College of Engineering Education

BCET 6 – COURSE SYLLABUS

1. Course Number: BCET 6

2. Course Name: Bridge Engineering
3. Course Description: A specialized professional course for civil engineering students in structural
engineering designed to understand the concepts, theories, and principles in
the design process of bridge structures.
4. Pre-requisite: Structural Theory
5. Co-requisite: None
6. Credit: 3.0 units lecture
7. Class Schedule: 3 lecture hours per week
8. Program Educational Objectives (PEO) of BS Civil Engineering (BSCE) Program:
Three to five years after graduation, the BSCE graduates are expected to:
1. Pursue to be globally competitive through engineering professional’s engagement, completion
of an advanced degree, and/or participating in professional development programs or
trainings.
2. Demonstrate professional success through collaborations and innovations in the field;
addressing technical, environmental, economic, social, political, and/or business challenges.
3. Exhibit professional behavior and attitude in engineering practice.

9. Student Outcomes (SO) of BSCE and their links to PEO

PEO
By the time of graduation, the students of the BSCE program shall have the ability to: 1 2 3
SO a * apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve complex civil engineering problems;  

SO b design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data;  

design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints, in
SO c *   
accordance with standards;
SO d function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams;   

SO e * identify, formulate, and solve complex civil engineering problems;  

SO f understand professional and ethical responsibility;   

communicate effectively civil engineering activities with the engineering community and with
SO g *  
society at large;
understand the impact of civil engineering solutions in a global, economic, environmental, and
SO h  
societal context;
SO i recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning;  

SO j * know contemporary issues;  

SO k * use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for civil engineering practice;  
know and understand engineering and management principles as a member and leader of a
SO l   
team in a multidisciplinary environment;

SO m * understand at least one specialized field of civil engineering practice.   

Note: * SO being addressed in this course

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PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

VISION: By 2022, a globally recognized institution providing
(PEOs) OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
quality, affordable and open education.
PROGRAM (CE)
MISSION: To provide a dynamic and supportive academic
1. Pursue to be globally competitive
environment through the highest standards of instruction,
through engineering professional’s
research and extension in a non-sectarian institution
engagement, completion of an
committed to democratizing access to education.
advanced degree, and/or
participating in professional
VALUES: Excellence, Honesty and Integrity, Innovation and
development programs or trainings.
Teamwork
2. Demonstrate professional success
CORE COMPETENCY: “Quality affordable open education” through collaborations and
innovations in the field; addressing
technical, environmental, economic,
social, political, and/or business
challenges.

STUDENT OUTCOMES (SOs) OF CIVIL ENGINEERING PROGRAM 3. Exhibit professional behavior and
(CE) attitude in engineering practice.

a. apply knowledge of mathematics and science to solve

complex civil engineering problems
b. design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze COURSE OUTCOMES (COs) of BCET 6 –
and interpret data Bridge Engineering
c. design a system, component, or process to meet desired
needs within realistic constraints, in accordance with
standards
d. function in multidisciplinary and multi-cultural teams CO 1. Recognize the concepts, principles
e. identify, formulate, and solve complex civil engineering and theories of bridge design.
problems
f. understand professional and ethical responsibility CO 2. Apply correct computation
g. communicate effectively civil engineering activities with techniques/ strategies, and methods of
the engineering community and with society at large structural analysis for simple span
reinforced concrete deck-girder and steel
h. understand the impact of civil engineering solutions in a
truss through bridge.
global, economic, environmental, and societal context
i. recognize the need for, and engage in life-long learning
j. know contemporary issues
k. use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools
necessary for civil engineering practice
l. know and understand engineering and management
principles as a member and leader of a team in a
multidisciplinary environment
m. understand at least one specialized field of civil
engineering practice

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10. Course Outcomes (CO) of BCET 6 and their links to SO

Upon completion of the course, the BSCE students are expected SO
to: a b c d e f g h i j k l m
CO 1. Recognize the concepts, principles and theories of bridge E E E E E E D
design.
CO 2. Apply correct computation techniques/ strategies, and E E E E E E D
methods of structural analysis for simple span concrete deck-girder
and steel truss through bridge.
Legend: I = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have been introduced to the SO.
E = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have enabled themselves to attain the SO.
D = Upon attainment of this CO, students will have demonstrated partly or fully the SO.

CO and Assessment Task Alignment

Assessment Task Assessment

CO Coverage
Theory-based Practice-based Schedule

 General Provisions of
Multiple Choice - First Exam Bridge Engineering
 General Provisions of
Bridge Design
 Types of Loads

 Combination and
1. Recognize the
Problem Set Second Exam Distribution of Loads
concepts, principles
 Foundations
and theories of
 Culvert and other
bridge design. Substructures

Third Exam  Reinforced Concrete

Problem Set  Prestressed Concrete

Final Exam  Structural Steel

Problem Set

2. Apply correct  Combination and

computation Second Exam Distribution of Loads
techniques/ Problem Set  Foundations
 Culvert and other
strategies, and
Substructures
methods of
structural analysis  Reinforced Concrete
Problem Set Third Exam
for simple span  Prestressed Concrete
reinforced concrete
deck-girder and steel
truss through bridge. Final Exam  Structural Steel
Problem Set

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Assessment Task Details (Theory-based)

Assessment Coverage Assessment Details

Schedule Task

First Exam Topics from Multiple Choice You are expected to recognize the various provisions of the
1st to 3rd National Structural Code of the Philippines, Vol.2 for Bridges,
Week including its definition, classification, components, site selection-
soil exploration and general drawing arrangement.

You are also expected to identify different types of loads acting on

bridges such as forces, deformations and acceleration to properly
design their service lives.

Scoring System:

Multiple-choice question with single correct answer award 100%

points for a correct answer and 0 points for an incorrect answer.

Second Topics from Problem Set You are expected to recognize different types of foundations,
Exam 4th to 5th substructures and bridge bearings together with its importance
Week for load transmission and in accommodating the deformation
caused by load variations.

You are also expected to demonstrate understanding on different

load combinations and distribution based on NSCP Vol. 2
specifications casing the impact analysis and other corresponding
multiplier factors.

Scoring System:

Each problem has corresponding points and your solution will be

graded according to the following criteria: (see attached rubrics)

1. Identify an engineering problem -20%

2. Formulate engineering solutions to a given problem-40%
3. Apply the best solution to an engineering problem- 40%
Third Exam Topics from Problem Set In this part, you are expected to develop an understanding of
6th to 7th concrete bridge planning and design process according to NSCP
Week Vol. 2, including its quality, reliability and construction details.

You are also expected to analyze reinforced concrete and pre-

stressed concrete bridges using different limit states such as
Allowable Stress Design (ASD) method and Load and Resistance
Factor Design (LRFD( method).

Scoring System:

Each problem has corresponding points and your solution will be

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graded according to the following criteria: (see attached rubrics)

1. Identify an engineering problem -20%

2. Formulate engineering solutions to a given problem-40%
3. Apply the best solution to an engineering problem- 40%
Final Exam Topics from Problem Set In this part, you are expected to develop an understanding of steel
8th to 9th bridge planning and design process according to NSCP Vol. 2,
Week including its quality, reliability and construction details.

You are also expected to analyze structural steel bridges using

different limit states such as Allowable Stress Design (ASD)
method and Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD( method).

Scoring System:

Each problem has corresponding points and your solution will be

graded according to the following criteria: (see attached rubrics)

4. Identify an engineering problem -20%

5. Formulate engineering solutions to a given problem-40%
6. Apply the best solution to an engineering problem- 40%
Plates (Problem Every exam period, you will be given numerous amounts of
Set Compilation) practice problems for you to solve and exercise the knowledge
and skills you learn from your lecture. You need to solve each
problem correctly using the method/s required of you by your
instructor.

Plates are suggested to be in a standard format. This includes (a)

The problem (with a sketch/illustration), (b) quantities with given
values, (c) quantities to be found, and (d) solution to the problem.
Work must be hand-written, neat and readable. Draw a box
around the answer(s) and do not write at the back of the page.

Your instructor will collect and check your plates every exam
period and will return it to you not later than 7 days. Keep it,
because during final exam period you will consolidate everything
and submit a ring-bind compilation.

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11. COURSE OUTLINE AND TIME FRAME

TIME FRAME TOPICS TLA REQUIRED READINGS

Week 1 to Orientation  Discussion Student Handbook
Week 3  UM Vision, Mission, Values and Core
Competencies
 Significance of PEOs, SOs, & CLOs
 Assessment of SOs and CLOs
 Grading components
 Class policies & guidelines

 General Provisions Association of Structural Engineers

 Design Analysis and General  Lecture of the Philippines, Inc., (2005).
Structural Integrity for Bridges  Discussion National Structural Code of the
 Bridge Locations  Brainstorming
Philippines, Vol. II Bridges (2 nd
 Waterways  Group Dynamics
 Seatwork/ ed.): Philippines: ASEP
 Culvert Location, Length and
Waterway Openings Boardwork
 Roadway Drainage  Quiz
 Railroad Overpasses  Solving additional
 Super Elevation problems from
 Floor Surfaces references
 Utilities

 General Features of Design

 Standard Highway Clearances Association of Structural Engineers
- Bridges of the Philippines, Inc., (2005).
- Underpasses National Structural Code of the
- Tunnels  Lecture
 Discussion Philippines, Vol. II Bridges (2 nd
- Depressed ed.): Philippines: ASEP
- Railings  Brainstorming
 Group Dynamics
 Type of Loads
 Notations  Seatwork/
Boardwork
 General Provisions
 Quiz
 Dead Load
 Solving additional
 Live Load
 Overload Provisions problems from
references
 Traffic Lanes
 Highway Loads
 Impact
 Longitudinal Forces
 Centrifugal Forces
 Application of Live Load
 Reduction in Load Intensity
 Wind and Thermal Loads
 Buoyancy and Earth Pressure
 Earthquakes

FIRST EXAMINATION

Week 4 to  Combination and Distribution of Loads  Lecture Association of Structural Engineers

Week 5  Combination of Loads  Discussion of the Philippines, Inc., (2005).
 Distribution of Loads and Design  Brainstorming
National Structural Code of the
- Concrete Slabs  Group Dynamics
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-Timber Flooring  Seatwork/ Philippines, Vol. II Bridges (2 nd

-Composite Wood- Concrete Boardwork ed.): Philippines: ASEP
Members  Quiz
- Steel Grid Floors  Solving additional
- Spread Box Girders problems from
 Moments, Shears and Reactions references
 Tire Contact Area
 Foundations
 General Provisions
 Foundation Type and Capacity
 Subsurface Exploration and Testing
Programs  Lecture
 Service Load Design Method  Discussion
Allowable Stress Design  Brainstorming Association of Structural Engineers
 Strength Design Method Load Factor  Group Dynamics of the Philippines, Inc., (2005).
Design  Seatwork/ National Structural Code of the
 Culverts and Other Substructures Boardwork Philippines, Vol. II Bridges (2 nd
 General Requirements and Materials  Quiz ed.): Philippines: ASEP
 Dead Loads and Footings  Solving additional
 Distribution Reinforcement problems from
 Service Load Method Allowable references
Stress Design

SECOND EXAMINATION

Week 6 to  Reinforced Concrete  Lecture Association of Structural Engineers

Week 7  General Requirements and Materials  Discussion of the Philippines, Inc., (2005).
 Analysis  Brainstorming National Structural Code of the
 Design  Group Dynamics
Philippines, Vol. II Bridges (2 nd
 Reinforcement  Seatwork/
Boardwork ed.): Philippines: ASEP
 Prestressed Concrete  Quiz
 General Requirements and Materials Solving additional
 Analysis problems from
 Design references
 Detailing

THIRD EXAMINATION

Week 8 to  Structural Steel  Lecture Association of Structural Engineers

Week 9  General Requirements and Materials  Discussion of the Philippines, Inc., (2005).
 Design Details  Brainstorming National Structural Code of the
 Service Load Design Method  Group Dynamics
Philippines, Vol. II Bridges (2 nd
Allowable Stress Design  Seatwork/
ed.): Philippines: ASEP
 Strength Design Method Load Factor Boardwork
Design  Quiz
 Solving additional
problems from
references

FINAL EXAMINATION

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12. TEXTBOOK:
Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines, Inc., (2005). National Structural Code of the Philippines, Vol. II
Bridges (2nd ed.): Philippines: ASEP

REFERENCES
a. Anderson, J. C., (2012). Basic Structural Dynamics: Hoboken, New Jersey : Wiley
b. Chen, W.F. and Lui, E.M.,(2005). Earthquake Engineering for Structural Design, CRC Press
c. Williams, Martin,(2016) Structural Dynamics, CRC Press

13. COURSE EVALUATION

Assessment methods Weights

I. Examinations 60%
A. Exam 1 10%
B. Exam 2 10%
C. Exam 3 10%
D. Exam 4 30%

E. Quizzes 10%
F. Assignments/Plates 30%
100%

14. POLICIES AND GUIDELINES

a. Attendance is counted from the first regular class meeting.

b. A validated student identification card must always be worn by all students while attending classes.
c. Cheating is strictly prohibited. Any form of dishonesty shall be dealt with accordingly. Honesty is called
for at all times.
d. Valid examination permits are necessary in taking the examinations as scheduled. CELLULAR PHONES
or any ELECTRONIC GADGETS and PRESCRIBED PRC CALCULATORS are NOT allowed during
EXAMINATIONS.
e. Base-15 grading policy should be observed. Students who obtained failing scores in major exams are
recommended to attend the tutorial class.
f. The policies and guidelines from existing relevant operational procedures manual (OPM) instituted by
the university shall always be adhered.

Prepared by: Reviewed by:

CLIB JAMES I. DELOS REYES, RCE SHOWNA LEE T. SALES, RCE, RMP, ME1
Faculty BSCE, Program Head

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References reviewed by:

BRIGIDA E. BACANI, MAEd-LS

Head-LIC

Recommending approval:

CHARLITO L. CAÑESARES, DEng-ME

Dean, College of Engineering Education

Approved by:

PEDRITO M. CASTILLO II, Ed. D

VP-Institute of Pedagogical Advancement and Competitiveness

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RUBRIC FOR PROBLEM SOLVING

Performance Meets Exceeds

Beginning Developing
Indicator (PI) Expectations Expectations

Shows accurate and

Shows difficulty in Shows incomplete Shows correct
Identify the detailed
identifying the identification of the identification of the
Engineering identification of the
problem problem problem
problem problem
(5%) (10%) (15%)
(20%)
Chooses completely Chooses poor
Chooses an adequate Chooses the most
Formulate wrong approach or approach that may
approach to solve appropriate formula
engineering formula to solve the yield the correct
the problem or approach to solve
solution to a given problem answer
the problem
problem
(30%) (40%)
(10%) (20%)
Implements the Presents a solution
Does not apply Implements the
approach improperly or answer
Science and Math approach properly
or several improperly or single
Apply the best knowledge in the with no errors in
mathematical mathematical
solution to an solution of the calculation and
knowledge errors knowledge error
engineering Engineering problem solution or answer is
prevent an accurate prevents accurate
problem properly presented
solution solution
to solve a problem
(10%) (40%)
(20%) (30%)

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