ARC 108 Mechanics of
Structure
2 lec., 0 lab., 2 cr. hrs.
A study of the elements of structures in architecture
using basic physical laws and intuitive reasoning as extended to the
mathematical treatment of equilibrium in static structures.
The course teaches not only the basic mechanics of structures
(Statics), but is deeply involved with the intuitive and physical aspects of
structures. Making use of this type of
understanding, the evaluation of structures is carried far beyond the scope of
design that would be possible under a strictly mathematical approach.
This is not to say that the traditional treatment of Statics is
ignored, but rather it is treated by primarily a graphical approach with an
attempt to relate each problem to a real situation.
Lecture 1
1. Purpose
of structure
2. Load
vs. Materials
3. Static
vs. Dynamic
4.
Building Code (NYSBC)
5. Dead
loads vs. Live loads
6. Basic
states of stress
Lecture 2
1. Stress
strain curve
2.
Relation of stress to design
3.
Development of formula for elongation
Lecture 3
1.
Relationship and use of elongation in design
2. Sizing
of members using stress calculations and
Elongation calculations
Lecture 4
1. Discussion of forces at work in structures based on
an understanding of static
Lecture 5
Quiz
1. Introduction to moment
2. Development of beam diagrams
3.
Reactions at beam supports
Lecture 6
1. Development
of shear diagrams
2.
Relationship of reactions to shear
Lecture 7 and 8
1.
Development of Moment diagrams
Mid term
Lecture 9
1. Full beam diagrams including multiple loads and
layout reactions, shear and moment diagrams
Lecture 10
Quiz
1.
Development of Deflection
Lecture 11 and 12
1.
Discussion of tension and compression forces
2.
Discussion of truss forces and truss design
Lecture 13
1. Applied use of forces, beam diagrams and designs to
various field applications
Lecture 14
1.
Quiz
2.
Preliminary footing design
Lecture 15
1.
Relationship of mechanics of structures to design of structure.
2. Review
of semester
40% tests
10% homework,
attendance, class participation
50% final exam
Simplified Engineering
for Architects and Builders; Harry Parker and James Ambrose, Current Edition