Structural Elements Design Manual - Softcover

Draycott, Trevor

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0434904686 ISBN 13: 9780434904686

Publisher: Newnes, 1990

Synopsis

Gives clear explanations of the logical design sequence for structural elements. The Structural Engineer says: `The book explains, in simple terms, and with many examples, Code of Practice methods for sizing structural sections in timber, concrete,
masonry and steel. It is the combination into one book of section sizing methods in each of these materials that makes this text so useful....Students will find this an essential support text to the Codes of Practice in their study of element sizing'.

About this title

About the Author

Trevor Draycott, the former Buildings and Standards Manager with Lancashire County Council's Department of Property Services has 50 years experience in the construction industry. For 20 years he was also an associate lecturer in structures at Lancashire Polytechnic, now the University of Central Lancashire in Preston. For many years he served on the Institution of Structural Engineers, North West Branch, professional interview panel and the North West regional committee of the Timber Research and Development Association.

Synopsis

The primary aim of this manual is to provide a single source of information for students who are new to the topic. The author has concentrated on the behaviour and practical design of the main elements that comprise building structure, and has included many worked examples. The book is divided into five chapters. Each chapter provides practical guidance on the design of structural elements in accordance with the appropriate British Standard or Code of Practice.

Edition details

• Publisher: Newnes
• Publication date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0434904686
• ISBN 13: 9780434904686
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 246