PREMIUM COURSES
Courses that take you on a deep dive into engineering analysis and design from basic statics all the way up to building your own Finite Element solvers
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Fundamentals of Reinforced Concrete Design to Eurocode 2
An introduction to ultimate limit state design for bending and shear with optional calculation automation using Python.
After completing this course…
- You will be able to determine design actions using the Eurocodes Basis of Structural Design (EC0) and Actions on Structures (EC1).
- You will understand balanced section design and how to analyse and safely design singly and doubly reinforced concrete sections.
- You will understand how to apply the Variable Strut Inclination Method for shear reinforcement design.
- You will have developed your own reinforced concrete design codes in Python (the Python pathway is optional in this course).
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Play Video about Modelling-and-analysis-of-non-linear-3D-cablenet-tensile-structures-in-Python_600 | DegreeTutors.com
Combine parametric modelling, exploratory form-finding and iterative analysis to simulate the behaviour of tensile structures.
After completing this course…
- You will be able to apply an iterative Newton-Raphson technique to solve for the non-linear behaviour of 3D cablenet structures.
- You will be able to apply parametric modelling and simulation-based form finding techniques to generate cablenet geometry.
- You will have developed a complete modelling, analysis and visualisation workflow for exploring these elegant yet complex structures.
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5.0
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Play Video about Nonlinear-finite-element-analysis-of-2D-catenary-&-cable-structures-in-Python | DegreeTutors.com
Build a toolbox to analyse structures that exhibit geometric non-linearity due to large deflections.
After completing this course…
- You will understand the concept of geometric non-linearity and when it should be considered.
- You will understand how to modify the axially loaded element stiffness matrix to account for large deflections and changes in geometry.
- You will have implemented a Newton-Raphson iterative solution algorithm that seeks to converge on the deformed state of the structure.
- You will have a workflow that leverages open-source modelling tools in Blender to quickly generate the initial structural geometry.
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4.81
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Play Video about Multi-Degree-of-Freedom-Dynamics,-Modal-Analysis-and-Seismic-Response-Simulation | DegreeTutors.com
Build the knowledge and tools to decode the dynamic response structures to real-world loads.
After completing this course…
- You will be able to model the influence of earthquake-induced ground motion
- You will develop numerical tools to solve the coupled equations of motion for multi-degree of freedom systems.
- You will understand the role of modal decomposition in uncoupling the equations of motion and identifying the underlying dynamic characteristics of MDoF systems.
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4.9
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Play Video about Finite-Element-Analysis-of-2D-Solid-Structures-in-Python (M) | DegreeTutors.com
Use the Isoparametric Finite Element Method to build an analysis tool for 2D structures in Python.
After completing this course…
- You will have the tools to analyse continuum structures using your own Isoparameteric Finite element Python code, developed from the ground up.
- You will understand how the assumptions of plane stress and plane strain allow us to analyse 3D structures accurately with 2D planar models.
- You will be able to use open source tools to generate structural models and mesh data that can be analysed with your FE code.
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4.85
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Build your own complete 3D structural analysis software in Python using the Direct Stiffness Method
After completing this course…
- You’ll understand how to expand the direct stiffness method to full 12 degree of freedom beam elements in 3D space.
- You’ll have developed a complete 3D finite element analysis solver to simulate structures consisting of beam and axially loaded bar elements.
- You’ll have the skills to efficiently build detailed structural models in Blender and export these for analysis in your own Python solver.
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5.0
5/5
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3D Space Frame Analysis using Python and Blender
Develop tools to model and analyse complex 3D space frame structures using Python.
After completing this course…
- You’ll understand how to apply the Direct Stiffness Method to solve 3D space frame structures.
- You’ll have your own analysis programme to identify displacements, reactions and internal member forces for any 3D space frame.
- You’ll be able to use Blender, a powerful open source 3D modelling software to build, visualise and export your structural models.
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4.9
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Beam & Frame Analysis using the Direct Stiffness Method in Python
Build a sophisticated structural analysis software tool that models beams and frames using Python.
After completing this course…
- You’ll understand how to model beam elements that resist axial force, shear forces and bending moments within the Direct Stiffness Method.
- You’ll have your own analysis software that can generate shear force diagrams, bending moment diagrams, deflected shapes and more.
- You’ll understand how to model rotational pins within your structures, inter-nodal distributed loading and realistic flexible supports.
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4.82
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The Direct Stiffness Method for Truss Analysis with Python
Build your own finite element truss analysis software using Python and tackle large scale structures.
After completing this course…
- You’ll understand how to use the Direct Stiffness Method to build complete structural models that can be solved using Python.
- You’ll have your own analysis programme to identify displacements, reactions and internal member forces for any truss.
- You’ll understand how common models of elastic behaviour such as plane stress and plane strain apply to real-world structures.
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4.73
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Fundamentals of Engineering Structural Dynamics with Python
Leverage fundamental structural dynamics to build your own flexible numerical solutions in Python.
After completing this course…
- You’ll understand how to model dynamic behaviour using spring-mass-damper models and how to simulate free vibration behaviour.
- You’ll be able to model the influence of harmonic loading and how to characterise the transient and steady-state responses.
- You’ll be able to use Python to implement the Piecewise Exact Method to model any form of general dynamic loading.
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4.78
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Analysing Hybrid Indeterminate Civil Engineering Structures
Powerful techniques for analysing realistic civil engineering structures.
After completing this course…
- You will learn how to analysis complex and indeterminate structures using hand-analysis techniques.
- You will learn how to calculate deflections, member forces and bending moments in indeterminate structures.
- You will learn how the Principle of Superposition can be used to decipher and unlock the behaviour of complex structures.
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4.75
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Mastering Virtual Work for Civil Engineering
Analyse complex beam and frame civil engineering structures using Virtual Work.
After completing this course…
- You will have a complete understanding of the Principle of Virtual Work and how it can be applied to bending behaviour.
- You will have robust, repeatable strategies to apply Virtual Work to beam and frame structures in bending.
- You will be able to use Virtual Work techniques to calculate unknown displacements in beams and frames.
Average Rating
4.8
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Fundamentals of Virtual Work for Civil Engineers
Level up your structural analysis skillset with these powerful Civil Engineering analysis techniques.
After completing this course…
- You will have a complete understanding of how concepts such as work, energy and elasticity combine to give us the Principle of Virtual Work.
- You will be able to use Virtual Work to calculate unknown nodal displacements in pin-jointed truss structures.
- You will be able to use Virtual Work to calculate internal forces in pin-jointed truss structures.
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4.6
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Moment Distribution Method: Analysis Bootcamp
Step up your structural analysis skills by working your way through these indeterminate structures.
After completing this course…
- You will have an even deeper understanding of how structures respond to loading.
- You will be comfortable determining shear force, bending moment and deflected shape diagrams.
- You will be able to analyse both non-sway and sway frames – essential when designing real world structures.
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4.5
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Indeterminate Structures & The Moment Distribution Method
Unlock indeterminate structures using the moment distribution structural analysis method.
After completing this course…
- You will have a deep understanding of how structures respond to loading.
- You will clearly understand the methods used to analyse statically indeterminate beams and frames.
- You will be able to analyse both non-sway and sway frames – essential when designing real world structures.
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4.5
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Shear Forces & Bending Moments: Analysis Bootcamp
Sharpen your civil engineering analysis skills with questions designed to test your understanding.
After completing this course…
- You will have a reliable procedure for correctly determining shear force and bending moment diagrams for statically determinate structures.
- You will be comfortable analysing both 1-dimensional beam and 2-dimensional frame structures.
- You will be able to utilise pre-existing pin-joints in structures to facilitate your analysis.
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4.75
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Mastering Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams
Your complete roadmap to mastering these essential structural analysis skills.
After completing this course…
- You will be fully competent in drawing shear force and bending moment diagrams for statically determinate beams and frames.
- You will have a robust system of analysis that allows you to confidently tackle the analysis of any statically determinate structure.
- You will understand the relationship between external loading and the shear forces and bending moments they induce.
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4.6
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Fundamentals of Structural Analysis
Get to grips with civil engineering structural analysis once and for all.
After completing this course…
- You will understand key concepts such as the moment of a force, static equilibrium and determinacy.
- You will be able to determine the support reactions for structures subject to a range of loading conditions.
- You will learn to use the Joint Resolution Method and Method of Sections to analyse pin-jointed truss structures.
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4.58
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