Special Course in Structural EngineeringLaajuus (5 cr)

Objective

Student can apply the taught things in structural engineering.
The student understands the behaviour of old structures and knows the material properties of materials in renovation. The student comprehends the co-behaviour of different structures.
The student is able to determinate the load distribution before and after the renovation of structures. She/He can design reinforcements of structures.

Content

- Structural Engineering Task List
- Competency of planning
- SKOL rating
- Meaning of Descrition of work
- Sound isolation
- Fire cut
- Standards
- Covernment regulations of Supporting structures
- Evaluation of the load bearing capacity of existing structures
- Possible Information sources
- Demolition works, safety and demolition plan
- Properties of materials in renovation
- Interpretation of old documents
- Typical defects in old structures
- Reinforcement of existing structures
- Renovation of timber structures
- Renovation of steel structures
- Renovation of masonry structures
- Openings and holes in existing structures

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student can the content of the course satisfactory.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student can the content of the course well.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student can the content of the course excellently.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student can the content of the course satisfactory.