Course Objectives

After completing the course, the students will:

• Be able to dimension concrete girders, slabs, pillars, simple foundations and walls which comply with pertinent breaking-point standards.
• Be able to check for deformation and incipient cracking under use-limit.

Course Description

Dimensioning

Principles of dimensioning. Control of breaking-point of moment, shearing force, axial force and slim compression members. Control of working load; incipient crack and deformation conditions with effects of slippage and contraction. Slabs, girders, columns, walls and foundations.

Learning Methods

Lectures and calculation-exercises.

Assessment Methods

A final grade is assigned on the basis of 1 mid-term examination which counts for 30%, and a final examination which counts for 70%.
Before the student is allowed to take the final examination, at least 75% of the exercises must be completed and approved.

The final examination must receive a passing grade in order to pass the course.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean