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HISTORIC MASONRY STRUCTURES 

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SOME OF OUR LECTURES

Basic Theory

  • The material ‘masonry’. Heyman’s principles of Limit Analysis.

  • Equilibrium of masonry. Lines of thrust. Arches. Cracking.

  • Limit analysis, safety. Buttresses.

  • Basic tools of analysis. Graphic Statics. Physical Models.

  • The Gothic Structure. Analysis of complete buildings.

  • Towers & Spires. Rose windows. Flat vaults.

  • Domes. Equilibrium, cracks and movements.

Advanced Problems

  • The Piecewise Rigid Displacement Method.

  • Computational discrete limit analysis (for unreinforced masonry).

  • Thrust Network Analysis and Rigid Block. Equilibrium: Theory and basic applications.

  • DEM modelling and PR: Theory and basic applications.

  • Seismic response of masonry structures.

  • Spiral stairs with the membrane and the kinematic approach.

Guest Lectures by leading experts in the field of structural analysis and engineering practice of historical constructions 

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COURSE CREDITS

We will provide certification that you participated in the course and completed all the class work and field experience with a total of 90 credit hours.

We would be pleased to provide your professor and university with any information or supporting documentation they may require to review and approve the programme as an independent course, or to support any other form of academic recognition or accreditation you may be considering.

The programme comprises lecture hours, fieldwork and educational trips, and independent study. Participants who successfully complete the programme will receive a certificate of attendance documenting 90 contact and supervised study hours. It can add valuable credentials to your résumé when pursuing further  opportunities.

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WANT TO KNOW MORE?

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