Structural Engineering
Structural engineering involves the design and analysis of major ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ underpinning society including: buildings; bridges; urban infrastructure; ports and aviation facilities. Structural engineers understand the forces that ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ carry, and how these ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥ deform under load. Their particular focus is on the elements and materials that shape ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥, hold them together and ensure their safety.
Our Structural Engineering major offers the most structural engineering and mechanics design courses of any South ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n engineering degree. You’ll study both traditional methods and materials—such as: steel; timber; concrete; aluminium; glass and masonry—and modern technologies and materials, including composites and polymers.
As a structural engineer you could find yourself planning, designing and constructing a huge range of ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥, including: bridges; buildings; tunnels; roads; airports; harbours; water supply ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥; dams; pipelines; sewerage treatment facilities; drainage; pollution control equipment; and coastal/port facilities. With deep knowledge of engineering principles, design codes, mathematics and physics, complemented by your creativity, you’ll be well equipped to help construct a built environment that’s safe, functional and supports the economy and society.
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Last updated: 09 Jul 2019