Explores the methods of calculating building loads and subsequent analysis of their effect on structural members. Examines topics including: the design of floor joists, headers, basement beams, tall walls and columns in residential and light commercial construction. Conventional lumber, manufactured lumber and steel beams and columns will be sized by standard calculations and manufacture/third party computer software.

Conditions

Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed any of the following course(s): MATH 10804118 - Intermediate Algebra W Apps, MATH 10804195 - College Algebra w Apps] And Student has satisfied all of the following: [Student has completed any of the following course(s): SCIENCE 10806139 - Survey of Physics, SCIENCE 10806154 - General Physics 1 with grade greater than or equal to C (Post Secondary Grading Scheme).]