Basic Structural Principles

This course introduces issues relevant to the fundamentals of structures including static, strength, and stability of materials. 

Objectives:

• Describe code requirements
• Explain structural design principles and terminology
• Identify structural design examples including:
  • Load determination Tributary area
  • Availability of materials
  • Moment diagrams
  • Concrete footing design
  • Design of joists, rafters, and beams
  • Steel
  • Sheer diagrams
  • Building stability
  • Concrete walls
  • Connections

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