CVE382 REINFORCED CONCRETE FUNDAMENTALS

Course Code:3640382
METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week):3 (3.00 - 0.00)
ECTS Credit:5.0
Department:Civil Engineering
Language of Instruction:English
Level of Study:Undergraduate
Course Coordinator:Assist.Prof.Dr ALİ ŞAHİN TAŞLIGEDİK
Offered Semester:Fall Semesters.

Course Objectives

Having successfully completed this course, the student will be able to:

(1) Describe the material behavior of concrete and steel under uniaxial and multiaxial states of stress;

(2) State how the concept of structural safety is employed for the design of reinforced concrete members;

(3) Design reinforced concrete members for uniaxial loading;

(4) Design reinforced concrete members for pure bending;

(5) Design reinforced concrete members for combined bending and axial load;

(6) Design reinforced concrete members for shear.


Course Content

Mechanical behavior of concrete in uniaxial and multiaxial states of stress. Time dependent behavior of concrete. Mechanical behavior of reinforcing steel. Behavior and strength of uniaxially loaded members; confinement. Behavior and strength of members in pure bending. Behavior and strength of members under combined bending and axial load. Behavior and strength of members under combined shear and bending.


Course Learning Outcomes

Having successfully completed this course, the student will be able to:

(1) Describe the material behavior of concrete and steel under uniaxial and multiaxial states of stress;

(2) State how the concept of structural safety is employed for the design of reinforced concrete members;

(3) Design reinforced concrete members for uniaxial loading;

(4) Design reinforced concrete members for pure bending;

(5) Design reinforced concrete members for combined bending and axial load;

(6) Design reinforced concrete members for shear.


Program Outcomes Matrix

Level of Contribution
#Program Outcomes0123
1An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
2An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data
3An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs
4An ability to function on multi-disciplinary teams
5An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems
6An understanding of professional and ethical responsibility
7An ability to communicate effectively
8The broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal context
9Recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learning
10Knowledge on contemporary issues
11An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice

0: No Contribution 1: Little Contribution 2: Partial Contribution 3: Full Contribution