Module 1

CE 72 – THEORY OF STRUCTURES II

1. Title of the Module

Chapter 1 – Analysis of Statically Indeterminate Structures

2. Introduction

Statically indeterminate structures such as continuous beams are analyze in various

methods. Analysis of statically indeterminate structures differ from statically determinates
structures due to geometry, elastic properties and stresses developed. Reactions and moments,
which are critical in the design of structures are therefore computed with the introduction of
three-moment equation, moment-distribution method and slope-deflection method.

3. Learning Outcomes

At the end of this module, the students must be able to:

 Demonstrate by numerical calculations the various methods presented
 Determine the reactions and moments of continuous beams by various method
 Recognize deflections and direction of moments based on loadings
 Understand how structural system react to external forces

4. Learning Content

1.1 Three-Moment Equation

In 1857, French engineer

Clapeyron first presented the three-
moment equation. This equation
demonstrate the relationship between the
moments at three points in a continuous
member.

The three-moment equation gives

us the relation between the moments
between any three points in a beam and
their relative vertical distances or
deviations. This method is widely used in
finding the reactions in a continuous beam.
 For fixed-ended supports,

Example 1
Example 2
Example 3
5. Teaching and Learning Activities

1. In example no. 1, replace the support at R1 with a fixed support

a. Determine M1 and M2
b. Determine R1, R2 and R3
c. Draw V & M diagram

2. In example no. 2, extend a 4 ft overhang to the right of R3 with 400 lbs concentrated load
at its edge
a. Determine M2 and M3
b. Determine R1, R2 and R3
c. Draw V & M diagram

3. In example no. 3, extend a 4 ft overhang to the left of R1 with with 400 lbs concentrated
load and replace support at R3 with a fixed support
a. Determine M1, M2 and M3
b. Determine R1, R2 and R3
c. Draw V & M diagram

6. Recommended Learning Materials and Resources for Supplementary Reading

Examples in Mathalino.com
National Structural Code of the Philippines 2015
Structural Analysis by Besavilla
Structural Analysis, Fifth Edition by Aslam Kassimali
Elementary Structural Analysis, Third Edition by Norris, Wilbur, Utku

7. Flexible Teaching Learning Modality (FTLM) Adopted

Online (synchronous)
TelEducation moodle, Facebook messenger, Zoom, Google Classroom, etc..

Remote (asynchronous)
module, essay activities, etc…