TCM 2235 - Introduction to Structures (3 Credit Hours)

Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course introduces students to the theory of structural analysis and design and its application to construction. Topics include analysis of coplanar force systems, analysis of trusses and frames, friction, centroids and moment of inertia, stresses and strains, properties of materials, bending, shear, deflections in beams, combined stresses and analysis of columns.

Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in PHYS 1111K or PHYS 2211K.