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Structural Analysis //
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Timber //
Material Issues
Discusses how timber is a naturally manufactured material, and goes on to discuss the anisotropic properties of timber regarding strength and water absorption. Further discussion focuses on the susceptibility of timber to insect attack and fungal decay. The chapter goes on to explain the classification of timber based upon visual and stress grading rules, and concludes with the strength and deflection performance of timber under sustained load. Performance in fire is also addressed.
Laboratory
Laboratory testing of timber specimens is demonstrated whereby the timber is loaded in different grain directions. Video footage and MS Excel test data files are included
Design to Eurocode 5
The Chapter introduces load calculation to Eurocode 1, and explains the limit state design philosophy adopted for current timber design. Design of common structural timber members in compliance with Eurocode 5. Includes design of a timber floor joist, and prefabricated timber roof truss.
Concrete //
Material Issues
Includes; how concrete is formed, and the influence of the water cement ratio. The importance of batch testing is emphasised, with particular regard to compression and slump tests.
The chapter goes on to describe how concrete performs in compression and tension, and how concrete is used in conjunction with steel reinforcement creating reinforced concrete. Shrinkage and performance under sustained load (creep) conclude the chapter.
Laboratory
Laboratory testing of concrete specimens loaded in compression and indirect tension. Video footage and MS Excel test data files are included
Design to Eurocode 2
Design of common structural concrete members in compliance with Eurocode 2. Includes design of a R.C. beam, and non-sway column
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Masonry //
Material Issues
Opens with a discussion of how clay bricks are manufactured, introduces mortar, and describes the compressive and tensile behaviour of masonry. Architectural and selection issues such as efflorescence and the freeze-thaw effect are also discussed. The chapter concludes with a description of cavity wall construction
Laboratory
Laboratory compressive testing of a clay masonry unit, mortar cube, and a 5-brick masonry panel. Video footage and MS Excel test data files are included
Design to Eurocode 6
Design of common structural un-reinforced masonry members in compliance with Eurocode 6. Starts with determination of the characteristic compressive strength of masonry, and includes design of masonry under a concentrated load caused by a steel beam and concrete padstone arrangement.
