5 ECTS credits
125 h study time
Offer 1 with catalog number 1015499BNR for all students in the 2nd semester at a (B) Bachelor - advanced level.
After an overview of the (types of) constructions, the student is introduced in the structural Eurocode principles of the semi-probabilistic methods and of the limit state design. The structural load cases and the load combinations to be used in the Ultimate Limit State (ULS) and in the Serviceability Limit State (SLS) are discussed. Determination of action effects (internal forces and moments) and the methods of global analysis are treated. The student gains insight in the design for strength and the design for stiffness and can design a stable construction, taking into account instability phenomena. The student is able to apply structural simplification, as used in practice in a preliminary design phase to get a first estimate of the structural response (reaction and internal forces and deflections). A sustainable design is envisaged. An important aspect herein is the optimal use of material (diagrams of Ashby), of structural typology (choice of construction elements e.g. beams, trusses,…) and their topology or configuration in space (morphological indicators). To assure the comfort of people, structural effects under dynamic loadings such as wind, traffic loads, machinery must be checked and require at least a basic knowledge in the dynamic behaviour of a structure.
Course notes through PointCarré
The student gains insight in the design for strength and the design for stiffness and can design a stable construction, taking into account instability phenomena. The student is able to apply structural simplification, as used in practice in a preliminary design phase to get a first estimate of the structural response (reaction and internal forces and deflections). To assure the comfort of people, structural effects under dynamic loadings such as wind can be estimated by the students. The student can optimize the design. The student can design according to the limit state approach implemented in the Eurocodes.
The student can present its work. The student is prepared for an in depth interrogation to check if certain aspects of the course are fully understood.
The Bachelor has a broad fundamental knowledge and understanding of the physical and mechanical properties of materials, building technology and construction methods and the structural and physical behaviour of structures.
The Bachelor can independently look up information from (inter)national technical literature and other sources, evaluate it scientifically and report on it.
The Bachelor can model a structural, technical or physical system and analyse it through simulations and calculations
The Bachelor can develop a design project with societal added value through the integration of architectural vision, constructive logic, sound construction and imagination.
The Bachelor can communicate through text, speech, graphics, visuals and scale models by making use of the appropriate vocabulary
The Bachelor can reflect in a rational, abstract and critical way on the own work and that of others.
The Bachelor can work independently and in team.
The Bachelor has an attitude that demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment to the discipline and the ambition to translate this into life-long learning.
The Bachelor has an inventive and problem-solving attitude.
The final grade is composed based on the following categories:
Other Exam determines 100% of the final mark.
Within the Other Exam category, the following assignments need to be completed:
The project work consists of:
a written report and an oral presentation of the pre-design and optimization, including a scale model (30%)
a written report of the analysis and sizing and comparison between analytical and numerical results (30%)
a final report which combines the 2 reports in a single continuous report taking into consideration intermediate comments and corrections and a written report of the details - the end jury where the project is presented and questions are answered by the student (40%) - correction with Peer Assessment
The attendance of the student at the work sessions is compulsory.
This offer is part of the following study plans:
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering: Standaard traject (only offered in Dutch)
Bachelor of Architectural Engineering: Verkort traject (only offered in Dutch)