Abstract
Intuitive interpretation in structural engineering and structural engineering education aims not only to explain equations, observations and structural behaviour in a simple manner but also to capture their physical essences. This can help students gain an insight of a problem and generate their interest to learn and to think. This paper explains intuitive knowledge, intuitive understanding and intuitive interpretation in structural engineering education with examples. It also summarises the practice of teaching intuitive understanding and intuitive interpretation at the University of Manchester. Several examples used in the teaching are illustrated to demonstrate how equations, observations and structural behaviour can be interpreted intuitively, benefiting students who not only receive and digest knowledge but also develop ways of thinking.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | IV Int. Conference on Structural Engineering Education Structural Engineering Education Without Borders |
| Publication status | Published - 2018 |
Keywords
- Intuitive interpretation
- Intuitive understanding
- Intuitive knowledge
- Physical models
- Practical examples
- Structural engineering education
Research Beacons, Institutes and Platforms
- Manchester Institute for Collaborative Research on Ageing