Semester:

7

Course Code:

CE5040

Course Name:

Computer Aided Structural Analysis and Design

Credit Value:

2 (Notional hours: 100)

Prerequisites:

CE3110

Core/Optional

Optional

Hourly Breakdown

Lecture hrs.

Tutorial hrs.

Practical hrs.

Assignment hrs.

Independent Learning & Assessment hrs.

23

1

9

3

64

Course Aim: To impart knowledge on finite element formulation and develop practical skills to solve real world engineering problems with the aid of a range of commercial finite element programs.

Intended Learning Outcomes:

On successful completion of the course, the students should be able to;

➢    explain the most suitable finite elements for modeling real world problems in civil engineering.

➢    model engineering structures using finite element software.

➢    analyze structures for external loading and interpret results.

➢    develop the practical skills to apply a range of software tools for the design of structural elements.

Course Content:

➢    Review of basis of finite element method: Spring element, Truss, beam elements, CST element.

➢    Analysis of frame buildings: Modeling of frame buildings, apply loads, and analyze under both gravity and lateral loads, automatic design of structural elements and compare with code-based calculations.

➢    Modal analysis: Eigen and Ritz vector analysis.

➢    Finite element formulation of plates and shells: Derivation of stiffness matrix for 4-node quadrilateral element, and higher- order elements; equivalent nodal forces; discretization error and convergence rate.

➢    Application of plates and shells: Modeling of reinforced concrete slabs, walls, foundations, water retaining structures, box culverts, post-tensioned slabs.

➢    Finite element formulation of solid element: Derivation of stiffness matrix for 8-node solid element, and higher-order elements; equivalent nodal forces; discretization error and convergence rate.

➢    Application of solid elements: Modeling of walls, RC beams and pile caps.

➢    Analysis of finite element models for different loading conditions: Construction stage analysis, short-term and long-term deflection analysis.

➢    Computer aided structural experimentation and comparison with experimental results.

Teaching /Learning Methods:

Classroom lectures, computer-based exercises, hands on experience with software

Assessment Strategy:

Continuous Assessment

40%

Final Assessment

60%

Details:

Assignments       40%

Theory (%)

60

Practical (%)

-

Other (%)

-

Recommended Reading:

➢    Logan, D.L. (2016). A first course in the finite element method, Cengage Learning.

➢    Chopra, A.K. (2011). Dynamics of Structures, 4th edn, Prentice Hall (or any new edition).