Bozidar Stojadinovic: Catalogue data in Autumn Semester 2023

Name Prof. Dr. Bozidar Stojadinovic
Name variantsBozidar Stojadinovic
B. Stojadinović
Božidar Stojadinović
FieldStructural Dynamics and Earthquake Engineering
Address
Inst. f. Baustatik u. Konstruktion
ETH Zürich, HIL E 14.1
Stefano-Franscini-Platz 5
8093 Zürich
SWITZERLAND
Telephone+41 44 633 70 99
E-mailstojadinovic@ibk.baug.ethz.ch
URLhttps://stojadinovic.ibk.ethz.ch/people-page/professor.html
DepartmentCivil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering
RelationshipFull Professor

NumberTitleECTSHoursLecturers
101-0117-00LTheory of Structures III4 credits2GB. Stojadinovic
AbstractThis course focuses on the axial, shear, bending and torsion load-deformation response of continuous elastic prismatic structural elements such as rods, beams, shear walls, frames, arches, cables and rings. Additional special topics, such as the behavior of inelastic prismatic structural elements or the behavior of planar structural elements and structures, may be addressed time-permitting.
Learning objectiveAfter passing this course students will be able to:
1. Explain the equilibrium of continuous structural elements.
2. Formulate mechanical models of continuous prismatic structural elements.
3. Analyze the axial, shear, bending and torsion load-deformation response of prismatic structural elements and structures assembled using these elements.
4. Determine the state of forces and deformations in rods, beams, frame structures, arches, cables and rings under combined mechanical and thermal loading.
5. Use the theory of continuous structures to design structures and understand the basis for structural design code provisions.
ContentThis is the third course in the ETH series on theory of structures. Building on the material covered in previous courses, this course focuses on the axial, shear, bending and torsion load-deformation response of continuous elastic prismatic structural elements such as rods, beams, shear walls, frames, arches, cables and rings. Additional special topics, such as the behavior of inelastic prismatic structural elements or the behavior of planar structural elements and structures may be addressed if time permits. The course provides the theoretical background and engineering guidelines for practical structural analysis of modern structures.
Lecture notesElectronic copies of the learning material will be managed using Moodle. The learning material includes the lecture presentations, additional reading, and exercise problems and solutions. Lectures are streamed live and recorded on the ETH Video Portal.
LiteratureMarti, Peter, “Baustatik: Grundlagen, Stabtragwerke, Flächentragwrke”, Ernst & Sohn, Berlin, 2. Auflage, 2014

Bouma, A. L., “Mechanik schlanker Tragwerke: Ausgewählte Beispiele der Praxis”, Springer Verlag, Berlin, 1993.
Prerequisites / NoticeWorking knowledge of theory of structures, as covered in ETH course Theory of Structures I (Baustatik I) and Theory of Structures II (Baustatik II) and ordinary differential equations. Basic knowledge of structural design of reinforced concrete, steel or wood structures. Familiarity with structural analysis computer software and computer tools such as Matlab, Mathematica, Mathcad or Excel.
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesassessed
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesassessed
Decision-makingassessed
Media and Digital Technologiesfostered
Problem-solvingassessed
Project Managementfostered
Social CompetenciesCommunicationfostered
Cooperation and Teamworkfostered
Customer Orientationfostered
Leadership and Responsibilityassessed
Self-presentation and Social Influence assessed
Sensitivity to Diversityfostered
Negotiationfostered
Personal CompetenciesAdaptability and Flexibilityassessed
Creative Thinkingassessed
Critical Thinkingassessed
Integrity and Work Ethicsassessed
Self-awareness and Self-reflection assessed
Self-direction and Self-management assessed
101-0189-00LSeismic Design of Structures II Restricted registration - show details
Number of participants limited to 18.
All students go on a waiting list. Final registration based on an application letter (information given in the first lecture). Priority will be given to students who completed Seismic Design of Structures I (101-0188-00 G) and are in the primary target group (majoring in Structural Engineering and/or doing project-based coursework for other majors).
4 credits2GB. Stojadinovic
AbstractIn this course the students will learn how to do performance-based seismic design of building structures. This is a project-based course. The students will, in parallel, acquire the basis knowledge about the seismic behavior and non-linear response modeling of structures, and apply this knowledge in a project focused on design of a new building structure.
Learning objectiveAfter successfully completing this course, the students will be able to:
1. Model and explain the seismic behavior of new structures with moment frame, braced frame and shear wall structural systems.
2. Evaluate the performance of new structures under earthquake loading using modern risk-informed performance assessment methods and analysis tools.
3. Use the knowledge of nonlinear dynamic response of structures to interpret the design code provisions and apply it in seismic design of structural systems.
4. Successfully design such systems to achieve the performance objectives stipulated by the design codes
ContentThis course completes the series of courses on dynamic analysis and seismic design of structures at ETHZ. Building on the material covered in Structural Dynamics and Seismic Design of Structures I, the following advanced topics will be covered in this course: 1) behavior and non-linear response modeling of structural systems under earthquake excitation; 2) displacement-based inelastic design of new building structures; 3) seismic design of moment frame, braced frame and shear wall structures; These topics will be discussed from the standpoint of risk-informed performance-based seismic design.
Lecture notesMoodle is used to manage the course learning material. These include the lecture presentations, additional reading, exercise problems and solutions, example models of structures in OpenSees system for earthquake engineering simulation, and example designs. Lectures are streamed and recorded using the ETH Video Portal.
LiteratureDesign of Reinforced Concrete Buildings for Seismic Performance: Practical Deterministic and Probabilistic Approaches (1st ed.). Aschheim, M., Hernández-Montes, E., & Vamvatsikos, D. (2019). CRC Press. https://doi.org/10.1201/b19964

Dynamics of Structures: Theory and Applications to Earthquake Engineering, 5th edition, 2017/2020, Chopra, A. Prentice Hall, https://www.pearson.com/us/higher-education/program/Chopra-Dynamics-of-Structures-5th-Edition/PGM1101746.html

Earthquake Engineering: From Engineering Seismology to Performance-Based Engineering, Borzorgnia, Y. and Bertero, V. Eds., CRC Press, 2004

Erdbebensicherung von Bauwerken, 2nd edition, Bachmann, H. Birkhäuser, Basel, 2002
Prerequisites / NoticeETH Seismic Design of Structures I course, or equivalent. Students are expected to understand the seismological nature of earthquakes, to characterize the ground motion excitation, to analyze the response of elastic single- and multiple-degree-of-freedom systems to earthquake excitation, to use the concept of response and design spectrum, to compute the equivalent seismic loads on simple structures, and to perform code-based seismic design of simple structures. Familiarity with structural analysis software, such as SAP2000 or OpenSees, and general-purpose software, such as Python and Matlab, is expected.

Number of participants limited to 18. All students
go on a waiting list. Final registration based on an
application letter (information given in the first
lecture). Priority will be given to students who
completed Seismic Design of Structures I
(101-0188-00 G) and are in the primary target
group (majoring in Structural Engineering and/or
doing project-based coursework for other majors).
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Techniques and Technologiesassessed
Method-specific CompetenciesAnalytical Competenciesassessed
Decision-makingassessed
Media and Digital Technologiesassessed
Problem-solvingassessed
Project Managementassessed
Social CompetenciesCommunicationassessed
Cooperation and Teamworkassessed
Customer Orientationassessed
Leadership and Responsibilityassessed
Self-presentation and Social Influence assessed
Sensitivity to Diversityfostered
Negotiationassessed
Personal CompetenciesAdaptability and Flexibilityassessed
Creative Thinkingassessed
Critical Thinkingassessed
Integrity and Work Ethicsassessed
Self-awareness and Self-reflection assessed
Self-direction and Self-management assessed
101-1187-00LColloquium in Structural Engineering (Autumn Semester) Information 1 credit2KA. Taras, E. Chatzi, A. Frangi, W. Kaufmann, B. Stojadinovic, B. Sudret, M. Vassiliou
AbstractProfessors from national and international universities, technical experts from the industry as well as research associates of the institute of structural engineering (IBK) are invited to present recent research results and specific projects from the practice. This colloquium is adressed to members of universities, practicing engineers and interested persons in general.
Learning objectiveLearn about recent research results in structural engineering.
ContentLearn about recent research results and novel practical applications & methods in structural engineering.
CompetenciesCompetencies
Subject-specific CompetenciesConcepts and Theoriesassessed
Method-specific CompetenciesProblem-solvingfostered
Social CompetenciesCommunicationfostered
139-0101-00LModule 1: Introduction to Seismic Design and Swiss Seismic Code Provisions Restricted registration - show details 2 credits3GA. Tsiavos, B. Stojadinovic
AbstractThe objective of this Module is to introduce the principles of Seismic Design of Structures and the Swiss Seismic Code Provisions to Civil Engineers working in Switzerland.
Learning objectiveThis module enables participants:
- To understand the critical points of the Swiss Code Provisions for the seismic design of new structures and the seismic evaluation of existing structures
- To get an overview in the dynamics and the principles of seismic design of structures
Content1.1 Introduction to seismic hazard and seismic risk, seismic performance objectives, common structural deficiencies and observed damage patterns due to earthquake ground motion excitation

1.2 Seismic elastic and inelastic response of SDOF systems and earthquake response spectra

1.3 Seismic elastic and inelastic response of MDOF systems, Response Spectrum Analysis and Pushover Analysis

1.4 Seismic Design of structures using SIA 261: Presentation and Examples

1.5 Good practices for the seismic design of new structures 

1.6 Seismic safety of non-structural components

1.7 Swiss Code Provisions for the seismic evaluation of existing structures SIA 269/8: Presentation and examples, Evaluation of commensurability of seismic retrofitting measures 
Prerequisites / Notice-Anwesenheit (mind. 80% pro Präsenzwoche) und aktive Mitarbeit in den Präsenzwochen
- mindestens genügende Leistungen bei
Leistungskontrollen
139-0102-00LModule 2: Finite Element Modelling and Identification of the Seismic Behavior of Structures Restricted registration - show details 2 credits3GA. Tsiavos, B. Stojadinovic
Abstract
Learning objectiveThis module enables participants:
- To use the state-of-the-art FEM software and implement the optimal FE modelling techniques for the simulation of the seismic response of existing buildings (concrete, masonry, mixed concrete-masonry) located in Switzerland
-To obtain knowledge of the FEM software and the modelling techniques for the simulation of soil-structure interaction
-To understand the current methodologies for the identification and monitoring of the vibration and the seismic behavior of structures located in Switzerland.
139-0103-00LModule 3: Analysis Methods and Case Study Examples of Seismic Evaluation and Retrofitting Restricted registration - show details 2 credits3GA. Tsiavos, B. Stojadinovic
AbstractThe scope of this Module is to present Analysis Methods and Case Study Examples that illustrate established procedures and practical engineering solutions that are applied in the seismic evaluation and retrofitting of existing structures by Civil Engineers working in Switzerland.
Learning objectiveThis module enables participants:
-To acquire practical knowledge of the seismic retrofitting techniques commonly used in Switzerland, their implementation and their cost
-To select the appropriate analysis method for the seismic evaluation of structures located in Switzerland and understanding of the governing factors
139-0104-00LModule 4: Individual Project Exercise Restricted registration - show details 4 credits2PA. Tsiavos, B. Stojadinovic
Abstract
Learning objectiveThis modules enables participants
-To cunduct independently a seismic evaluation of an existing structure located in Switzerland considering the boundary conditions that influence the seismic behavior of the structure
364-1058-00LRisk Center Seminar Series0 credits2SH. Schernberg, D. Basin, A. Bommier, D. N. Bresch, S. Brusoni, L.‑E. Cederman, P. Cheridito, F. Corman, H. Gersbach, C. Hölscher, K. Paterson, G. Sansavini, B. Stojadinovic, B. Sudret, J. Teichmann, R. Wattenhofer, S. Wiemer, R. Zenklusen
AbstractThis course is a mixture between a seminar primarily for PhD and postdoc students and a colloquium involving invited speakers. It consists of presentations and subsequent discussions in the area of modeling complex socio-economic systems and crises. Students and other guests are welcome.
Learning objectiveParticipants should learn to get an overview of the state of the art in the field, to present it in a well understandable way to an interdisciplinary scientific audience, to develop novel mathematical models for open problems, to analyze them with computers, and to defend their results in response to critical questions. In essence, participants should improve their scientific skills and learn to work scientifically on an internationally competitive level.
ContentThis course is a mixture between a seminar primarily for PhD and postdoc students and a colloquium involving invited speakers. It consists of presentations and subsequent discussions in the area of modeling complex socio-economic systems and crises. For details of the program see the webpage of the colloquium. Students and other guests are welcome.
Lecture notesThere is no script, but a short protocol of the sessions will be sent to all participants who have participated in a particular session. Transparencies of the presentations may be put on the course webpage.
LiteratureLiterature will be provided by the speakers in their respective presentations.
Prerequisites / NoticeParticipants should have relatively good mathematical skills and some experience of how scientific work is performed.