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3.00 Credits
The first in a sequence of two introductory courses in solids mechanics. It includes elements of continuum mechanics, in addition to the introduction of elasticity theory (limited to plane problems), as well as elements of viscoelasticity and plasticity. Cross listed with ME 5000. Prerequisites: CE 3200 or ME 3010 and MATH 2310.
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3.00 Credits
Elements of elasticity, unified approach to strength of structural members design and failure criteria; basic concepts of fracture mechanics; stress concentration factors; treatment of torsion, bending, axial and shear in structural members including plastic effects; bending of flat plates. Prerequisite: ME 3010 or CE 3200, MATH 2310.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to the Finite Element Methods for analysis of problems in structural engineering and solid mechanics. Strain-displacement and stress-strain relationships, potential energy and virtual work. Problems in plane elasticity, plate bending, shells, three-dimensional stress states. Computer implementation, high-order elements, individual term projects. Prerequisite: MATH 2310 and CE 4200 or ARE 4200 or ME 3010.
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3.00 Credits
An introduction to the theory and application of finite elements to the solution of various problems with emphasis on structural mechanics. The course includes development of the underlying matrix equations, the treatment of element generation and properties, and implementation of boundary conditions. Cross listed with ME 5040. Prerequisites: MATH 2310 and (CE 4200 or ARE 4200 or ME 3010).
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3.00 Credits
Advanced topics in finite element analysis with emphasis on mathematical foundations of the method, numerical algorithms for software implementation, and analysis of problems with material and geometric nonlinear behavior. Cross listed with ME 5045. Prerequisites: ME 4040 or ME 5040 or CE 5040
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3.00 Credits
First semester of a three-semester computational methods series. Review of iterative solutions of linear and nonlinear systems of equations, polynomial interpolation/approximation, numerical integration and differentiation, and basic ideas of Monte Carlo methods. Comparison of numerical techniques for programming time and space requirements, as well as convergence and stability. Identical to ME 5140, PETE 5140, CHE 5140, COSC 5310 and Math 5310. Prerequisite: Math 3310, COSC 1010.
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3.00 Credits
Analysis of framed structures with stiffness-based matrix methods including plane trusses, frames, and grid systems and space trusses and frames. Column, beam, beam-column and frame stability. Geometric and material nonlinearities of framed structures. Plastic analysis and moment-curvature relationships. Computer applications are emphasized. Prerequisite: CE 4200 or equivalent.
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3.00 Credits
Introduction to general structural dynamics, general dynamic loading, generalized coordinated and nonlinear structural response, linear and nonlinear response spectra, multiple degree of freedom systems, continuous systems, and discretization of continuous systems. Introduction to seismic load specifications. Prerequisite: CE 4200 or equivalent and MATH 2310.
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3.00 Credits
The objective of this course is to introduce the graduate student to the behavior of various materials found in typical structural engineering applications and to the mechanics of obtaining materials properties and structural response. Prerequisite: CE 4260.
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0.00 - 5.00 Credits
A comprehensive design course for steel and reinforced concrete building structures. Topics include preliminary design, selection of framing systems, braced and unbraced frames, stability effects and nonlinear behavior. Students use case studies to develop design alternatives. Prerequisite: CE 4200, 4250, 4260.
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