Timber Design for the Civil and Structural PE Exams is a comprehensive study guide that uses the inductive teaching method to help readers apply the ASD/LRFD national Design Specifications to realistic problem scenarios, and understand the design theories the solving methods are based on. Design examples and scenario-based practice problems will help you apply what you learn, whether you are preparing for the Civil PE or Structural Engineering (SE) exams, are a student in a timber design course, or are a practicing engineer.

Prepare to Pass the Civil PE and SE Exams

Provides an overview of timber-related codes and standards, including how to use NDS 2005 specifications
Lists the most-used NDS equations, figures, and tables for easy access
Cross-references solution steps to NDS sections
Solves problems using both Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) and Allowable Stress Design (ASD) timber design methods
Features 40 design examples and 6 scenario-based practice problems with step-by-step solutions

Topics Covered

Structural and Physical Properties of Wood
Mechanical Properties of Lumber
Lumber Size Categories and Allowable Design Stress
Beam Design: Sawn Lumber of Wood and Glued Laminated Timber
Axial Members
Combined Bending and Axial Loading
Mechanical Connections
Nails, Spikes, and Bolts
Lag Screws and Wood Screws
Split Rings and Shear Plates
Plywood and Nonplywood Structural Panels

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