Engineering of Structures: Tension and Compression

This course deals with tension and compression. After going through this course, you will understand why tensegrity structures and sculptures are different from other structures. You will also explore tension and compression in different types of trusses. Additionally you will understand determinacy and realize how it applies to trusses. The first module introduces you to the concept of tension and compression. The second module explores topics such as tensegrity structure, trusses, and determin

• Identify the definitions of the key glossary terms related to tension and compression
• Recognize why tensegrity structures and sculptures are different from other structures
• Recognize where tension and compression is in different types of trusses
• Recognize what determinancy is and how does it apply to trusses