May 11, 2024  
2023-2024 University Catalog 
    
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ARCH 537 - Design of Structures I


Prerequisites:  ARCH.335 or ARCH 536   Plus Graduate standing or Senior standing w/ permission of the instructor
Requirement Fulfillment: Requirement for B.S./M.Arch; 
Delivery: Lecture and Recitation
A numeric and graphical approach to the design and analysis of basic structural systems. Basic principles of mechanics: forces, equilibrium, geometric properties of areas, material properties, support conditions, stress strain relationships will be presented. The selection and configuration of efficient structural systems for common building types will be emphasized. Projects requiring the design and analysis of simple funicular structures will be assigned.

3 credits
Fall, Spring



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