Course Details

Course Information
SemesterCourse Unit CodeCourse Unit TitleT+P+LCreditNumber of ECTS CreditsLast Updated Date
7CE489MATRIX THEORY OF STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS3+0+03415.08.2025

 
Course Details
Language of Instruction English
Level of Course Unit Bachelor's Degree
Department / Program CIVIL ENGINEERING
Type of Program Formal Education
Type of Course Unit Elective
Course Delivery Method Face To Face
Objectives of the Course Ø Describing the modeling of matrix structural analysis in one-dimensional cases Ø Describing the modeling of matrix structural analysis in two-dimensional cases Ø Evaluating the theoretical background on matrix structural analysis used in computer software for structural analysis Ø Developing an awareness in the students concerning their moral and social responsibility in carrying-out proper and accurate analysis of structures to assure their safe & reliable desig
Course Content This course, briefly, consist of 1) introduction to matrix analysis of structures, 2) development of stiffness matrix methods for one and two dimensional structures, 3) application of tangent stiffness matrices for bars, plane trusses, beams, and plane frames, 4) Superposition of loads and elements, and 5) comparison of hand calculation with computer based software results for one or two dimensional structures.
Course Methods and Techniques Learners will be provided with as much opportunities of hands-on practice as possible with the aim of striking a balance between learner-centeredness and sufficient guidance. Various forms of interaction (i.e. pair work and group work) will also be encouraged to cater for learners with different learning styles. Additionally, individuals will be expected to produce both in-class writings and homework assignments in addition to the reading tasks, which will encourage them to reflect and think critically. Technology will also be incorporated into the classroom procedures in order to create a better learning environment.
Prerequisites and co-requisities ( MATH203 )
Course Coordinator None
Name of Lecturers Associate Prof.Dr. Cihan Çiftçi cihan.ciftci@agu.edu.tr
Assistants Research Assist. Engin YILDIZ engin.yildiz@agu.edu.tr
Work Placement(s) No

Recommended or Required Reading
Resources Sennet, Robert E. (1994). Matrix Analysis of Structures, Prentice-Hall. Kassimalli, Aslam (1999). Matrix Analysis of Structures, Brooks/Cole Publishing Co.
Course Notes · Food and beverages are not permitted in the class. · Cell phones must be turned off during class. · Please, bring the required course materials. · No request to increase grades.

· Be in the class on time (being late for class is an extreme annoyance to the entire class). · Attendance is mandatory. Students are expected to attend at least %70 of the classes · Class attendance is strongly recommended and will count toward your participation grade. Regular class time will include informal assessment activities for which points will be assigned. Participation in these activities will help you prepare for exams, quizzes and homework and also provide me with feedback on your progress. · For a detailed description of AGU attendance policy, please refer to the website at https://goo.gl/HbPM2y section 25. · When contacting the instructor, please use the Canvas email feature. Include in the subject line the class and section number. If this information is not included, your email may not be answered. Any announcements or warnings will be send to your AGU e-mail. Therefore, it is the responsibility of every student to read his/her AGU e-mails and CANVAS emails regularly. AGU webmail can be accessed through https://mail.agu.edu.tr · You are responsible for knowing the University policies on cheating and plagiarism. Not giving credit to a person for their intellectual work and passing it off as your own is stealing. For a detailed description of AGU policies, please refer to the website at https://goo.gl/FjLhzH

Course Category
Engineering %60
Engineering Design %20
Field %20

Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
Activities are given in detail in the section of "Assessment Methods and Criteria" and "Workload Calculation"

Assessment Methods and Criteria
In-Term Studies Quantity Percentage
Yarıl yılSonu Sınavı/Dönem Projesinin Başarı Notuna Katkısı 2 % 50
Quiz/Küçük Sınav 5 % 15
Final examination 1 % 30
Diğer (Staj vb.) 1 % 5
Total
9
% 100

 
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration Total Work Load
Sınıf İçi Aktivitesi 14 3 42
Ders dışı çalışma 5 3 15
Ders Dışı Ara Sınav 2 17 34
Final Sınavı 1 22 22
Total Work Load   Number of ECTS Credits 4 113

 
Course Learning Outcomes: Upon the successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
NoLearning Outcomes
1 develop governing stiffness matrix equation of one-dimensional structural systems
2 develop governing stiffness matrix equation of two-dimensional structural systems
3 evaluate the theoretical background on matrix structural analysis used in computer software for structural analysis
4 develop an awareness in the students concerning their moral and social responsibility in carrying-out proper and accurate analysis of structures to assure their safe & reliable design

 
Weekly Detailed Course Contents
WeekTopicsStudy MaterialsMaterials
1 Review of basic concepts in structural analysis
2 Review of matrix algebra
3 Statically indeterminant structures
4 Force method vs Displacement method
5 Definition of nodes, degrees of freedom and stiffness
6 matrix displacement method for one-dimensional bar elements
7 Two-dimensional trusses
8 Analysis of two-dimensional trusses without support movements
9 Analysis of two-dimensional trusses with support movements
10 Computer Aided Analysis with applications for two-dimensional trusses
11 Beams: stiffness matrix; non-nodal forces
12 Analysis of beams
13 Two-dimensional frames: stiffness matrix; transformation matrix
14 Computer Aided Analysis with applications for Two-dimensional frames

 
Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes
P1 P2 P3 P4 P5 P6 P7 P8 P9 P10 P11
C1 3 3 2 3 3 3 5 3
C2 5 5 4 5 5 1 4 5 4
C3 5 5 4 5 5 1 4 5 4
C4 5 5 4 5 5 1 4 5 4

  Contribution: 1: Very Slight 2:Slight 3:Moderate 4:Significant 5:Very Significant

  
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