Learn The Different Systems of Bridges and How to Design Each Type Properly
What you’ll learn
Bridge Main Elements
The Different Bridges Classifications
ASD Vs LFD Design Method
LRFD – Design Method
Bridge Diaphragms
Loads Types
Loads Definitions and Combinations
Truck, Tandem & Lane Load
Influence Lines
Lever Rule
Requirements
No previous Bridge Eeering is Required
Description
Students will learn the fundamentals of bridges Eeering.
We will start by illustrating the different types of bridges and how to select the proper system for your bridge based on the understanding the pros and cons for each system. Then we will go in depth in clarifying the dead and live loads acting on any bridge and we will focus on the live loads calculations and the different cases of loading which are the most important part in the design. In order to make you understand better the concept and theories, we will have solved examples on each part of the course to show you step by step each part of the design process.
Who this course is for:
Structural Eeers & Civil Eeers & Students
