CE 217

Introductory concepts for the analysis of structures are presented. Axial forces, shear forces and bending moments in statically determinant structures due to applied loads are determined, and methods for estimating deflections are covered. Computer analysis using the stiffness method is introduced and applied to 2D trusses. Manual analysis methods for statically indeterminate structures are considered briefly. An emphasis is placed on the application of basic analytical techniques, followed by the use of computer-based verifications.