Course code BūvZ3085
Credit points 2.25
Basic Theory of Structures II
Total Hours in Course60
Number of hours for lectures8
Number of hours for seminars and practical classes8
Number of hours for laboratory classes8
Independent study hours36
Date of course confirmation12.06.2012
Responsible UnitInstitute of Civil Engineering and Wood Processing
Course developer
Lilita Ozola
Dr. sc. ing.
Course abstract
The study continues for acquiring of knowledge on behaviour of structures and their elements under loads. Statically determinated and stable bar systems (trusses) and three hinged frames. Analytical and graphical methods for determination of internal forces. Design of steel and timber elements, loaded axially and eccentrically, in accordance with strength and stability conditions. Active and passive forces of ground. Analysis of stability conditions for solid retaining walls.
Learning outcomes and their assessment
• Basic knowledge for: 1) composition of stable truss and/or frame system consisting of bar and beam type elements, 2) method of section, static equilibrium of external and internal forces and determination the ones, 3) determination of stresses in sections of axially and eccentrically loaded elements, 4) concept on static equilibrium of retaining wall, Expression of active pressure of ground.
• Skills: 1) determination of internal forces analytically and graphically, 2) design of force diagrams for statically determinated systems, 3) dimensioning of sections for steel and timber elements.
• Competence: ability to assess heavy loaded elements and sections in system, also to justify the prognosis for stability of solid retaining wall.
Compulsory reading
1. Bulavs F., Radiņš I. Būvmehānikas ievadkurss. Rīga: RTU izdevniecība, 2010.
2. Kalniņš G. Ēku un būvju nesošās konstrukcijas. Rīga: Zvaigzne, 1991. 264 lpp.
3. Bulavs F., Kiščenko I., Radiņš I. Skaitlisko aprēķinu realizācijas metodes: būvniecības specialitātes studentiem. Rīgas Tehniskā Universitāte. Būvmehānikas katedra. Rīga: RTU Izdevniecība, 2008. 117 lpp.
Further reading
1. Dallmann R. Baustatik.- 2., aktualisierte Aufl.: Teil 1. Berechnung statisch bestimmter Tragwerke. München: Fachbuchverlag Leipzig im Carl Hanser Verlag, 2008.
2. Stavridis L. T. Structural systems: behaviour and design. London: Thomas Telford, 2010.
3. Principles of structural design. Edited by Wai-Fah Chen, Eric M. Lui. Boca Raton ... [etc.] : CRC Press/Taylor& Francis Group, 2006. Pieejams: http://www.crcnetbase.com/isbn/978-0-8493-7235-3
Periodicals and other sources
1. The Structural Engineer. London: The institution of structural engineers. ISSN 1466-5123.
2. Būvinženieris: Latvijas Būvinženieru savienības izdevums. Rīga: Latvijas Būvinženieru savienība, 2006- ISSN 1691-9262. Pieejams: http://www.lbs.building.lv/readnews.php?news_id=91062