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CIV6445   Design of Earthquake Resistant Structures   (15 credits)

 
Year Running: 2018/2019
Credit level: F7

Description

The aim of this module is to teach the principles of modern seismic design of structures, the methodology of the European design code (Eurocode 8) and the main concepts of seismic performance of structures. The module will be delivered through lectures and computer-lab sessions in which you will be working on a project.

 

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Teaching Methods

Delivery Type Hours
Independent 108.0
Lecture 24.0
Tutorial 18.0
 

Methods of assessment

Assessment Type Duration % of formal assessment Semester
Exam 2.0 60 % S2
Other 0.0 40 % S2
 

Teaching methods and assessment displayed on this page are indicative for 2023-24.