This module covers the design of simple beams and columns to the relevant codes of practice.
The aim of this module is to introduce students to:
- Calculation of actions (loads) and simple load takedowns to determine both SLS and ULS design loading on beams and columns
- Section design for simple beams and columns in steel and reinforced concrete using the Eurocodes
The module also serves as a preparation for the Steel / Concrete Design modules in 3rd Year. After completing this module the student should be able to carry out a simple load takedown and carry out a section design for steel and reinforced concrete structural elements of rectangular cross-section subject to shear force and bending moment or to axial force and bending moment.
*Curricular information is subject to change
- Philosophy of Limit State Design – ultimate limit state (ULS) of collapse, serviceability limit state (SLS) of deformation
- Actions (Loading) – permanent (dead), variable (imposed)
- Characteristic and design actions, partial safety factors;
- Reinforced concrete – strength, durability, fire resistance, cover
- Reinforced concrete axially loaded rectangular short column design;
- Reinforced concrete rectangular beam design;
- Structural steel beam design – laterally restrained beams, flexural and shear strength, plastic moment capacity, deflection;
- Structural steel column design – concept of buckling, effective length, slenderness, use of design tables/charts
Use of Eurocodes for reinforced concrete and steel design
Lectures: 2 hours/week
Tutorials: 1 hours/week
| Module Content & Assessment | |
|---|---|
| Assessment Breakdown | % |
| Formal Examination | 80 |
| Other Assessment(s) | 20 |