Metal and Cable Structures

• Course Code : CE 556

• Session : Offered in Odd Semesters (Ongoing Session: July 2024 – Nov 2024) 

• Pre-requisite: None

• Outcome : Upon completion of the course CE 556: Metal and Cable Structures, students will be able to:

1. Design light gauge, tubular, and aluminum structures, understanding their unique properties and applications.

2. Analyze and design cable systems, including cable trusses, cable roofs, and tower structures, considering both static and dynamic loads.

3. Understand and apply classical and deflection theories in the design of suspension bridges, addressing key design considerations.

4. Analyze and design cable-stayed bridges, incorporating aerodynamic considerations to ensure structural stability and performance.

5. Evaluate and address the unique challenges associated with metal and cable structures, ensuring safe and efficient design solutions.

• Brief Overview of Modules : 

Module 1  Design of light gauge, tubular, and aluminum structures.

Module 2  Analysis and design of cables, cable trusses and cable roofs, Design of tower structures.

Module 3  Suspension bridges: Classical and deflection theories, design considerations. 

Module 4 Cable-Stayed bridges: Analysis and design, Aero-dynamic consideration in cable structures. 

• Assessment Scheme: Quizzes, Assignments, Tutorials, Mid-terms and End-terms.