D06 – Structural Dynamics
A graduate-level structural dynamics course for offshore structural engineering learners, based on source material. It develops the analysis of dynamic loads, discrete and continuous vibration systems, damping, modal methods, and wave dynamics for offshore and civil structures.
£299.00
1 hour 45 minutes
Focused, self-paced learning designed to fit around professional schedules.
Online, self-paced
Study online at a pace that fits your schedule.
14 sections
Structured curriculum sections.
English
Language of instruction for this course.
Quiz count: 12 total
Knowledge checks and assessed activities.
38 lessons
Focused lessons organised into a clear learning path.
Course overview
A graduate-level structural dynamics course for offshore structural engineering learners, based on source material. It develops the analysis of dynamic loads, discrete and continuous vibration systems, damping, modal methods, and wave dynamics for offshore and civil structures.
What you will learn
Classify dynamic load types and choose appropriate structural load models for wind, waves, earthquakes, machinery, traffic, impact, and pulse loading.
Formulate matrix equations of motion for multi-degree-of-freedom structural systems using displacement and force methods.
Solve free- and forced-vibration problems for discrete systems using eigenvalue analysis, modal superposition, and damping models.
Apply the Rayleigh method to estimate fundamental frequencies of discrete and continuous systems.
Derive and interpret governing equations, mode shapes, and natural frequencies for beams, bars, cables, and shear beams.
Analyze wave propagation, dispersion, and foundation interaction in rods, piles, and beams on elastic foundation.
Skills and knowledge
Dynamic loads
Modal analysis
Structural vibration
Aeroelasticity
Continuous systems
Wave dynamics
Damping
Offshore engineering
Course curriculum
Introduction
1.1 Welcome
Introduction to Dynamic Loads and Structural Response
2.1 Dynamic Loads and Inertia
2.2 Modelling Structures for Dynamics
2.3 Quiz 1 (quiz)
SDOF Review and Aeroelastic Instabilities
3.1 SDOF Response Review
3.2 2DOF and Aeroelastic Instability
3.3 Quiz 2 (quiz)
Equations of Motion for N-DOF Systems
4.1 Displacement Method
4.2 Force Method and FE Assembly
4.3 Quiz 3 (quiz)
Free Vibration of N-DOF Systems
5.1 Eigenvalue Problem
5.2 Modes and Orthogonality
5.3 Quiz 4 (quiz)
Forced Vibration and Modal Analysis
6.1 Forced Response of N-DOF Systems
6.2 Modal Superposition
6.3 Quiz 5 (quiz)
Damped N-DOF Systems and Rayleigh Method
7.1 Damped N-DOF Response
7.2 Rayleigh Method
7.3 Quiz 6 (quiz)
Continuous Systems I - Bending Beams
8.1 Beam Governing Equation
8.2 Beam Modes and Frequencies
8.3 Quiz 7 (quiz)
Continuous Systems II - Bars, Cables, Shear Beams
9.1 Bars, Cables and Shear Beams
9.2 Rayleigh for Continuous Systems
9.3 Quiz 8 (quiz)
Dynamic Loads from Wind, Waves and Earthquakes
10.1 Load Types in Practice
10.2 Wind, Waves and Seismic Loads
10.3 Quiz 9 (quiz)
Damping Mechanisms in Structures
11.1 Physical Damping Mechanisms
11.2 Equivalent Viscous Damping
11.3 Quiz 10 (quiz)
Wave Motion in Strings and Rods
12.1 Wave Equation and D'Alembert
12.2 Reflection and Transmission
12.3 Quiz 11 (quiz)
Pile-Soil Interaction and Elastic Foundations
13.1 Dispersion and Pile-Soil Waves
13.2 Beams on Elastic Foundation
13.3 Quiz 12 (quiz)
Summary
14.1 Key Takeaways
Ready to enrol?
£299.00