1. Loads on Structures http://ceeserver.cee.cornell.edu/jfa5/cee371/

2. Structure = man-made object which must transmit or survive loads to perform a desired function

3. Equilibrium! Must provide a “path” to transmit or resist the loads Must provide serviceability, strength and stiffness under appropriate levels of loads

4. The Structural Design Process 1.Conception 2.Loads analysis 3.Structural analysis 4.Strength analysis/Detailed design 5.Implementation/Construction 6.Evaluation of performance