Design of Steel Structures

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A straightforward overview of the fundamentals of steel structure design

This hands-on structural engineering guide provides concise, easy-to-understand explanations of the design and behavior of steel columns, beams, members, and connections. Ideal for preparing you for the field, Design of Steel Structures includes real-world examples that demonstrate practical applications of AISC 360 specifications. You will get an introduction to more advanced topics, including connections, composite members, plate girders, and torsion. This textbook also includes access to companion online videos that help connect theory to practice.

Coverage includes:

Structural systems and elementsDesign considerationsTension membersDesign of columnsAISC design requirementsDesign of beamsTorsionStress analysis and design considerationsBeam-columnsConnectionsPlate girdersIntermediate transverse and bearing stiffeners