ARCH 309 - Structures I

Institution:

Philadelphia University

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Description:

This course presents an overview of structural materials and their properties and basic structural systems, and introduces the fundamental concepts of statics and strength of materials. Students engage in abstract analysis of structural elements and determinate force systems, and experiment with basic principles as applied to simple components. The material includes vector analysis; properties of geometric sections; flexural and shear stresses; beam reactions; and diagrams for loading, shear and moment. Prerequisites: MATH-103 or MATH-111, PHYS-101, ARCH- 211

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Multiple

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Institution Website:

www.philau.edu

Phone Number:

(215) 951-2700

Regional Accreditation:

Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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