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Structural stability and Nonlinear Structural Mechanics

CIV_455

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Description

The module aims to introduce fundamental structural stability theory and its applications in structural engineering applications.


Introduction to instabilities in structures, 

Bifurcation and postbuckling analysis and imperfection sensitivity in SDOF structures

Instabilities in compression members, Euler buckling, real columns, approximate methods

Lateral Torsional Buckling in Beams

Instabilities in plates

Structural stability analysis using FEM codes.

Buckliphilia and adaptive structures 

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ECTS credits

5

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Teaching Language

English

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Exam Language

English

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Support Materials Language

English

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Basic Learning Outcomes

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Managing Entity (faculty)

Department of Civil Engineering and Geomatics (CUT)

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