Civil Engineering · Fall 2026
SDSU CIV E 321 — Structural Analysis I
Analysis of beams, frames, trusses, and three-dimensional frameworks. Influence lines; deflections; introduction to statically indeterminate structures and moment distribution.
Course requirements
Prerequisites: CIV E 301 (or M E 304) and credit or concurrent registration in CIV E 302. Approved upper division engineering major, minor, or another major approved by the College of Engineering.
- CIV E 301 (or M E 304) and credit or concurrent registration in CIV E 302. Approved upper division engineering major, minor, or another major approved by the College of Engineering.
- CIV E 301 and credit or concurrent registration in CIV E 302.
Fall 2026 enrollment options
Seat status can change| Class # | Format | Status | Seats | Time | Location | Professor | RateMyProfessors |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4506 Discussion | In person | Open | 91 / 100 | Mon/Wed 4:00 PM–5:15 PM | BT 161 | Robert Dowell | 4.1/5 · 48 reviews Difficulty 3.0 · 47% take again |
| 11946 Discussion | Online asynchronous | Open | 17 / 30 | TBA | ONLINE | Jon Cabrera | 1.8/5 · 5 reviews Difficulty 3.4 · 20% take again |