Course Information

Course Information
Course Title Code Language Type Semester L+U Hour Credits ECTS
Dynamics of Structures INS304 Turkish Compulsory 6. Semester 3 + 0 3.0 5.0
Prerequisite Courses
Course Level Undergraduate
Mode of delivery Face to Face
Course Coordinator Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Batuhan AYKANAT
Instructor(s) Dr. Öğr. Üyesi Batuhan AYKANAT (Bahar)
Goals The objective of this course is to teach the mathematical models required to understand the behavior of structures under dynamic loads (earthquake, wind, traffic, blast).
Course Content Structural Dynamics
Learning Outcomes
# Öğrenme Kazanımı
1 Identify dynamic degrees of freedom of structural systems and formulate mass, stiffness, and damping matrices
2 Formulate and analytically solve the equations of motion for single-degree-of-freedom (SDOF) systems under free and forced vibration.
3 Explain structural damping mechanisms and numerically evaluate the effect of the damping ratio on structural response.
4 Calculate dynamic amplification factors and displacement responses of structures under harmonic, periodic, and impulsive loads.
5 Solve the eigenvalue problem in multi-degree-of-freedom (MDOF) systems to obtain natural frequencies and mode shapes (modal vectors)
6 Interpret the "Response Spectrum" concept using earthquake ground motion data and utilize it in structural analysis.
7 Apply numerical integration methods (Newmark, Central Difference, etc.) via computer software or spreadsheets to solve dynamic problems.
Lesson Plan (Weekly Topics)
Week Topics/Applications Method
1. Week Introduction to Dynamics & Newton’s Laws Presentation (Preparation), Practice
2. Week Equations of Motion for SDOF Systems Presentation (Preparation), Practice
3. Week Free Vibration (Undamped) Presentation (Preparation), Practice
4. Week Free Vibration (Undamped) Presentation (Preparation), Practice
5. Week Free Vibration (Damped) Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
6. Week Free Vibration (Damped) Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
7. Week Harmonic and Periodic Loading Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
8. Week Harmonic and Periodic Loading Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
9. Week Impulsive Loads & Duhamel’s Integral Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
10. Week Introduction to MDOF Systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
11. Week MDOF Systems Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
12. Week Eigenvalue Problem: Frequencies & Modes Interview, Presentation (Preparation), Practice
13. Week ÇSD sistemler. Kütle matrisi ve yay matrisi. ÇSD sistemin hareket denklemleri. Frekans denklemi ve çözüm yöntemleri. Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
14. Week ÇSD sistemlerde modlar, modal maksimum değerlerin birleştirilmesi yoluyla çözümü Interview, Presentation (Preparation)
*Midterm and final exam dates are not specified in the 14-week course operation plan. Midterm and final exam dates are held on the dates specified in the academic calendar with the decision of the University Senate.
The Matrix for Course & Program Learning Outcomes
No Program Requirements Level of Contribution
1 2 3 4 5
1 To have sufficient foundations on engineering subjects such as science and discrete mathematics and basic engineering; an ability to use theoretical and applied knowledge of these subjects together for engineering solutions
2 An ability to determine, describe, formulate and solve engineering problems in engineering application; for this purpose, an ability to select and apply proper analytic and modeling methods
3 An ability to analyze a system, a component or a process and design a system under real limits to meet desired needs; in this direction, an ability to apply modern design methods
5 An ability to select and use modern techniques and tools for engineering applications; an ability to use information technologies efficiently, and ability to use at least one programming language. An ability to search on sources, collect data, design and conduct experiment, analyze and interpret the results and translate to engineering application
6 An ability to work efficiently in multidisciplinary teams, self-confidence to take responsibility
7 Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing in Turkish and to know at least one foreign language in level of following innovations in the field
8 An awareness about importance of lifelong learning; an ability to access to information, to follow developments in science and technology and update his/her knowledge continuously by means of following advances in science and technology
9 Understanding, practicing of professional and ethical responsibilities, an ability to disseminate this responsibility on society
10 An understanding of project management, workplace applications, health issues of laborers, environment and job safety; an awareness about legal consequences of engineering applications
11 An understanding universal and local effects of engineering solutions; awareness of entrepreneurial and innovation and to have knowledge about contemporary problems
12 An ability to inspect on-site and apply technological and industrial production processes
Relations with Education Attainment Program Course Competencies
Program Requirements DK1 DK2 DK3 DK4 DK5 DK6 DK7
PY1 5 5 5 5 4 5 4
PY2 0 0 5 0 3 0 0
PY3 0 0 4 3 0 0 0
PY5 0 0 0 0 2 0 0
PY6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY8 0 0 0 0 3 0 0
PY9 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY10 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
PY11 0 0 0 0 3 0 0
PY12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Recommended Sources
Ders Kitabı veya Notu Ders Kitabı veya Ders Notu bulunmamaktadır.
Diğer Kaynaklar
  • "Dynamics of Structures", Chopra A.K., Prentice Hall,2007, 3rd Edition, 876p.
ECTS credits and course workload
ECTS credits and course workload Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Ders İçi
Class Hours 14 3 42
Ders Dışı
Presentation (Preparation) 14 3 42
Practice 6 0.5 3
Sınavlar
Midterm 1 2 2
Midterm Preparation 1 10 10
Final 1 28 28
Classroom Activities 1 0.5 0.5
Total Workload 127.5
*AKTS = (Total Workload) / 25,5 ECTS Credit of the Course 5.0