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Isostatic Structures

Structure Type: Study unit
Code: IRA0101
Type: Compulsory / Professional Studies
Curriculum: I-RT 2008
Level: Bachelor of Engineering
Year of Study: 1 (2008-2009)
Credits: 4 cr
Responsible Teacher: Laaja, Martti
Language of Instruction: Finnish

Courses During the Academic Year 2008-2009

Impl.Study TimeTeacher(s)LanguageEnrolment
52009-01-05 – 2009-05-02Heikki PaananenFinnish2008-12-08 – 2009-01-11

Learning Outcomes

The student will understand the effect of the loads on the structures used in normal practice, understands the function of simple, structurally determinate structures and can analyse structures.

Contents

Equilibrium of the structures. The stresses of the rod members; tension and compression, bending and shear, torsion. Internal normal-, shear-, bending moment- and torsion force diagrams. Statically determinate beams, frames, arches and truss structures. Influence lines. Computer applications.

Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools

Hahtokari, T. Isostatic structures, tuition manual
Salmi, T. Mechanics 1

Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods

Lectures and exercises

Assessment Methods

Exercises and exams.


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