Course overview
The aim of this course is to provide students with a thorough understanding of the iterative nature of design and the fundamental principles on which the analyses are based.
The course covers the design and analysis of a steel frame structure for local and global buckling as well as material failure. Wherever possible, analyses are based on fundamental principles which are globally relevant and are assessed through quizzes and/or exams. The course also attempts to develop the students' ability as an engineer and problem solver and which is assessed through the submission of a practical report. Topics are taken from: steel beams; steel columns; beam-columns, design of bolted and welded connections.
Course learning outcomes
- Calculate the acceptable design loading for steel beams and columns using AS1100 and AS41002
- Descriptive formula and code based understanding of the steel design fundamentals
- Explain steel design and analysis through lab practicals and design assignments
- Analyse and design simple steel girders for flexure and buckling
- Analyse and design simple steel girders for shear
- Analyse and design bolted and steel connections
- Analyse beam-columns and frames
- Understand the fundamental behaviour of steel-concrete composite girders
Fee calculator
To display course fees, please select your status and program below:
We’re updating this Fee Calculator. It currently shows fees for programs only. Please check the relevant program for full fee details.
Study Abroad student tuition fees are available here.
Only some Postgraduate Coursework programs are available as Commonwealth Supported. Please check your program for specific fee information.
The Student Contribution amount displayed below is for students commencing a new program from 2021 onwards. If you are continuing in a program you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, or are commencing an Honours degree relating to an undergraduate degree you commenced prior to 1 January 2021, you may be charged a different Student Contribution amount from the amount displayed below. Please check the Student Contribution bands for continuing students here. If you are an international student, or a domestic student studying in a full fee paying place, and are continuing study that you commenced in 2025 or earlier, your fees will be available here before enrolments open for 2026.