The students are familiar with the basics in mechanics of materials and FEM and will extend their knowledge in the nonlinear aspects of frame structures.
The theoretical background given is consolidated with applications of practical interest.

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Deepening of FEM in structural mechanics of frames: Restrained warping of beams, stability and 2nd order theory, foundation models, plastic hinges.

High cycle fatigue and design recommendations

Structural fire design with applications

Kindmann R., Kraus M.: Finite Elemente Methoden im Stahlbau. Ernst & Sohn 2007.
McGuire W., Gallagher R., Ziemian R.: Matrix structural analysis, 2nd Ed., John Wiley & Sons 2000.

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Verbal examination