SURANAREE UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY
INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING
SCHOOL OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
410331 Theory of Structures
1stTerm/2543
INSTRUCTORS:
Dr.Tanongsak Bisarnsin and Associates
PREREQUISITE:
410211 Mechanics of Material I
TEXT:
Structural Analysis; 4th Edition (1999)
Russell C. Hibbeler
DESCRIPTION:
The course examines the fundamentals and mechanics in
determining the structural loads and member forces, influence
lines, and deflections of the structural system. The emphasis is
on using the intuitive approach to introduce the concepts of the
theory to solve complex determinate, and simple indeterminate
structural problems.
OBJECTIVES:
The students are expected to be able to apply the theory to basic
structures involving the strategy in the process of formulation,
execution, and the diagrammatic interpretation of the results.
They are expected to be proficient in the construction of axial,
shear, bending-moment diagrams, and elastic curves of the
applicable structures such as beams, frames, and trusses.
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TERM SCHEDULE:
Week Topic
1
Types of Structures and Loading
Statically Determinate Structures
2
Two and Three Dimensional Trusses
3
Shear and Moment Diagrams
4
Cables and Arches
5
Beam Influence Lines
6
Panel and Truss Influence Lines
Bridges, and Maximum Influence
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Midterm Exams
7
Deflections:
Elastic Curve & Beam, Integration,
Moment Area
Conjugate Beam Method
8
Deflections:
External Work and Strain Energy
Principle of Work, Energy, and Virtual Work
Virtual Work: Trusses
9
Deflections:
Virtual Work: Beams and Frames
Virtual Strain Energy
10
Castigliano’s Theorem:
Trussses
11
Castigliano’s Theorem:
Beams and Frames
Introduction to Indeterminate Structures:
Beams
12
Indeterminate Structures:
Frames and Trusses
GRADING SYSTEM
Midterm/ Quizzes/ Assignments
Final Exam
40%
60%
GRADING GUIDES
90 and above
85-89
80-84
75-79
70-74
65-69
60-64
Below 60
A
B+
B
C+
C
D+
D
F
CLASS ATTENDANCE:
Missing 20% of classes will be disqualified from the course and will receive an
automatic grade of F. No make up quizzes or exams will be given. Students are
not allowed to enter the classroom after 10 minutes after the beginning, or leave
before the end of the class.