Structural Systems

Code:

400404

Acronym:

400404

Keywords
Classification	Keyword
CNAEF	Architecture and construction
CNAEF	Arquitetura e construção sem definição precisa

Instance: 2020/2021 - A

Active?	Yes
Web Page:	http://moodle.up.pt/course/view.php?id=1742
Responsible unit:	Tecnologia da Construção (TC)
Course/CS Responsible:	Integrated Master Degree in Architecture

Cycles of Study/Courses

Acronym	No. of Students	Study Plan	Curricular Years	Credits UCN	Credits ECTS	Contact hours	Total Time
MIARQ	185	MIARQ	4	-	6	-	162

Teaching language

Portuguese

Objectives

This course unit aims to provide a clear understanding of the principles and methods governing the definition of the structural solution within the architectural design of buildings.
Starting from a deeper understanding of the mechanical behavior of the main structural elements types, it is expected that the student acquires a set of structural design guiding principles, coupled with simplified methods of structural analysis, adequate to promote a rapid and reliable verification of the solution.

Learning outcomes and competences

Understanding of the nature and functioning of a structure in any type of architectural form.
Domain of basic skills needed for a reasoned structural design and properly integrated with the main project options.

Working method

Presencial

Program

1 - INTRODUCTION
1.1 - Historical Approach
1.2 - Structural Systems. Function and requirements
1.3 - Response and structural safety
1.4 - Structural Systems. Classification

2 - STRUCTURAL MATERIALS
2.1 - Introduction
2.2 - Mechanical Behavior of Materials
2.3 - Steel
2.4 - Concrete
2.5 - Wood
2.6 - Other structural materials

3 - ACTIONS ON BUILDING STRUCTURES
3.1 - Introduction
3.2 - Classification
3.3 - Definition and quantification of actions
3.4 - Earthquakes

4 - STRUCTURAL SAFETY
4.1 - Introduction
4.2 - Structural safety and randomness
4.3 - The concept of risk in structural safety
4.4 - Structural safety verification methods
4.5 - Ultimate limit states methods
4.6 - Differentiation of security

5 - STRUCTURAL MECHANICS
5.1 - Introduction
5.2 - Force and moment. Displacements associated
5.3 - Description of forces and moments
5.4 - Concept of static equilibrium
5.5 - Types of supports and connections
5.6 - Determination of the support reactions. Isostatic and hyperstatic structures
5.7 - Internal forces
5.8 - Internal forces diagrams

6 - NORMAL FORCES. BUCKLING
6.1 - Introduction
6.2 - Strain and stress distribution
6.3 - Buckling

7 - BENDING AND TORSION
7.1 - Introduction
7.2 - Linear behavior. Strain and stress distribution
7.3 - Plastic behavior
7.4 - Shear
7.5 - Torsion
7.6 - Lateral torsional bucling of beams

8 - CABLES AND ARCHES. MEMBRANES
8.1 - Cable. Structural response. Constructive solutions
8.2 - Arches. Behavior and structural solutions
8.3 - Membranes. Structural solutions

9 - TRUSSES
9.1 - General principles. Geometric configuration
9.2 - Construction solutions and bracing systems
9.3 - Structural analysis

10 - BEAMS AND FRAMES
10.1 - Structural behavior
10.2 - Response to vertical actions. Internal forces and deflections
10.3 - Response to horizontal actions. Internal forces and deflections

11 - SLABS AND SHELLS
11.1 - Walls
11.2 - Grids and slabs
11.3 - Current slab solutions
11.4 - Shells

12 - CONCRETE STRUCTURES
12.1 - Structural solution. Guiding principles
12.2 - Slabs in floors and roofs
12.3 - Stairs
12.4 - Frames, Beams and columns
12.5 - Walls
12.6 - Foundations

13 - STEEL STRUCTURES
13.1 - Connections in steel structures and structural design
13.2 - Horizontal and vertical bracing systems
13.3 - Slab types in steel structures
13.4 - Stairs
13.5 - Frames. Beams and columns
13.5 - Types of connections. Beam-beam, beam-column, column-column, column-foundation and steel-concrete

14 - BASIC STRUCTURAL ELEMENTS. DIMENSIONING BASIC SOLUTIONS
14.1 - Large span trusses
14.2 - Concrete slabs
14.3 - Beams and frames. Concrete, steel, composite and wood
14.4 - Columns and walls

Mandatory literature

Póvoas, R.H.C.F.; Sistemas Estruturais. Curso teórico, FAUP, 2003
Póvoas, R.H.C.F. ; Sistemas Estruturais. Noções elementares de pré-dimensionamento, FAUP, 2003

Complementary Bibliography

Schodek Daniel L.; Structures. ISBN: 0-13-855304-1
Walther René; Construire en béton. ISBN: 2-88074-2254-4
Publications du Moniteur 070; Construire en acier. ISBN: 2-281-19076-5
Addis Bill; Building. ISBN: 978-0-7148-4146-5
Millais Malcolm; Building structures. ISBN: 0-419-21970-6
Rice Peter; An engineer imagines. ISBN: 1-874056-21-8
Muttoni Aurelio; L.art des structures. ISBN: 2-88074-554-3
Picon Antoine 300; Lc2b4art de lc2b4ingénieur. ISBN: 2-85850-911-5
Salvadori Mario; Structure in architecture

Teaching methods and learning activities

Methodologically, it is favored an approach that values a qualitative understanding of the fundamental aspects that determine the behavior of structures and therefore the structural systems design. Moreover, this qualitative approach is qualified through reference to physical and mathematical models based on structural analysis.
Structural systems course unit is based on a set of lessons developed sequentially over the year, both theoretical and tutorial. In these classes the subjects focused in the theoretical course are discussed and the development of the design exercise to be carried out in the course unit of Project 4 is supported.

keywords

Technological sciences > Engineering > Civil engineering > Structural engineering

Evaluation Type

Distributed evaluation with final exam

Assessment Components

designation	Weight (%)
Participação presencial	10,00
Teste	50,00
Trabalho prático ou de projeto	40,00
Total:	100,00

Amount of time allocated to each course unit

designation	Time (hours)
Elaboração de projeto	27,00
Estudo autónomo	45,00
Frequência das aulas	90,00
Total:	162,00

Eligibility for exams

In accordance with the assesment type indicated above, we are looking for:

a) An assessment of the theoretical course materials knowledge;
b) An evaluation of the operational capacity evidenced by the student in the scope of the project exercise, as well as the level of theoretical knowledge involved in its accomplishment.

To this end, it is proposed that the project exercise to be carried out in the course unit of Project 4 enables and demonstrates an adequate instrumental use of the subjects treated in the curricular unit.

The practical work will be supplemented by two written tests, to be held during the school year, which focus primarily on all the materials versed in the theoretical course.

Additionally, it is considered the fulfillment of attendance as a prerequisite for obtaining success in the course (not to exceed the limit number of absences corresponding to 25% of each of the predicted theoretical and tutorial classes).

Calculation formula of final grade

Given the evaluation methods listed in the previous section, the calculation of the final grade will be in accordance with the following criteria:
- Consider equally tests (50%) and practical work (50%), which will integrate the continuous assessment of student performance and its attendance (10%).

Special assessment (TE, DA, ...)

According to applicable legislation.

Classification improvement

The classification obtained in the tests can be further improved by performing the final exam, which is not mandatory.

Observations

According to the devellopment of COVID-19 pandemy, and depending on the dispostions that may be demanded by the Portuguese Health Authorities, changes may occur in face-to-face classes regime.