Engineering of Structures: Response of Structures (Coursera)

The first module introduces you to the concept of the overall response of structures. The second module explores different types of loads and their impact on the design of large structures. It also gives a detailed explanation of how buildings fall due to earthquakes. In addition, the module offers an explanation on the impact of mass and stiffness on building response. The third module explores how to build a cardboard chair. You'll also learn how to work with SketchUp Make.

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

What You Will Learn

- Identify the definitions of the key glossary terms related to overall response of structures

- Identify types of loads on structures

- Recognize how do we model larger structures

- Recognize the role of Single Degree of Freedom (SDOF) systems

Syllabus

WEEK 1

Introduction to Overall Response of Structures

This module introduces you to the concept overall response of structures.

WEEK 2

Loads, Building Response, and Resonance

This module explores different types of loads and their impact on the design of large structures. It also gives a detailed explanation of how buildings fall due to earthquake. In addition, the module offers an explanation on the impact of mass and stiffness on building response.

WEEK 3

Building a Cardboard Chair

This module explores how to build a cardboard chair. You'll also learn how to work with SketchUp Make.