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Theory of Structures Assignment

Assignment 1- Problem solving task

Brief description of assessment task -

Use structural analysis techniques to solve two separate structural engineering problems and provide a written response which demonstrates the depth of your understanding of the results.

This task assesses your achievement of these Unit Learning Outcome(s)

• Ability to assess and define the structural determinacy and stability of structures,
• Ability to determine deflections of statically determinate structures,
• Construct influence lines for determinate and indeterminate structures and use influence lines to ascertain the effect of moving loads on the structure,
• Manage and communicate information effectively through the use of written and graphical communication.

This task assesses your achievement of these Graduate Learning Outcome(s)

• Application of structural analysis knowledge and capabilities,
• Ability to use written and graphical communication to inform,
• Ability to evaluate information using critical and analytical thinking and judgement,
• Ability to create solutions to authentic structural engineering problems.

Assignment 2- Problem solving task

Brief description of assessment task -

Use structural analysis techniques to solve two separate structural engineering problems and provide a written response which demonstrates the depth of your understanding of the results.

This task assesses your achievement of these Unit Learning Outcome(s)

• Ability to assess and define the structural determinacy and stability of structures,
• Demonstrate proficiency in the analysis of statically indeterminate structures using force and displacement methods,
• Manage and communicate information effectively through the use of written and graphical communication.

This task assesses your achievement of these Graduate Learning Outcome(s)

• Application of structural analysis knowledge and capabilities,
• Ability to use written and graphical communication to inform,
• Ability to evaluate information using critical and analytical thinking and judgement,
• Ability to create solutions to authentic structural engineering problems.

Assignment 3 - Practical report

Brief description of assessment task -

A report which demonstrates knowledge of the experimental methods from the practical sessions, including analysis of experimental data and interpretation of results.

This task assesses your achievement of these Unit Learning Outcome(s)

• Demonstrate proficiency in the structural analysis of cables and arches and in calculating deflection for statically determinate structures,
• Construct influence lines for determinate and indeterminate structures and use influence lines to ascertain the effect of moving loads on the structure.
• Manage and communicate information effectively through the use of written and graphical communication to a professional audience

This task assesses your achievement of these Graduate Learning Outcome(s)

• Application of structural analysis knowledge and capabilities,
• Ability to use written and graphical communication to inform,
• Ability to evaluate information using critical and analytical thinking and judgement,
• Ability to create solutions to authentic structural engineering problems.

Assignment 4 - Examination

Brief description of assessment task -

Closed-book examination of two hours duration. All work presented during the classes, seminars and practical's is examinable.

This task assesses your achievement of these Unit Learning Outcome(s) -

• Assess and define the structural determinacy and stability of a range of structures,
• Demonstrate proficiency in the structural analysis of cables and arches and in calculating deflection for statically determinate structures,
• Demonstrate proficiency in the analysis of indeterminate structures using force and displacement methods,
• Construct influence lines for determinate and indeterminate structures and use influence lines to ascertain the effect of moving loads on the structure,
• Manage and communicate information effectively through the use of written and graphical communication.

This task assesses your achievement of these Graduate Learning Outcome(s) -

• Application of structural analysis knowledge and capabilities,
• Ability to use written and graphical communication to inform,
• Ability to evaluate information using critical and analytical thinking and judgement,
• Ability to create solutions to authentic structural engineering problems.

Attachment:- Assignment File.rar