Conference Session

Integrating Computer-based Technology in the Civil Engineering Classroom

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Ayhan Irfanoglu, Purdue University; Yating Chang, Purdue University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

which dynamic loads are simplified to their static equivalents without anydetailed discussion of the dynamics to statics conversion process. Dynamic response ofstructures is excluded altogether. Structural dynamics is taught at graduate-level often with arefresher portion on fundamentals of vibratory systems.The main curriculum challenge was to develop a syllabus that would allow rapid development ofa common minimum-level of understanding of dynamic processes involved so that the studentswith their wide range of engineering background could participate in the learning process at theirrespective levels at all times. The topics covered in the course are listed in Table 1.Table 1. Outline of class lectures, in chronological order

Conference Session

Sustainable and Urban Development

Collection

2009 Annual Conference & Exposition

Authors

Farshad Rajabipour, University of Hawaii, Manoa; Aleksandra Radlinska, Villanova University

Tagged Divisions

Civil Engineering

important subject of life-cycle cost assessment. Table 1: Course Syllabus Lecture Subject Lecture Title Number Week 1: 1 Introduction to Course 2 Sustainability 101 Week 2: 3 Major Environmental Challenges Principles of 4 Global Warming (movie) Sustainability Week 3: 5 Introduction to Green Buildings; LEED