Description

Theory
2

Theory/Practice
2

Instructors

Diogo Rodrigo Ribeiro

Contents

1. EN 1990: Basis for the design of structures: concepts of structural safety, design situations, consequence classes, limit states, combination of actions and partial safety factors.
2. EN 1991: Actions on structures: self-weights and live actions (EN 1991-1-1), snow action (EN 1991-1-3) and wind action (EN 1991-1-4).
3. Pre-design of the structural elements of a building:
- Voided slabs with prestressed joists
- Solid slabs
Floor
Balconies
Balanced bodies
Stairs
- Beams
- Columns
- Direct foundations
4. Structural implantation

Learning Outcomes

OB1: Explain the fundamental concepts of structural design, including structural systems, elements, and load transfer mechanisms.

OB2: Identify, classify, and quantify actions affecting building structures according to applicable structural Eurocodes.

OB3: Apply preliminary design rules for structural elements, including slabs, beams, columns, and foundations.

OB4: Analyse the behaviour of building structures under vertical and horizontal actions.

OB5: Develop structural layouts and define structural systems based on architectural information.

OB6: Apply structural design principles to support the conception and preliminary analysis of Civil Engineering projects.