Structures

Catalog description

This course presents basic conceptual and practical structural design concepts. Included is the study of essential topics in Static and Strength of Materials. Steel and concrete structures are studied and evaluated mathematically. The student will learn how to evaluate and design beams and columns in both steel and concrete. Other topics include bearing plate/base plate design, bolted and welded connections, concrete and masonry wall design. Drafting projects require the use of CAD and will focus on structural elements.