Dr. Liel's research program develops and applies novel methods for structural engineering design and assessment to improve the safety and sustainability of structures under extreme loads. Dr. Liel's research team creates complex nonlinear models of structural behavior in response to earthquake, snow and other loads to quantify the risk of collapse, damage or other outcomes of interest. These assessments result in probabilistic metrics of structural performance that provide the foundation for the development of innovative methods to identify vulnerable construction types or communities and to evaluate or improve design and mitigation strategies. Three central ongoing areas of research are: 1) collapse risk and retrofit strategies for older potentially dangerous concrete buildings, 2) effects of liquefaction on building structures and tradeoffs associated with mitigation and 3) effects of induced earthquakes on buildings and infrastructure.
CVEN 3227 - Probability, Statistics and Decision
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Spring 2021 / Spring 2022
Introduces uncertainty based analysis concepts and applications in the planning and design of civil engineering systems emphasizing probabilistic, statistics, and design concepts and methods.
CVEN 4525 - Computational Structural Analysis 1
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Fall 2020
Covers the principles and formulations of the direct stiffness method and its transition to the finite element method with the computational modelling and analysis of framed structures in 2D plane and 3D space. The dynamic analysis and the introduction to the nonlinear structural problems are provided. Familiarity with the modern computing and programming environments is increased to address the needs in the structural engineering and mechanics area. Computer programming is applied to the solution of problems in structural analysis. Same as CVEN 5525.
CVEN 4555 - Reinforced Concrete Design
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Fall 2018 / Fall 2019 / Fall 2021 / Fall 2023 / Fall 2024
Applies basic principles of structural engineering and mechanics to the design of reinforced concrete structures, including design of beams, columns, slabs, and footings; continuous beams and frames; cast-in-place buildings.
CVEN 4899 - Civil Engineering Senior Project Design
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Spring 2020 / Spring 2021
Provides a simulated real world design and construction planning experience where teams integrate across multiple civil engineering sub-disciplines to create a solution that satisfies multiple constraints, including design, client requirements, budget, schedule, technical, regulatory, and societal. Final deliverables include: detailed design drawings, specifications, cost estimate, project schedule, construction plan, oral and written presentation.
CVEN 5111 - Structural Dynamics
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Fall 2023 / Fall 2024
Focuses on the response of single- and multi-degree of freedom structures subjected to harmonic, impulsive and arbitrary loads (including earthquake base excitation). Sources and modeling of damping will be discussed. Analytical and numerical solutions will be considered for both linear and nonlinear structural systems. Elastic and inelastic response spectra will be discussed.
CVEN 5525 - Computational Structural Analysis 1
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Fall 2020
Covers the principles and formulations of the direct stiffness method and its transition to the finite element method with the computational modelling and analysis of framed structures in 2D plane and 3D space. The dynamic analysis and the introduction to the nonlinear structural problems are provided. Familiarity with the modern computing and programming environments is increased to address the needs in the structural engineering and mechanics area. Computer programming is applied to the solution of problems in structural analysis. Same as CVEN 4525.
CVEN 5835 - Special Topics for Seniors/Grads
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Spring 2019
Supervised study of special topics of interest to students under instructor guidance. May be repeated up to 15 total credit hours.
CVEN 6595 - Earthquake Engineering
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Spring 2018 / Spring 2020 / Spring 2024
Analyzes and designs structures for earthquake load covering: properties of earthquake ground motions, ground motion prediction equations, seismic hazard analysis, response spectra, response of linear and nonlinear structures, construction of design spectra, seismic design methods, and building code requirements.
CVEN 6945 - Master's Candidate for Degree
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Spring 2022
Registration intended for students preparing for a thesis defense, final examination, culminating activity, or completion of degree.
FYSM 1000 - First Year Seminar
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Fall 2018
Provide first year students with an immersive experience in an interdisciplinary topic that addresses current issues including social, technical and global topics. Taught by faculty from across campus, the course provides students with an opportunity to interact in small classes, have project based learning experiences and gain valuable communication skills. Seminar style classes focused on discussion and projects.
