Course - Numerical Simulation of Concrete - KT8212
Numerical Simulation of Concrete
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Course content
The finite element method for nonlinear analyses of conrete. Stress analyses, analyses of young hardening concrete, diffusion. Mathematical models for description of the behaviour of concrete. Cracking criteria, failure criteria, reinforcement modelling, time and temperature dependent properties.
Learning outcome
Knowledge: - The finite element method for non-linear analyses of concrete - Material models for describing crack and failure in concrete - Modeling of time- and temperature dependent properties - Modeling of bonded and unbonded reinforcement Skills: - Can choose a reasonable material model and material properties depending on the problem - Evaluate results from a non-linear analysis of concrete - Able to define the important non-linear effects in an analysis General competence: - Assumptions and limitations in non-linear analyses - Able to transform a practical problem of a concrete structure, to a non-linear analysis
Learning methods and activities
Seminars and self-study. Exercises and compulsory project work. To pass the course a score of at least 70 percent is required.
Further on evaluation
For a re-take of an examination, all assessments during the course must be re-taken
Recommended previous knowledge
Basic knowledge of concrete structures and concrete technology.Theory of elasticity.Theory of plasticity.Theory of heat transfer.Finite element method.
Course materials
Reports, conference proceedings, and journal papers.
Subject areas
- Technological subjects