Module Title: Structural Analysis I
Language of Instruction:English
Credits: 5
NFQ Level:6
Module Delivered In 2 programme(s)
Teaching & Learning Strategies: Lectures Project work Private study
Module Aim: The aims of the module are: (1) to develop an understanding of structural theory and analysis;
Learning Outcomes
On successful completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1 to draw a shear force and bending moment diagram for statically determinate members.
LO2 to calculate the section properties for symmetrical and non-symmetrical sections.
LO3 to analyse a simple truss using the method of sections and method of joints.
Pre-requisite learning
Module Recommendations

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Incompatible Modules
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Co-requisite Modules
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Requirements
This is prior learning (or a practical skill) that is mandatory before enrolment in this module is allowed.
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Module Content & Assessment

Indicative Content
Theory of Structures
(a) Section properties:- area, second moment of area, elastic modulus and radius of gyration (b) Shear force and bending moment diagrams (c) Theory of simple bending (d) Tension and compression members (e) Effective length and slenderness ratio. (f) Axial capacity of compressive members. (g) Analysis of pinned jointed frames
Assessment Breakdown%
Continuous Assessment85.00%
Project15.00%
Continuous Assessment
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Other n/a 1,2,3 85.00 n/a
Project
Assessment Type Assessment Description Outcome addressed % of total Assessment Date
Project In conjunction with 2nd year Architects project , the design of a timber flat roof. 1 15.00 End-of-Semester
No Practical
No End of Module Formal Examination

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Module Workload

Workload: Full Time
Workload Type Frequency Average Weekly Learner Workload
Lecture 12 Weeks per Stage 3.00
Estimated Learner Hours 12 Weeks per Stage 7.42
Total Hours 125.00
 

Module Delivered In

Programme Code Programme Semester Delivery
CW_CMHCE_B Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Civil Engineering 3 Mandatory
CW_CMCIV_D Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering 3 Mandatory