Actions on Structures
| Structure Type: | Study unit |
|---|---|
| Code: | IRA0103 |
| Type: | Compulsory / Professional Studies |
| Curriculum: | I-RT 2008 |
| Level: | Bachelor of Engineering |
| Year of Study: | 2 (2009-2010) |
| Credits: | 2 cr |
| Responsible Teacher: | Laaja, Martti |
| Language of Instruction: | Finnish |
Courses During the Academic Year 2009-2010
| Impl. | Study Time | Teacher(s) | Language | Enrolment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 2009-08-24 – 2009-10-24 | Heikki Paananen | Finnish | 2009-08-14 – 2009-09-06 |
Learning Outcomes
The student will understand the effect of actions on the normal used structures and the concept of the safety level. The student can combine different actions appearing in practice.
Contents
Actions on the structures and buildings. The magnitude of the basic loads and their combinations. The safety of the structures.
Recommended or Required Reading and Other Learning Resources/Tools
SFS-EN1990 Eurocode, Basis of structures
EN 1991-1-3, Actions, Snow loads
EN 1991-2-4, Actions, Wind loads
RIL 144, Actions on structures
Finnish Building Codes B1, The safety of structures and actions
Mode of Delivery / Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Lessons and exercises
Assessment Methods
Exercises and exams.