Introduction to Structural Engineering

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Introduction to code-based structural building design including building loads; load paths through buildings;design of floor beams made of wood, steel, or reinforced concrete; design of main wind force resisting systems including braced steel frames; and wood studs exposed to axial load and bending. Broader building design considerations including sustainability, risk, and constructibility are also introduced. Components: Laboratory, Class Prereqs/Coreqs: P: a C- or better in CIVILENG 2000 , CIVILENG 2220 , and CIVILENG 2630 , and GENENG 2340 and MATH 2740 Typically Offered: Fall - Spring