About this course

Principle of structural dynamic for single-degree of freedom (SDOF) and multi-degree of freedom (MDOF) systems. Introduction concepts on seismic design and earthquake engineering.

Learning outcome

Upon course completion, the students should be able to perform structural analysis and engineering design of complex buildings to withstand a variety of loads and loading combinations at a specified reliability level. Furthermore, the student should learn to adapt structural solutions to certain design assignment. The course covers constructions using the 2D-elasticity theory and the students are trained in using FEM-software in the design of building frames (timber, steel and reinforced concrete). Reliability and safety considerations are adapted in compliance with building codes and applicable requirements in general.

  • Learning activities

    The material is presented through lectures, supported by course literature. The theory is being applied to practical engineering design tasks through supervised problem-calcsolving. A certain amount of time is devoted to the application of FEM-software to the solving of engineering tasks, which allows for acquaintance with multiple design alternatives.

  • Teaching support

    Assistant teacher and lecturers will be available for supervision during office hours.

  • Syllabus

    Reading list and lecture notes will be handed out during the course.

  • Prerequisites

    TBM120, TBA222,TBA223 and TBA224 (or corresponding previous knowledge).

  • Recommended prerequisites

    TBM350 (previously TBM250) for introduction to FEM-theory.

  • Assessment method

    Portfolio assessment (20%) with a final 3.5 hour written examination (80%).

    Portfolio Grading: Letter grades

    Written exam Grading: Letter grades



    Portfolio

    Karakterregel: Letter grades

    Written exam

    Karakterregel: Letter grades

    Hjelpemiddel: B2 Calculator handen out, other aids as specified

  • About use of AI

  • Examiner scheme

    The external and internal examiner jointly prepare the exam questions and the correction manual. The external examiner reviews the internal examiner's examination results by correcting a random sample of candidates exams as a calibration according to the Department's guidelines for examination markings.

  • Mandatory activity

    Delivery of assignments during the course.

  • Teaching hours

    Organized teaching: 130 hours. Lectures: 78 hours (6 hours per week). Exercises: 56 hours (4 hours per week). Unsupervised exercises and construction site excursions could be also organized.

  • Admission requirements

    Special requirements in Science