This course deals with tension. Tension is one of the easiest forces to understand. It is a pulling force. When we tend to pull an object, it is in tension. Different elements that resist tension in buildings are ropes, cables, and funicular forms. You will study different structures and identify what role tension plays in their designs. The first module explores tension and its importance in building structures.
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High school algebra High school geometry
Approx. 13 hours to complete
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Define tension
Recognize the role of ropes and cables in sustaining tension
Identify the definitions of the key glossary terms related to tension
Recognize the role of funicular forms in structures
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Coursera Labs
Includes hands on learning projects.
Learn more about Coursera Labs Course 1 of 5 in the
Beginner Level
High school algebra High school geometry
Approx. 13 hours to complete
English
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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course
3 hours to complete
Introduction to Tension
3 hours to complete
2 videos (Total 4 min), 9 readings, 3 quizzes
6 hours to complete
Angles, Funicular Forms, and Bridges
6 hours to complete
7 videos (Total 41 min), 8 readings, 5 quizzes
4 hours to complete
Building a Cable-stayed Bridge
4 hours to complete
1 video (Total 12 min), 4 readings, 3 quizzes
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