This course deals with compression. When we push an object, it compresses. Compression is what's going to hold up our building. Arches, vaults, domes, and anti-funicular forms help resist compression. In this course, you will learn about different columns and arches and their role in resisting compression. You'll also build anti-funicular forms.

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The first module introduces you to the topic compression and familiarizes you with the key terms related to compression. The second module deals with topics such as columns, arches, and other anti-funicular forms. It explores their roles in resisting compression. The final module explores how to build anti-funicular forms.

Course 2 of 5 in the The Engineering of Structures Around Us Specialization.

What You Will Learn

- Define compression

- Identify the definitions of the key glossary terms related to compression

- Recognize the role of a column in resisting compression

- Recognize the role of an arch in resisting compression

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Introduction to Compression

This module introduces you to the topic compression.

WEEK 2

Columns, Anti-funicular Forms, and Arches

This module explores compression in details. It deals with topics such as columns, arches, and other anti-funicular forms. It explores their roles in resisting compression.

WEEK 3

Building Anti-funicular Forms

This module explores how to build anti-funicular forms.

The Engineering of Structures Around Us Specialization

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Dartmouth College

Vicki May