Concrete Structures I Course

Basic assumptions for calculating reinforced concrete, load and load factors, analysis and methods for designing rectangular sections in terms of ultimate strength. Calculation of cantilever plates, one-way plates, two-way plates, plates with line loads and deflection control and crack width control. Calculation of two-support beams, calculation of stairs, T beams, double rib beams and deflection control, and distribution lengths, shear and torsion calculations. Calculation of short consoles, basics of calculating column strength, braced and unbraced frames, safety provisions, short columns with small and large eccentricities, slender columns, percentage of reinforcement, round columns, beam and column connections, palm foundations, continuous slab foundations, full slab foundations and deep foundation.