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Overview
The Advanced Structural Engineering course at Nottingham Trent University covers advanced aspects of the design of box beams for long-span bridges, steel-concrete composite beams and structural elements for bridges and buildings.
Outcomes
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to:
- understand the best practice requirements for fire resistance design of structures
- review case studies where movements caused severe cracking or failure
- understand the use of new concepts, construction techniques and materials.
Programme Structure
This course will include:- how to calculate stresses and determine tendon forces
- how to calculate the permissible depth of the cable zone and steel areas
- how to check the adequacy of the reinforcement arrangement
- how to estimate pre-stress losses due to friction, elastic shortening, shrinkage and creep
- box, I, T and U beams and hollow-core units.
- the principles and requirements for safety, serviceability and design of composite steel and concrete structures, steel decking and composite slab design
- composite beams design
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 1 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Nottingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Structural Engineering View 4 other Short Courses in Structural Engineering in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- You should have a minimum of three years’ professional experience and have the support of your employer to integrate study and projects into your day-to-day work.
- You will probably be employed on significant infrastructure or building works, with experience of developing and coordinating projects.
- If you wish to receive credit, you should also have a 2:2 honours degree in a construction-related subject.
- Applicants with non-standard entry qualifications and/or relevant experience will be considered on an individual basis.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents1150 GBP / full≈ 1150 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents1150 GBP / full≈ 1150 GBP / full
Living costs
Nottingham
United Kingdom
583 - 978 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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