Course Description This course deals with effects of dynamic loads (particularly earthquakes) on structures and the basis of seismic building codes. Objectives Enable the student to acquire an understanding of the dynamic effects on structures Introduce the students to the fundamental analysis methods of dynamic systems Introduce the students to seismic effects and to the...Read More

Course Description This course is intended to cover the basic design of structural elements constructed of masonry and timber. The extensive use of masonry and timber in building construction renders the course on design of masonry and timber structures an important part in training of a well rounded and practical degree in Civil engineering. Naturally,...Read More

Course Description This course provides the fundamentals needed to understand the application of hydraulics to the environment and to Civil engineering works. The course covers aspects of open and closed flow in machines and other structures of practical relevance to civil engineering. Objectives The course is intended to provide the student with: an understanding of...Read More

Course Description This course introduces the student to various structural forms that support structures and convey an understanding of the primary aspects of their behaviour. Methods of static analysis of linear statically determinate elastic structures subjected to both fixed and movable loads are introduced; as well as computation of displacements using classical methods and its...Read More