Purdue University Calumet
School of Technology
Course Syllabus
CMET 32500 - Structural Applications
Credits and Contact Hours:
3 credit hours, 5 contact hours
Instructor’s or Course Coordinator’s Name:
Jose Pena
Text Book, Title, Author and Year:
Title: Fundamentals of Structural Analysis, 3rd edition, 2005.
Author: Leet
Title: Structural Steel Design LFRD Method, 3rd edition.
Author:McCormac
Title: Manual of Steel Construction, Load and Resistance Factor Design Manual of Steel
Construction, 2003.
Title: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary-ACI318American Concrete Institute.
Title: Minimum Design Loads for Building and Other Structures-ASCE Standard 7American Society of Civil Engineers.
Introduction to the Course:
a.
Catalog Description
Techniques in analyzing statically determinant and indeterminate structures with a
discussion of moment distribution. Standard design procedures for wood, steel, and
concrete structures. Sizing of beams, columns and connections.
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Prerequisites: CET 28000 or equivalent, or consent of instructor.
c.
Required Course
Specific Goals to the Course:
a. Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:
• Demonstrate the understanding and gain proficiency in the principles of structural analysis
and calculation and describe its function in the fields of construction engineering
technologies. (a, b, d, e, f, h, i, k)
• Demonstrate ability to solve problems related to structural applications in an accurate,
organized and neat manner. (a, c, d, k)
• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of moment distribution and describe
its function in the fields of construction engineering technologies. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h)
• Apply principles obtained from technical computations and any other previous course
related to problem solving and technical computations. (a, b, d, h)
• Apply principles obtained from Static, Strength of Materials and structural calculations
courses for the determination of internal stresses in determinate structures. (a, b, d, h)
• Display proficiency in manipulations of standards, specifications, codes and
recommendations involving steel, concrete and timber structures. (a, b, d, h, i)
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Show competence on development of complex shear, moment, rotation and deflection
equations for indeterminate structures as well as drawing appropriate corresponding
diagrams. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h)
Demonstrate understanding of the use and manipulation of Software for Analysis and
Design of Structures. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h)
Evidence understanding of analysis and transfer of loads from minor to major members.(a,
b, d, f)
Develop proficiency in the analysis and design of structural beams, columns, beamcolumns and connections, individually and as a whole structure. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h)
Exhibit ability to effectively present, analyze and interpret technical data whether or not
the results are obtained from computer software. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h)
Exhibit proficiency in performing Structural Applications calculations and concepts,
including footing connections. (a, b, d, e, f, g, h)
Demonstrate the ability to develop and present a building design project using loads
requires according to use of structure established by codes and standards. ((a, b, d, e, f, g,
h)
b. Student Outcomes
This course satisfies ABET Criteria a, b, c, d, e, f, g. h, i, k
Course Delivery Methods (check all that apply):
√ Lecture
√ Laboratory
□ Online
□ Discussion groups
□ Projects
□ Other (explain)
Factors Used to Determine the Course Grade (check all that apply):
√ Quizzes
√ Exams – 3 exams @ 20% each; final exam 25%
√ Homework – and quizzes – 15%
□ Papers
□ Lab Reports
□ Class participation
□ How final grade is determined
Brief List of Topics to be Covered:
Types of Structures and Loads (review)
Composite Construction
Analysis of Statically Determinate Structures
Approximate analysis of statically indeterminate Structures
Analysis of Indeterminate Structures. Displacement Method of Analysis: Moment Distribution
Reinforced Concrete Structures
Design process of reinforced concrete
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