Course Overview

The course introduces the fundamentals of structural mechanics and strength of materials, as well as basics of soil mechanics and geotechnics relevant for renewable energy systems. Students study classification of structural systems, internal forces, stress–strain relationships, and limit states for engineering design (compression, tension, bending, shear, torsion). They also learn dynamic modelling of structures, elasticity theory, and numerical modelling of trusses, beams, and shells. The geotechnical part includes soil properties, stress states in soil, compressibility, shear strength, and fundamentals of shallow and pile foundations. Practical classes focus on solving static and dynamic structural problems and designing foundations for renewable energy structures, including wind turbine towers.

Main Goal

To provide students with knowledge and analytical skills in structural mechanics and geotechnics, enabling them to design and analyze support structures and foundations for renewable energy systems.

Skills To Be Gained

On completion of this module the learner will gain:

• Ability to calculate internal forces, stresses, and displacements in structural systems
• Skills in analyzing structural elements under different load conditions
• Competence in applying elasticity theory and numerical modelling for engineering structures

Practical Notes

Contact details: karolwin@pg.edu.pl