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(CE - Me En) Computer Structural Analysis and Optimization

Civil and Construction EngineeringIra A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Information

Course Description

Matrix stiffness method for 1D, 2D, and 3D skeletal structure classes. Implementing the matrix stiffness method as a computer program. Nonlinear second-order structural analysis. Structural optimization techniques including stress-ratio method, gradient-based methods, and genetic algorithms.

When Taught

Contact Department

Min

3

Fixed/Max

3

Fixed

3

Fixed

0
Prerequisite
Fulfill ANY of the following requirements:
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 01231-006
OR
Complete ALL of the following Courses:
  • 03729-005

Other Prerequisites

or equivalent; linear algebra.