This unit introduces students to the concepts of limit states design, with a particular emphasis on the loading codes AS 1170.1, 1170.2, 1170.4 and on the steel design code AS 4100. Particular design topics include (1) critical load combinations; (2) design of tension members; (3) design of compression members; (4) design of bending members; (5) combined tension/compression and bending; (6) design of welded and bolted connections; (7) fatigue loading; and (8) methods of analysis for steel-framed structures. -- Course Website
Instructor: Professor Guowei Ma