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.
Engineering of Structures: Compression
Engineering of Structures: Compression
This course is part of The Engineering of Structures Around Us Specialization
Instructor: Vicki May
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11 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
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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
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There are 3 modules in this course
This module introduces you to the topic compression.
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3 videos9 readings2 assignments
This module explores compression in details. It deals with topics such as columns, arches, and other anti-funicular forms. It explores their roles in resisting compression.
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9 videos14 readings11 assignments2 plugins
This module explores how to build anti-funicular forms.
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1 video4 readings4 assignments3 discussion prompts
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AK
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Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024
The course was really helpful. The numericals involve practical examples, while the explanations and demonstration of key concepts are amazing.
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Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025
Professor Vicki was great at explaining all the concepts
UM
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Reviewed on Mar 18, 2025
The professor really explained well . i think slender ratio should be added in this course.
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