Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression

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

Instructor: Vicki May

What you'll learn

  •   Identify the definitions of the key glossary terms related to tension and compression
  •   Recognize why tensegrity structures and sculptures are different from other structures
  •   Recognize where tension and compression is in different types of trusses
  •   Recognize what determinancy is and how does it apply to trusses
  • Skills you'll gain

  •   Civil Engineering
  •   Structural Engineering
  •   Engineering Calculations
  •   Engineering Analysis
  •   Simulation and Simulation Software
  •   Construction
  •   Mechanics
  • There are 3 modules in this course

    This course deals with tension and compression. After going through this course, you will understand why tensegrity structures and sculptures are different from other structures. You will also explore tension and compression in different types of trusses. Additionally you will understand determinacy and realize how it applies to trusses. The first module introduces you to the concept of tension and compression. The second module explores topics such as tensegrity structure, trusses, and determinacy. After finishing this module, you will also be able to calculate the force in members of a truss. The third module explores how to build a truss bridge.

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