Structural Steel Design

First Summer Session

Course: CE 4060 Structural Steel Design

Course Description:
Introduction to the design of structural elements found in steel buildings, in particular the design of steel tension members, beams, columns, beam columns, and connections. Emphasizes the AISC-LRFD Specifications for steel design, though reference is made to the ASD specification with comparisons made where appropriate. Preq: CE 3010 or consent of instructor.
3.000 Credit hours
3.000 Lecture hours

Course Material Presentations:
Lecture Handouts; Notes Outline; Detailed Course Outline

Topics Covered:
•  Introduction to Structural Steel Design
•  Specifications, Loads, and Methods of Design
•  Analysis and Design of Tension Members
•  Analysis and Design of Axially Loaded Compression Members
•  Analysis and Design of Bending Members
•  Shear and Deflection of Beam Members
•  Members Subjected to Bending and Axial Force (Tension or Compression)
•  Bolted Connections
•  Welded Connections

Assessment:
Homework Assignments submitted online—Scanner required
Mid Term Exams—Student Responsible for Obtaining Proctor (Sample Proctor Approved Form)
Final Exam— Student Responsible for Obtaining Proctor (Sample Proctor Approved Form)
No on-campus presence required

Instructor:
Name: Steve Csernak
Email: SCSERNA@clemson.edu
Phone: 864-656-3317

Student Outcomes—(ABET) This course contributes to the civil engineering student outcomes by developing:

1. An ability to apply knowledge of engineering including four technical areas appropriate to civil engineering;
2. An ability to design a system, component, or process in more than one civil engineering context to meet desired needs within realistic constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability and sustainability;
3. An ability to identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems;
4. An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering practice.

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