Learning objectives
Design and seismic assesment of reinforced concrete and masonry buildings. Design of timber structures (e.g. roof). Design of foundations.
Prerequisites
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Course unit content
Structural design of a simple building in reinforced concrete and masonry according to Eurocodes. Design of simple timber structures
Full programme
1) Seismic analysis: modal analysis and equivalent static analysis; 2) Design of a reinforced concrete slab 3) Design of masonry structures: detailing, material properties, static analysis, seismics analysis; 4) Timber structures: material properties, statical design, design of a simple roof 5) Foundations: design of a plinth, geothecnical verifications
Bibliography
[1] Antonio Migliacci L'architettura dell'equilibrio e della deformazione Seconda edizione Casa Editrice Ambrosiana. Distribuzione esclusiva Zanichelli 2006
[2] Iacobelli F, Progetto e verifica delle costruzioni in muratura in zona sismica ,EPC Libri, 2008
Teaching methods
Frontal lectures and exercises
Assessment methods and criteria
Oral examination. Discussion of the design project
Other information
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