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Basics of Steel Structures

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IRA0303
Type: Compulsory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: I-RT 2005
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 3 (2007-2008)
Credits: 4 cr
Responsible Teacher: Laaja, Martti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2007-2008

Impl.Group(s)Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
1I-RT-3N2007-08-27 – 2007-12-21Heikki PaananenFinnish2007-08-17 – 2007-09-02

Learning Outcomes

The student is able to design commonly used steel structures, understands the requirements of manufacture and environment. The student also understands the requirements for selection of steel grades and the demands of steel durability.

Contents

Steel manufacturing, steel in constructions and steel products. Basics of steel structure design, design methods, design under normal load conditions. Connections and applications of joints. Manufacturing and installation of steel structures. Corrosion and fire protection

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Material supplied by the teacher. Eurocode 3

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and exercises during the course, project assignment: design of an industrial building made of steel using CAD software.

Assessment Methods

Project assignment and exams.


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