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Structural
Engineering Degrees - study
in Johannesburg
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Do you wish to study an Structural
Engineering degree?
Study
Structural
Engineering
at
the top universities in South Africa, or via
correspondence at universities in the UK,
USA and Europe. Structural Engineering is an
engineering discipline that involves the
application of principles of physics for
analysis, design, manufacturing, and
maintenance of physical systems. Structural
engineering is one of the oldest and
broadest engineering disciplines
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Structural engineering is the
design of structural support systems for buildings, bridges,
earthworks, and industrial structures. This branch of
engineering focuses on supporting a load safely, and relies on
principles of physics and mathematics to design these supports.
The work is carried out by structural engineers, though in many
areas, the lines between civil and structural engineering are
blurred. As buildings become increasingly complicated, many
universities and licensing boards are creating separate programs
and certifications for structural engineers, helping to
distinguish it as its own separate field.
The tasks involved in structural engineering are varied and
complex, but the primary goal is always to develop a support
system that will allow the structure to stand safely, and to
minimize the risk of collapse. An engineer must account for
temperature changes, weather, and many other factors during
design, and choose materials that can withstand such elements.
He or she must create a structure with just enough deflection
and sway to account for natural shifts and expansion without
creating danger or discomfort for occupants. Finally, he or she
must complete the design and specify materials that fit within
the project budget.
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 During
the design of a building, structural engineers work closely with
architects and other project team members. For structurally
intensive projects like skyscrapers, the structural engineer
often leads the design process. In cases like this, the
structural elements often take precedence over architectural
features, though the design must still accommodate the necessary
building components such as mechanical and electrical systems.
Using columns, beams, plates, and other
structural engineering elements, the engineer will design a
safe, practical system of support that satisfies all project
criteria. He or she may use materials made from iron or steel as
the building's structural base, though pre-stressed concrete and
pre-cast panels are another solid option. For smaller
structures, wooden timbers can also be an effective support
material, and also offer a unique look when left exposed. Other
materials used by the structural engineer include aluminum and
steel alloys as well as masonry units.
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