101-0113-10L Theory of Structures (for Environmental Engineering)
| Semester | Autumn Semester 2021 |
| Lecturers | B. Sudret |
| Periodicity | yearly recurring course |
| Language of instruction | German |
| Comment | Only for Environmental Engineering BSc. |
Courses
| Number | Title | Hours | Lecturers | ||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 101-0113-10 G | Baustatik (für Umweltingenieurwissenschaften) Vorlesung: jeweils dienstags in Semesterwochen 1-8 Übungen (Kolloquium): jeweils montags in Semesterwochen 2-9 | 2.5 hrs |
| B. Sudret |
Catalogue data
| Abstract | Introduction to structural mechanics, statically determinate beams and frame structures, trusses. Stresses in statically determinate structures. |
| Learning objective | - Understanding the response of elastic beam and frame structures - Ability to correctly apply the equilibrium conditions - Understanding the basics of continuum mechanics - Computation of stresses in elastic structures |
| Content | - Equilibrium, reactions, static determinacy - Internal forces (normal and shear forces, moments) - Arches and cables - Elastic trusses - Influence lines - Basics of continuum mechanics - Stresses in elastic beams |
| Lecture notes | Bruno Sudret, "Einführung in die Baustatik" (2018) Additional course material will be available on the web page: https://sudret.ibk.ethz.ch/education/baustatik-for-environmental-engineers.html |
| Literature | Peter Marti, "Theory of Structures", Wiley, 2013, 679 pp. |
Performance assessment
| Performance assessment information (valid until the course unit is held again) | |
Performance assessment as a semester course | |
| ECTS credits | 3 credits |
| Examiners | B. Sudret |
| Type | session examination |
| Language of examination | German |
| Repetition | The performance assessment is offered every session. Repetition possible without re-enrolling for the course unit. |
| Mode of examination | written 90 minutes |
| Written aids | 5 Seiten Zusammenfassung (handschriftlich oder digital verfasst) Nicht-programmierbare Taschenrechner ohne externe Kommunikation (siehe Liste auf Homepage) |
| This information can be updated until the beginning of the semester; information on the examination timetable is binding. | |
Learning materials
| Main link | Offizielle Vorlesungswebseite |
| Only public learning materials are listed. | |
Groups
| No information on groups available. |
Restrictions
| Priority | Registration for the course unit is only possible for the primary target group |
| Primary target group | Environmental Engineering BSc (105000)
Environmental Engineering (Mobility) (123000) |
Offered in
| Programme | Section | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental Engineering Bachelor | Elective Block: Civil Engineering | W |  |