STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS PRINCIPLES I
UNIT CODE: 0732 551 14A
TVET CDACC UNIT CODE:CON/CU/CEN/CC/O7/6/ MA
UNIT DURATION: 110 HOURS
Relationship to Occupational Standards
This unit addresses the Unit of Competence: Apply structural analysis principles
Unit Description
This Unit describes the principles required to perform structural designs. It involves
Computing stresses and strain, describing composite materials, computing shear force and bending
moments, determination of properties of sections and analyzing forces in 2D frame structures.
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Summary of Learning Outcomes
Learning Outcomes DURATION
(HOURS)
1. Compute stress and strain 20
2. Describe composite materials 20
3. Compute shear force and bending moments 20
4. Determine properties of sections 20
5. Analyze forces in 2D framed structures 30
TOTAL 110
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Learning Outcomes, Content and Suggested Assessment Methods
Learning Outcome Content Suggested
Assessment
Methods
1. Compute stress 1.1. Basic Concepts of Stress and Strain 1. Practical tests
and strain 1.1.1 Definitions: 2. Project
3. Portfolio of
[Link]. stress
evidence
[Link]. strain
4. Third party
[Link]. elastic
report
[Link]. plastic regions
5. Written tests
1.1.2 Types of stress
[Link].Tensile
[Link].Compressive
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[Link].Shear
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1.1.3 Types of strain
[Link].Longitudinal
[Link].lateral
1.2. Stress-Strain Relationship
1.2.1 Hooke's Law and elastic modulus
1.2.2 Understanding yield point, ultimate
strength, and rupture point
1.2.3 Analysis of ductile vs. brittle materials
1.3. Stress and Strain Calculation Methods
1.3.1 Calculating stress under axial
loading
1.3.2 Strain calculations for deformable
bodies
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1.3.3 Real-world applications: columns,
cables, and rods
2. Describe 2.1. Types and Properties of Composite 1. Practical tests
composite materials Materials 2. Project
2.1.1 Fiber-reinforced, polymer matrix, metal 3. Portfolio of
matrix, and ceramic matrix composites evidence
2.1.2 Physical and mechanical properties 4. Third party
relevant to engineering report
2.2. Behavior and Compatibility in 5. Written tests
Composite Structures
2.2.1 Equilibrium and compatibility conditions
in layered materials
2.2.2 Stress and strain transfer between
materials
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2.2.3 Potential failure modes and safety factors
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2.3. Analysis Techniques for Composite
Structures
2.3.1 Laminate theory basics and
applications
2.3.2 Strength analysis in composite
materials
2.3.3 Problem-solving examples for
composite members
3. Compute shear 3.1. Types of Supports, Loads, and Reactions 1. Practical tests
force and bending 3.1.1 Identifying types of supports and 2. Project
moments their implications 3. Portfolio of
evidence
[Link]. Fixed
4. Third party
[Link]. Roller
report
[Link]. Hinge
5. Written tests
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3.1.2 Load types and their effects on
beams
[Link]. Concentrated
[Link]. Distributed,
[Link]. Variable loads
3.2. Calculation of Shear Force and Bending
Moment
3.2.1 Shear force and bending
moment equations of
equilibrium
3.2.2 Real-world examples
[Link]. Bridges
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[Link]. Cantilevered beams
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[Link]. Slabs
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3.3. Shear Force and Bending Moment Diagrams
3.3.1 Diagram construction and
interpretation for various load
cases
3.3.2 Identifying critical points of
maximum and minimum moments
3.3.3 Case studies
[Link]. Simply supported beams
[Link].Overhanging beams
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4. Determine 4.1. Introduction to Geometric Properties of 1. Practical tests
properties of sections Sections 2. Project
4.1.1 Definitions 3. Portfolio of
evidence
[Link]. Area
4. Third party
[Link]. Centroid
report
[Link]. Moment of inertia
5. Written tests
4.1.2 Common shapes and their
geometrical properties
[Link]. Rectangular
[Link]. I-beams
[Link]. T-section
4.2. Calculation of Moment of Inertia and
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Radius of Gyration
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4.2.1 Methods for calculating
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moments of inertia for basic
and composite sections
4.2.2 Radius of gyration and its
applications in stability
analysis
5. Analyse forces 5.1. Characteristics of 2D Framed Structures 1. Practical tests
in 2D framed structures 5.1.1 Differences between pin-jointed 2. Project
and rigid-jointed frames 3. Portfolio of
5.1.2 Examples in trusses and frames evidence
5.2. Assumptions and Methods in Structural 4. Third party
Analysis report
5.2.1 Static equilibrium assumptions 5. Written tests
and limitations
5.2.2 Methods:
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method of joints
method of sections
5.3. Analysis of Real-World 2D Frames
5.3.1 Calculation of forces in truss members
5.3.2Determining support reactions for different
frame types
5.3.3 Practical examples
Roof trusses
Portal frames
Suggested Methods of Instruction
1. Practical
2. Projects
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3. Demonstrations
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4. Group discussions
5. Direct instructions
Recommended Resources for 25 Trainees
S/No. Category/Item Description/ Quantity Recommended
Specifications Ratio
(Item: Trainee)
A Learning Materials
1. Rolls Flip Charts For both trainer’s 5 pcs 1:5
and trainee’ use
2. Graph book For trainee’s use 14 1:2
3. Rulers, protractors and For trainer’s use 2 pcs each 2:1
compasses, set-squares
4. A4 drawing papers For trainee’s use 25 pcs 1:1
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B Learning Facilities & infrastructure
5. Whiteboards For trainer’s use 1 pc 1:25
6. Chalkboard For trainer’s use 1 pc 1:25
7. Classroom 9m by 8m 1 1:25
C Consumable materials
8. Assorted color of whiteboard For trainee’s use 10 pcs 10:1
markers
9. D Tools and Equipment
10. Scientific calculator For trainee’s use 25 pcs 1:1
11. Computers installed with For trainee’s use 13 pcs 1:2
numerical analysis software’s
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