Structural Technology 1 - Pt. 1 Author:David Berg, Robert Marks Are you intimidated by the structural test? Or are you a whiz in structures? Either way, this is the right course for you.Written in clear, understandable language by David Berg, P.E., and Robert Marks, P.E., this course requires a minimum amount of previous knowledge. Its eight lessons provide a concise review of structural theory and practice ... more »and reflect the latest exam trends. Among the topics discussed are: · Basic structural theory · Computation methods · Wood, steel, and reinforced concrete · Beams and columns · Foundations and walls · Connections The course is enhanced by many tables, sketches, diagrams, formulas, illustrative problems with computations, a glossary of structural terms, a bibliography, and an index. Each lesson is followed by a short quiz, and the course is concluded with a major simulated examination. Complete explanations of all quiz and examination answers are included. This edition incorporates references to both the 1994 and 1997 editions of the Uniform Building Code.« less