CENG 428 - Tall Buildings and Large Span Structures

Structural systems for modern tall buildings: gravity load systems; transfer floor systems; lateral load systems for resisting wind and earthquake forces; design considerations for tall buildings. Roof systems for large span areas and arenas: shell structures; folded plates; tensile structures and canopies.
Prerequisites
CENG 306 or CENG 307.
When Offered
Offered occasionally.
(3 cr.)