CE5802 STRUCTURAL HEALTH MONITORING

Course Objectives

Course targets to teach general concepts in structural health monitoring; necessities; commonly used monitoring techniques; fields of application; data acquisition systems and transducer types; determination of critical measurement types and location; design of measurement setup; cost estimation; alert systems; remote communication; analytical simulation; structural properties extraction from data; analytical calibration; structural condition evaluation; damage detection; introduction to heuristic and statistical approaches in monitoring. Furthermore, students are encouraged to search and find contemporary information related to SHM practice around the world. Term projects are conducted in groups therefore team work is encouraged. Presentation skills are improved since term projects are presented in the classroom. 

Course Content

General concepts in structural health monitoring; necessities; commonly used monitoring techniques; fields of application; data acquisition systems and transducer types; determination of critical measurement types and location; design of measurement setup; cost estimation; alert systems; remote communication; analytical simulation; structural properties extraction from data; analytical calibration; structural condition evaluation; damage detection; introduction to heuristic and statistical approaches in monitoring.

Course Learning Outcomes

An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineeringAn ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret dataAn ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needsAn ability to function on multi-disciplinary teamsAn ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problemsAn understanding of professional and ethical responsibilityAn ability to communicate effectivelyThe broad education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a global and societal contextA recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in life-long learningA knowledge of contemporary issuesAn ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

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