This course explores the impact of different forces on the construction of bug buildings. It provides an overall understanding of how buildings respond to different forces that impact their designs. The first module introduces you to the concept of the overall response of structures. The second module explores different types of loads and their impact on the design of large structures. It also gives a detailed explanation of how buildings fall due to earthquakes. In addition, the module offers an explanation on the impact of mass and stiffness on building response. The third module explores how to build a cardboard chair. You'll also learn how to work with SketchUp Make.
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Identify the definitions of the key glossary terms related to overall response of structures
Identify types of loads on structures
Recognize how do we model larger structures
Recognize the role of Single Degree of Freedom (SDOF) systems
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Includes hands on learning projects.
Learn more about Coursera Labs Course 5 of 5 in the
Beginner Level
High school algebra High school geometry
Approx. 16 hours to complete
English
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
3 hours to complete
Introduction to Overall Response of Structures
3 hours to complete
1 video (Total 2 min), 9 readings, 2 quizzes
8 hours to complete
Loads, Building Response, and Resonance
8 hours to complete
6 videos (Total 34 min), 9 readings, 8 quizzes
5 hours to complete
Building a Cardboard Chair
5 hours to complete
3 videos (Total 17 min), 5 readings, 4 quizzes
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