AE 597A Spring - Computer Modeling of Building Structures (3 credits).
| Description |
| Theory and application of structural analysis using the direct stiffness method with matrix formulations. Use of computer programs for analysis of two- and three-dimensional structures. Validation and interpretation of results from computer analysis. Practical analysis and design of building structures to satisfy building code requirements. |
| Prerequisite(s) |
| A E 401, 402, and 430. |
| Course Objectives |
| This course is designed to provide AE students (Structures Option) with an ability to perform and understand structural modeling using computer software. Be able to identify and organize required information for describing a structural model. Be able to validate and interpret results from computer analysis. |
| Topics |
| Theory and applications of structural analysis using the direct stiffness method with matrix formulation. Use of computer programs for analysis of two- and three-dimensional structures. Validation and interpretation of results from computer analysis. Practical analysis and design of building structures to satisfy building code requirements. |
| Class/Lab Schedule |
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2 Classes/week, 1 hr lecture followed by 1 hr computer lab. |