Matlab and Mathematica are natural choices, but any other language is acceptable. Students can bring one page of notes to each midterm exam and three pages of notes to the final examination. The structural analysis section will concentrate on the solution of statically indeterminate structures. The structural design section will provide an introduction to the behavior and design of Reinforced Concrete members. Students are strongly encouraged to cooperate in reviewing class notes and solving homework assignments.
Group work helps improve communication skills and faces students with different ways of thinking.