G1- Structural Engineering

Question 1

• Focuses on the framework of structures, and on designing those to withstand the stresses and pressures of the environment and remain safe, stable and secure.

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Structural Engineering

Question 2

• Are trained professionals who are responsible for making sure that the structures are safe, stable and don’t collapse under applied loads.

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Structural Engineers

Question 3

• Their duties include designing the structures, creating models using CAD software, analyzing loads and pressures, monitoring construction processes, and collaborating with contractors and project managers.

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Structural Engineers

Question 4

Structural Engineering dates back to _______ when Step pyramid for Pharaoh Djoser was built by Imhotep.

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2700 BC

Question 5

In 18th and 19th centuries, new materials like _____ and _____ changed everything.

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iron and steel

Question 6

In 20th century, we saw the rise of _________like the ___________.

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skyscapers, Empire State Building

Question 7

• Today, structural engineers focus on thing like?

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earthquake-resistant buildings and eco-friendly designs.

Question 8

• Is the process of examining and evaluating the behavior, strength, and stability of a structure under various conditions such as loads, forces and environmental factors

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Structural Analysis

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Types of Structural Analysis

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1. Static
2. Dynamic
3. Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
4. Modal Analysis

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the most common type, which examines the behavior under static loads such as its own weight, applied loads, and support reactions.

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Static Analysis

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considers the effects of dynamic loads such as wind, earthquakes, or vibrations. Helps assess how a structure responds.

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Dynamic Analysis

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a computational method to analyze complex structures by dividing them into smaller, more manageable elements. It provides detailed insights into stress distribution, deformation and other factors.

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Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

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studies the natural frequencies and mode shapes of a structure t understand its dynamic behavior and response to external forces.

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Modal Analysis

Question 14

Structural Design must account for movements and forces due to ____________ to avoid structural failure

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temperature, creep, cracking, and imposed loads

Question 15

If it exceeds Hooke’s law a structure is called as

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Failure structure

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Modes of Structural Failure

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1. Stress
2. Deflection
3. Buckling
4. Creep
5. Fracture
6. Wear
7. Yielding

Question 17

Are classified as live (imposed) loads and dead loads.

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Structural Load

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Transitory or temporary lads

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Live Loads

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are permanent and may include the weight of the structure and all major permanent components.

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Dead Loads

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Basic forces or loads that can act on structure:

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1. Tension
2. Compression
3. Shear
4. Torsion

Question 21

• Structural engineering depends on the knowledge of materials and their properties, in order to understand how different materials support and resist loads.

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Structural Material

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Common materials are:

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1. Iron
2. Concrete
3. Aluminum
4. Timber
5. Composites

Question 23

includes all structural engineering related to the design of buildings
- A branch of structural engineering close to architecture.

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Building structures

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engineered to withstand various types of hazardous earthquake exposures at the sites of their particular location.

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Earthquake Engineering Structures

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- includes all structural engineering related to the built environment.

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Civil Engineering Structures

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Civil Engineering Structures Includes:

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1. Bridges 2. Dams 3. Roads 4. Railways 5. Pipelines 6. Power Stations

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- plays an essential role in designing machinery where structural integrity of the design item impacts safety and reliability.

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Mechanical Structures

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Benefits of bein a structural engineer

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1. Satisfaction of seeing your work 2. Watching people use the finished product 3. Design furniture landmark structures or help save old ones.

Question 29

Structural Engineer structures

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1. Taj Mahal 2. St. Basil’s Cathedral 3. Eiffel Tower

Question 30

Average salary in PH

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32,960 pesos per month