Department of Civil Engineering

CIVE 309 | Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Name

Structural Analysis

Code	Semester	Theory (hour/week)	Application/Lab (hour/week)	Local Credits	ECTS
CIVE 309	FALL	3	2	4	7

Prerequisites	CIVE 206 To get a grade of at least FD
Course Language	English
Course Type	Required (Core Course)
Course Level	First Cycle
Mode of Delivery	Face-To-Face
Teaching Methods and Techniques of the Course	-
National Occupational Classification Code	-
Course Coordinator	Doç. Dr. Onur Merter
Course Lecturer(s)	Doç. Dr. Onur Merter
Assistant(s)	Araş. Gör. Hüseyin Kürşat Çelik

Course Objectives

The aim of the course is to learn the basic principles of structural analysis and the methods to be used in the analysis of statically-determinate beam, truss and frame systems, to draw system internal force diagrams, to learn the methods used in the displacement calculations of statically-determinate systems, and to classify, model and analyze structural systems.

Learning Outcomes

The students who succeeded in this course;

Name	Description	PC Sub	* Contribution Level
Name	Description	PC Sub	1	2	3	4	5
LO1	Classify the structural systems.	1.6			X
LO2	Define the loads which act on the structural systems.	1.6			X
LO3	Calculate the support reactions and internal forces of statically-determinate systems.	2			X
LO4	Draw the internal force diagrams of statically-determinate systems.	1.6				X
LO5	Calculate the elastic displacements of the statically-determinate beams, frames and trusses.	2			X
LO6	Perform structural modeling and analysis of different structural systems.	2			X

Course Description

In this course, structural systems will be classified, assumptions in calculations will be examined and concepts of load, support reaction, equilibrium, internal force and displacement will be learned. Internal force diagrams of different structural systems will be drawn and the methods used in displacement calculations will be examined.

Related Sustainable Development Goals

Course Category	Core Courses
	Major Area Courses	X
	Supportive Courses
	Media and Managment Skills Courses
	Transferable Skill Courses

WEEKLY SUBJECTS AND RELATED PREPARATION STUDIES

Week	Subjects	Required Materials	Learning Outcome
1	Introduction and general overview of the course and the fundamental concepts. Types of structures and loads.	Chapter 1: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO1
2	Analysis of statically determinate structures, beam analysis, frame analysis and calculation of reactions at supports.	Chapter 2: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO2
3	Analysis of statically determinate trusses.	Chapter 3: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO3
4	Internal loadings developed in structural members, shear and moment diagrams for statically-determinate beams.	Chapter 4: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO4
5	Internal loadings developed in structural members, shear and moment diagrams for statically-determinate frames.	Chapter 4: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO4
6	Deflections of statically determinate systems, elastic curve, elastic-beam theory, and double integration method.	Chapter 8: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO5
7	Deflections of statically determinate systems, elastic curve, elastic-beam theory, and double integration method.	Chapter 8: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO5
8	1st Midterm Exam		-
9	Deflections of statically-determinate systems, Moment-Area Theorems.	Chapter 8: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO5
10	Deflections of statically-determinate systems using energy methods, the principle of work and energy.	Chapter 9: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO6
11	Deflections of statically-determinate trusses using the principle of virtual work.	Chapter 9: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO6
12	2nd Midterm Exam		-
13	Deflections of statically-determinate beams and frames using the principle of virtual work.	Chapter 9: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO6
14	Deflections of statically-determinate trusses, beams, and frames using Castigliano’s Theorem.	Chapter 9: R.C. Hibbeler, Structural Analysis, Ninth Edition in SI Units, Pearson Global Editions, 2017.	LO6
15	Semester Review		-
16	Final Exam		-

Course Notes/Textbooks	R.C. Hibbeler Structural Analysis Ninth Edition in SI Units Pearson Global Editions 2017 ISBN: 1292089474.
Suggested Readings/Materials	K.M. Leet C.M. Uang A.M. Gilbert Fundamentals of Structural Analysıs 4/e McGraw Hill 2010 ISBN: 0073401099.

EVALUATION SYSTEM

Semester Activities	Number	Weighting	LO1	LO2	LO3	LO4	LO5	LO6
Midterm	2	50	X	X	X	X	X	X
Final Exam	1	50	X	X	X	X	X	X
Total	3	100

ECTS / WORKLOAD TABLE

Semester Activities	Number	Duration (Hours)	Workload
Participation	-	-	-
Theoretical Course Hours	16	3	48
Laboratory / Application Hours	16	2	32
Study Hours Out of Class	14	4	56
Field Work	-	-	-
Quizzes / Studio Critiques	-	-	-
Portfolio	-	-	-
Homework / Assignments	-	-	-
Presentation / Jury	-	-	-
Project	-	-	-
Seminar / Workshop	-	-	-
Oral Exams	-	-	-
Midterms	2	20	40
Final Exam	1	34	34
		Total	210

COURSE LEARNING OUTCOMES AND PROGRAM QUALIFICATIONS RELATIONSHIP

#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	* Contribution Level
#	PC Sub	Program Competencies/Outcomes	1	2	3	4	5
1	Engineering Knowledge: Knowledge of mathematics, science, basic engineering, computation, and related engineering discipline-specific topics; the ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems.
	1	Mathematics
	2	Science
	3	Basic Engineering
	4	Computation
	5	Related engineering discipline-specific topics
	6	The ability to apply this knowledge to solve complex engineering problems			LO1 LO2	LO4
2	Problem Analysis: Ability to identify, formulate and analyze complex engineering problems using basic knowledge of science, mathematics and engineering, and considering the UN Sustainable Development Goals relevant to the problem being addressed.				LO3 LO5 LO6
3	Engineering Design: The ability to devise creative solutions to complex engineering problems; the ability to design complex systems, processes, devices or products to meet current and future needs, considering realistic constraints and conditions.
	1	Ability to design creative solutions to complex engineering problems
	2	Ability to design complex systems, processes, devices or products to meet current and future needs, considering realistic constraints and conditions
4	Use of Techniques and Tools: Ability to select and use appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and computing tools, including estimation and modeling, for the analysis and solution of complex engineering problems, while recognizing their limitations.
5	Research and Investigation: Ability to use research methods to investigate complex engineering problems, including literature research, designing and conducting experiments, collecting data, and analyzing and interpreting results.
	1	Literature research for the study of complex engineering problems
	2	Designing experiments
	3	Ability to use research methods, including conducting experiments, collecting data. analyzing and interpreting results
6	Global Impact of Engineering Practices: Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment, within the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals; awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions.
	1	Knowledge of the impacts of engineering practices on society, health and safety, economy, sustainability, and the environment, within the context of the UN Sustainable Development Goals
	2	Awareness of the legal implications of engineering solutions
7	Ethical Behavior: Acting in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession, knowledge about ethical responsibility; awareness of being impartial, without discrimination, and being inclusive of diversity.
	1	Acting in accordance with the principles of the engineering profession, knowledge about ethical responsibility ethical responsibility
	2	Awareness of being impartial and inclusive of diversity, without discriminating on any subject
8	Individual and Teamwork: Ability to work effectively, individually and as a team member or leader on interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote or hybrid).
	1	Ability to work individually and within the discipline
	2	Ability to work effectively as a team member or leader in multidisciplinary teams (face-to-face, remote or hybrid)
9	Verbal and Written Communication: Taking into account the various differences of the target audience (such as education, language, profession) on technical issues.
	1	Ability to communicate verbally
	2	Ability to communicate effectively in writing
10	Project Management: Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis; awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation.
	1	Knowledge of business practices such as project management and economic feasibility analysis
	2	Awareness of entrepreneurship and innovation
11	Lifelong Learning: Lifelong learning skills that include being able to learn independently and continuously, adapting to new and developing technologies, and thinking questioningly about technological changes.