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Enrichment • Series

Structural Analysis

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Zaid M

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Series Details

About

If you're a structural engineer or studying civil engineering and need to learn Structural Analysis, this is absolutely for you:

Before you continue, you must have these foundations:

  • Pre-Algebra, Algebra 1, Geometry
  • Algebra 2, Trigonometry, and Physics
  • Calculus will be educated throughout important concepts.

In this enrichment series, we will explore the foundational concepts of structural analysis in civil engineering. Learners will understand how to analyze structures under various loads, including beams, trusses, and frames. Key topics will include:

Statics Review: Forces, moments, and equilibrium.
Structural Systems: Beams, trusses, and frames.
Methods of Analysis: Classical methods like equilibrium equations and modern techniques such as matrix analysis.
Real-World Applications: Understanding structural behavior in bridges, buildings, and other civil structures.

Each session will include interactive discussions, problem-solving activities, and real-life examples to help students apply the principles of structural analysis in practical settings.

Tutor Qualifications

I am a high school student with a strong passion for civil engineering, and I'm excited to learn alongside you in this series!

While I am still on my educational time period, I’ve been exploring structural analysis and other civil engineering topics on my own, and I’m eager to deepen my understanding. I believe in learning together and helping each other build a strong foundation in this fascinating field.

✋ ATTENDANCE POLICY

Please try to attend every session as each one builds on the previous one. If you cannot make it to a session, please notify me in advance or as soon as possible.

I understand that life happens, so missing a session occasionally is okay, but please try not to miss more than two sessions in a row. If you do miss a session,

I will share a summary of the material covered to help you catch up!

Dates

December 14 - February 15

Learners

4 / 10

Total Sessions

10

About the Tutor

Hey, I'm Zaid! I am currently pursuing my secondary education at high school. I have a variety of university-level resources focused on Engineering, especially Civil Engineering, the art of designing, building, and maintaining our environment and infrastructure. Civil Engineering is a professional engineering field that deals with the design, construction, and maintenance of everyday environment and infrastructure. If you’re aspiring to be an engineer or just want to learn together, feel free to DM me! I also love structured learning paths, starting from the basics and progressing step-by-step. If that sounds like you, I’d be happy to organize a comprehensive plan for us to learn collaboratively.

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Upcoming Sessions

10
14
Dec

Session 1

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Introduction to Structural Analysis: Statics and Equilibrium Basics

During our first introductory session:
We will lay the foundation for structural analysis by revisiting core principles of statics and equilibrium. We'll cover:

  • Overview of Structural Analysis: Understanding its role in civil engineering.
  • Understanding forces, moments, and types of loads.
  • Reviewing the concept of equilibrium and its significance in structural systems.
  • Identifying structural components like beams, trusses, and frames.

Through engaging discussions and hands-on problem-solving activities, we’ll ensure everyone feels confident moving forward in the series. This session is interactive, so bring your questions and enthusiasm!
21
Dec

Session 2

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Analysis of Beams and Shear Force Diagrams

During our second session:
In this session, we will dive into the analysis of beams under various load conditions. We'll cover:

  • Types of beams and supports (simply supported, cantilever, etc.).
  • Introduction to shear force and bending moment diagrams.
  • Techniques to calculate internal forces and plot diagrams.

Interactive exercises will help participants practice these concepts with real-world beam examples.
28
Dec

Session 3

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Trusses and the Method of Joints

During our third session:
Explore the analysis of trusses, focusing on stability and equilibrium. We’ll cover:

  • Identifying simple and compound trusses.
  • Using the Method of Joints to calculate internal forces.
  • Practical applications of trusses in structures like bridges and roofs.

Participants will solve problems collaboratively, reinforcing the systematic approach to truss analysis.
4
Jan

Session 4

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Frames and Rigid Body Structures

During our fourth session:
This session covers the analysis of frames and multi-component rigid structures. We'll cover:

  • Differentiating between determinate and indeterminate structures.
  • Analyzing frames using equilibrium equations.
  • Understanding the role of frames in building design.

We will work through real-world problems involving frame structures and discuss their behavior under loads.
11
Jan

Session 5

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Deflections and Elastic Behavior of Structures

During our fifth session:
Learn about the elastic behavior of structures and how to calculate deflections. We'll cover:

  • Understanding the relationship between loads, material properties, and deformations.
  • Methods to calculate deflections: double integration method and area-moment method.
  • Applications of deflection analysis in ensuring structural safety and comfort.

Hands-on examples will illustrate how deflections are evaluated in beams and trusses.
18
Jan

Session 6

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Introduction to Matrix Structural Analysis

During our sixth session:
This session introduces modern techniques in structural analysis. We'll cover:

  • Basics of matrix methods and their advantages.
  • Stiffness matrices and their role in structure analysis.
  • Examples of using matrix analysis for simple structures like beams and trusses.

We will compare classical and matrix methods and discuss how computer software aids in structural analysis today.
25
Jan

Session 7

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Influence Lines and Moving Loads

During our seventh session:
Understand how structures behave under moving loads using influence lines. We'll cover:

  • Introduction to influence lines and their significance.
  • Drawing influence lines for beams and trusses.
  • Applications in bridge design and load assessment.

We’ll work through practical examples, emphasizing the role of influence lines in structural design under dynamic conditions.
1
Feb

Session 8

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Structural Stability and Buckling

This session covers the critical topic of structural stability. We'll cover:

  • Understanding buckling in columns and beams.
  • Euler’s critical load formula.
  • Factors affecting stability and buckling prevention in structural design.

Participants will analyze the stability of different structural elements and discuss real-life examples of stability issues.
8
Feb

Session 9

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Load Combinations and Real-World Applications

Learn how multiple loads interact and affect structures. We'll cover:

  • Load combinations (dead loads, live loads, wind, and seismic loads).
  • Standards and codes in structural design (overview of common guidelines like ACI, AISC).
  • Case studies of bridges, skyscrapers, and other structures under complex loading scenarios.

This session will integrate the concepts learned throughout the series into practical examples, bridging theory with real-world application.
15
Feb

Session 10

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Session under construction
*Jordan University of Science and Technology must sign the approval for usage of material.*

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