Structural Analysis and Design

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In this course, students will learn the analysis of determinate and indeterminate of structural elements and systems, including bars, trusses, beams and frames using the matrix displacement method. Students will analyze the forces and displacements of structures, qualitative deflected shapes, shear and bending moment diagrams, and implement analysis procedures using MATLAB or other software. Prerequisite Course(s): Prerequisites: MENG 221, CENG 260, MATH 260 Classroom Hours - Laboratory and/or Studio Hours – Course Credits: 3-0-3