Georgia Institute of Technology
Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories
Georgia Institute of Technology

Mechanics of Materials IV: Deflections, Buckling, Combined Loading & Failure Theories

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.
4.8

(788 reviews)

Intermediate level
Some related experience required
Flexible schedule
Approx. 8 hours
Learn at your own pace
99%
Most learners liked this course

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There are 3 modules in this course

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In this section, we will learn how calculate the deflections, or deformations, of engineering structures subjected to loads. We will then use those techniques is solving statically indeterminate beam problems

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13 videos15 readings1 assignment

In this section, we will learn how to analyze and design for column buckling. We will also learn how to analyze and design engineering structures subjected to combined loading. Finally, we will conclude with failure theories in mechanics of materials.

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10 videos11 readings1 assignment

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Dr. Wayne Whiteman, PE
Georgia Institute of Technology
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