Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders
<b>The classic reference for structural design and construction—completely revised and updated</b> <p>Approaching its eighth decade as the industry leader, <i>Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders</i> remains the reference of choice for designers and constructors. This new <i>Eleventh Edition</i> is thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest practices in the design of structures.</p> <p>Long considered a standard in the field, this perennial bestseller provides a clear, accessible presentation of the engineering information that is essential for architects and builders. Offering a concise, highly readable introduction to the investigation and design of ordinary structures for buildings—including information on structural analysis, materials, and systems—this thoroughly updated Eleventh Edition includes:</p> <ul> <li> <p>The latest building and material codes</p> </li> <li> <p>A fresh look at the LRFD method as well as the ASD method of structural design</p> </li> <li> <p>A revised section on the principles of structural mechanics for the latest generation of designers and builders</p> </li> <li> <p>Essential formulas for the solution of structural problems</p> </li> <li> <p>More than 200 descriptive illustrations</p> </li> <li> <p>A companion Web site that now provides access to the Study Guide to Accompany Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders</p> </li> </ul> <p>An unparalleled resource for students and professionals in architecture, construction, and civil engineering, <i>Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders, Eleventh Edition</i> boils structural engineering down to its essentials and provides the simple design solutions that are used for the vast majority of buildings.</p>