Advanced Structural Analysis I

Unit Outline (Higher Education)

Level of Unit in Course

AQF Level(s) of Course

Level of Unit in Course

Introductory

Intermediate

Effective Term:

2024/05

Institute / School :

Institute of Innovation, Science & Sustainability

Unit Title:

Advanced Structural Analysis I

Unit ID:

ENGIN5202

Credit Points:

15.00

Prerequisite(s):

(ENGIN3201)

Co-requisite(s):

Nil

Exclusion(s):

Nil

ASCED:

030903

Other Change:

Brief description of the Unit

This unit equips participants with advanced theoretical and technical knowledge and skills in the area of structural design. After having successfully completed the unit, participants will gain the skills for structural engineering work.

Grade Scheme:

Graded (HD, D, C, P, MF, F, XF)

Work Experience Indicator:

No work experience

Placement Component:

Supplementary Assessment:Yes

Where supplementary assessment is available a student must have failed overall in the Unit but gained a final mark of 45 per cent or above, has completed all major assessment tasks (including all sub-components where a task has multiple parts) as specified in the Unit Description and is not eligible for any other form of supplementary assessment

Course Level:

Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this unit, students should be able to:

Knowledge:

K1.	Discern the principles of design of steel frame buildings, as total systems and with regard to the design of individual components

K2.	Identify the considerations and processes in the design of various types of reinforced concrete slab systems, foundations and columns for strength

K3.	Identify the considerations and processes in the design of reinforced concrete beams and slabs for deflection control

K4.	Recognise methods of construction, design principles and the approaches to the design of prestressed concrete

Skills:

S1.	Create well-communicated and professional high-quality documents presenting analysis and design computations and computer modelling details and outcomes.

S2.	Develop computer models of complex structural systems and validate the results by independent manual means

S3.	Exercise informed judgement in making structural design decisions

S4.	Demonstrate effective teamwork in the completion of structural design tasks

Application of knowledge and skills:

A1.	Design steel/portal frame buildings, with due regard for relevant Australian Standards and contemporary construction practices

A2.	Design reinforced concrete flat slab floors and foundations for buildings, on the basis of flexure and two-way shear

A3.	Produce calculations and checks which will ensure that reinforced concrete beams and slabs comply with appropriate deflection controls

A4.	Design all aspects of reinforced concrete columns under given loads, on the basis of AS3600

A5.	Develop the preliminary design of the prestressing requirements for concrete floors in buildings, on the basis of AS3600 and with due regard for current industry practice

Unit Content:

•Design of steel members under combined actions and steel frame buildings
•Design of reinforced concrete two-way and flat slabs for flexure and shear
•Deflection of reinforced concrete beams and slabs
•Design aspects of reinforced concrete foundations
•Introduction to design of prestressed concrete

Graduate Attributes:

	Learning Outcomes Assessed	Assessment Tasks	Assessment Type	Weighting
1.	K1-K4, S1-S4, A1-A5	Design excercises	Design reports	40%-50%
2.	K1-K4, S3, A1-A5	Tutorial problems, tests, exams	Examination or Class Tests	50%-60%

Adopted Reference Style:

IEEE ()

Professional Standards / Competencies:

Standard / Competency

Engineers Australia - Stage 1 (Professional): 2013 accreditation

Attribute		Level
1 Knowledge and Skill Base
	1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.		Assessed
	1.2 Conceptual understanding of the mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.		Assessed
	1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.		Assessed
	1.4 Discernment of knowledge development and research directions within the engineering discipline.		Practised
	1.5 Knowledge of contextual factors impacting the engineering discipline.		Practised
	1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.		Practised
2 Engineering Application Ability
	2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.		Assessed
	2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.		Assessed
	2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.		Assessed
	2.4 Application of systematic approaches to the conduct and management of engineering projects.		Practised
3 Professional and Personal Attributes
	3.1 Ethical conduct and professional accountability.		Exposed
	3.2 Effective oral and written communication in professional and lay domains.		Practised
	3.3 Creative, innovative and pro-active demeanour.		Exposed
	3.4 Professional use and management of information.		Practised
	3.5 Orderly management of self, and professional conduct.		Exposed
	3.6 Effective team membership and team leadership.		Exposed

Engineers Australia - Stage 1 (Professional): 2017 accreditation & AQF

Attribute			Assessed	Level
1 Knowledge and Skill Base
	1.1 Comprehensive, theory based understanding of the underpinning natural and physical sciences and the engineering fundamentals applicable to the engineering discipline.
		1.1.1 Engages with the engineering discipline at a phenomenological level, applying sciences and engineering fundamentals to systematic investigation, interpretation, analysis and innovative solution of complex problems and broader aspects of engineering practice.	Yes	Advanced
	1.2 Conceptual understanding of the, mathematics, numerical analysis, statistics, and computer and information sciences which underpin the engineering discipline.
		1.2.1 Develops and fluently applies relevant investigation analysis, interpretation, assessment, characterisation, prediction, evaluation, modelling, decision making, measurement, knowledge management and communication tools and techniques pertinent to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
	1.3 In-depth understanding of specialist bodies of knowledge within the engineering discipline.
		1.3.1 Proficiently applies advanced technical knowledge and skills in at least one specialist practice domain of the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
	1.6 Understanding of the scope, principles, norms, accountabilities and bounds of contemporary engineering practice in the specific discipline.
		1.6.1 Applies systematic principles of engineering design relevant to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		1.6.2 Appreciates the basis and relevance of standards and codes of practice, as well as legislative and statutory requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
2 Engineering Application Ability
	2.1 Application of established engineering methods to complex engineering problem solving.
		2.1.2 Ensures that all aspects of an engineering activity are soundly based on fundamental principles - by diagnosing, and taking appropriate action with data, calculations, results, proposals, processes, practices, and documented information that may be ill-founded, illogical, erroneous, unreliable or unrealistic.	Yes	Advanced
		2.1.4 Partitions problems, processes or systems into manageable elements for the purposes of analysis, modelling or design and then re-combines to form a whole, with the integrity and performance of the overall system as the paramount consideration.	Yes	Advanced
		2.1.6 Critically reviews and applies relevant standards and codes of practice underpinning the engineering discipline and nominated specialisations.	Yes	Advanced
		2.1.8 Interprets and ensures compliance with relevant legislative and statutory requirements applicable to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
	2.2 Fluent application of engineering techniques, tools and resources.
		2.2.1 Proficiently identifies, selects and applies the materials, components, devices, systems, processes, resources, plant and equipment relevant to the engineering discipline.	Yes	Advanced
		2.2.2 Constructs or selects and applies from a qualitative description of a phenomenon, process, system, component or device a mathematical, physical or computational model based on fundamental scientific principles and justifiable simplifying assumptions.	Yes	Advanced
		2.2.4 Applies a wide range of engineering tools for analysis, simulation, visualisation, synthesis and design, including assessing the accuracy and limitations of such tools, and validation of their results.	Yes	Advanced
	2.3 Application of systematic engineering synthesis and design processes.
		2.3.1 Proficiently applies technical knowledge and open ended problem solving skills as well as appropriate tools and resources to design components, elements, systems, plant, facilities and/or processes to satisfy user requirements.	Yes	Advanced