Courses – Fakultet tehničkih nauka u Novom Sadu

Subject: Design of Non-Structural Elements in Seismically Active Areas (17.GD041)

Type of studies	Title
Doctoral Academic Studies	Civil Engineering (Year: 1, Semester: Summer)

General information:

Category	Scientific-professional
Scientific or art field	Konstrukcije u građevinarstvu
ECTS	10

Acquiring superb theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of the analysis of response of non-structural elements exposed to seismic action, with the aim of achieving optimal results during their design and maintenance. Enabling students to analyse and design non-structural elements in seismically active areas according to the current trends and standards.

Students possess superb theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of the analysis of response of non-structural elements exposed to seismic action according to the current trends in modern engineering practice. They are able to solve problems of different levels of complexity on their own, as well as in communication and interaction with others, with the innovative approach and application of modern and self-developed software tools. They are entrepreneurial and can lead interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary projects of different complexity by respecting the ethical standards of their profession. They are able to independently initiate co-operation at the national and international level.

Definition and classification of non-structural elements. The importance of taking into consideration of non-structural elements exposed to seismic action. Response of non-structural elements exposed to seismic action, causes and types of their damage. Methods of seismic analysis of non-structural elements. Basic goals and steps in the design of non-structural elements exposed to seismic action. Seismic demands for non-structural elements in Europe and the rest of the world. Methods of testing of non-structural elements.

Lectures, consultations. Theoretical and practical parts of the study material are presented at lectures through presentations of individual thematic units, followed by the appropriate examples from engineering practice for the sake of easier perceiving and understanding. During the course students are referred to the contemporary literature. On the basis of their interest the themes for seminar papers are assigned to them. Seminar papers are written through independent research work. By using the literature students expand knowledge from the selected scientific area, develop the ability to see their place and role in the chosen field, and perceive the need for teamwork and cooperation with other professions.

Authors	Title	Year	Publisher	Language
group of authors	FEMA E-74. Reducing the Risks of Nonstructural Earthquake Damage – A Practical Guide	2012	Federal Emergency Management Agency, Washington D.C., USA	English
Filiatrault A., Christopoulos C., Stearns C.	Guidelines, Specifications, and Seismic Performance Characterization of Nonstructural Building Components and Equipment	2001	Pacific Earthquake Engineering Research Center, University of California, Berkeley, CA, USA	English
group of authors	ASCE/SEI 7-10. Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures	2010	American Society of Civil Engineers, Reston, VA, USA	English
group of authors	Seismic Analysis, Design, and Installation of Nonstructural Components and Systems – Background and Recommendations for Future Work	2017	National Institute of Standards and Technology, Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA	English
group of authors	FEMA 460. Seismic Considerations for Steel Storage Racks Located in Areas Accessible to the Public	2005	National Institute of Building Sciences, Washington D.C., USA	English
group of authors	ASCE 4-98. Seismic Analysis of Safety-Related Nuclear Structures	2000	American Society of Civil Engineers, Reston, VA, USA	English