Course content

Central themes of the course are calculation of loads, mechanics of materials, bracing of constructions and design of wood-, steel- and reenforced concrete structures.

Learning outcome

The course gives the student understanding of the statics of different structural systems. After the course the student should be able to choose a rational structural system for a relatively simple building and to calculate approximately the dimentions of most of the parts of the sturcture.

Learning methods and activities

The course consist mainly of lectures and calculation exercises. In addition there will be at least one practical exercise. The activities of the course is coordinated with AAR4410 Architecture 2.
To take the exam, you have to pass two thirds of the required exercises. Written examination counts 100 percent.

Compulsory assignments

• Exercise

Specific conditions

Recommended previous knowledge

Has been granted admission to the Architectural programme of study.

Required previous knowledge

Has been granted admission to the Architectural programme of study.