CE 524 Matrix and Computer Methods in Structural Analysis

Analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate 2D (planar) framed structures utilizing a matrix structural analysis approach; Topics covered include: create stiffness matrices for axial, beam, and frame elements (both Euler and Timoshenko formulations are implemented); create structure stiffness matrices; analyze trusses, beams, and frames using the direct stiffness method; compute deflections; introduction to plastic analysis of beams and frames. All analyses are performed in MATLAB or Python, a computer program like SAP 2000 is used for comparison.