4.462 Building Technology II: Building Structural Systems I
Spring 2008
US Air Force Memorial
Washington D.C.
Instructor: Patrick S McCafferty
TA: Megan Reese-Anderson
Lecture:
TR 9:30-11am
(3-133)
Recitation: W 5-7pm
(5-233)
Information:
Introduces the design and behavior of large-scale structures and structural materials. Emphasizes the development of structural form and the fundamental principles of structural mechanics. Introduces design methods for structural steel, reinforced and prestressed concrete, timber, and structural glass as applied to building and bridge systems. Laboratory to solve structural problems by building and testing simple models. Required of MArch students.
Announcements
REMINDER: date/time/location for FINAL EXAM
Wednesday, May 21
9am - 12pm
room 5-217
Announced on 14 May 2008 12:42 p.m. by Megan Reese-Anderson
GUEST LECTURE (05/01): Building Information Modelling (BIM)
PLEASE ARRIVE TO CLASS ON TIME (9:30am) FOR THIS VERY SPECIAL LECTURE!
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Dan Brodkin joined Arup in 1988. He has practiced as a structural engineer in London and is currently a Principal with the New York office. His professional experience includes project management, structural design and site supervision for large-scale projects. He applies advanced analytical techniques to support challenging architectural designs. He has particular experience in the structural design of long-span roofs, tensile structures, and glass structures. Dan has project experience on a variety of types of projects, ranging from college campus buildings to airport terminals to museums, libraries, performing arts centers and convention centers where he provides innovative structural solutions.
Announced on 28 April 2008 4:46 p.m. by Megan Reese-Anderson
GUEST LECTURE (04/29): Advances in Architectural Glass Technology
PLEASE ARRIVE TO CLASS ON TIME (9:30am) FOR THIS VERY SPECIAL LECTURE!
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Graham Dodd has wide knowledge and experience in the design, manufacture and construction of structural glass and facade systems having spent 6 years with a major glass producer. He has lead a team of facade designers involved in all aspects of the glazing contractor’s activity on projects in the U.K., Europe, Asia and North America. His early experience in other industries brings knowledge of a wide range of materials and manufacturing processes.
Announced on 28 April 2008 11:43 a.m. by Megan Reese-Anderson
homework #5
This is a multi-part assignment that will take some time.
This is the final assignment for the semester.
Announced on 19 April 2008 4:51 p.m. by Megan Reese-Anderson
date/time/location for FINAL EXAM
9am - 12pm
room 5-217
Announced on 17 April 2008 11:26 a.m. by Megan Reese-Anderson