January 2019 [Intensive]
• September 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 3 & 8]
• September 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 2 &7]
• May 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 3 & 8]
• May 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 2 & 7]
• January 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 3 and 8]
• January 2018 [Intensive - Weeks 2 and 7]
• September 2017 [Intensive - Intensive [Wks 3 & 8]]
• September 2017 [Intensive - Weeks 2 & 7]
• May 2017 [Intensive]

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