Study Guide

Objective

Students will understand the link between structural loads and stress levels in a structure and be able to calculate strain in a completed structure in different basic cases and assess the importance of the result.

Content

Introduction
Deformation
Types of strain
Different strain cases
Stability
Fatigue endurance limit

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The students are able to use calculation methods for analysing the tension of statically defined structures with expertise and can apply their acquired knowledge to solve complex problems. They can use calculation tools with routine and understand the main factors affecting dynamic certainty.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The students are able to solve tension problems associated with statically defined structures as required. They are able to present their calculations clearly and systematically.

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The students are able to strength calculation methods for simple tension and deformation analyses concerning statically defined structures.

Prerequisites

Mechanics and Mechanisms
Structural Materials

Further information

1 RDI point