Engineering of Structures: Compression

This course is part of The Engineering of Structures Around Us Specialization

Instructor: Vicki May

What you'll learn

  •   Define compression
  •   Identify the definitions of the key glossary terms related to compression
  •   Recognize the role of a column in resisting compression
  •   Recognize the role of an arch in resisting compression
  • Skills you'll gain

  •   Construction
  •   Architectural Engineering
  •   Structural Analysis
  •   Civil Engineering
  •   Structural Engineering
  •   Building Design
  •   Engineering Design Process
  • There are 3 modules in this course

    This course deals with compression. When we push an object, it compresses. Compression is what's going to hold up our building. Arches, vaults, domes, and anti-funicular forms help resist compression. In this course, you will learn about different columns and arches and their role in resisting compression. You'll also build anti-funicular forms. The first module introduces you to the topic compression and familiarizes you with the key terms related to compression. The second module deals with topics such as columns, arches, and other anti-funicular forms. It explores their roles in resisting compression. The final module explores how to build anti-funicular forms.

    Columns, Anti-funicular Forms, and Arches

    Building Anti-funicular Forms

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