BUILDING DESIGN PART 3: DESIGN OF RC BEAMS
A beam is a structural element that resists loads applied laterally to its axis. The structural capabilities of beams can be exploited in supporting walls, floors, ceilings, decks and garages.…
BASICS OF BOLTS CONNECTIONS
Bolts are a form of threaded fasteners with nuts ,and are used to connect two or more parts together. In civil engineering, they are commonly used for connections in steel…
BUILDING DESIGN PART 2: DESIGN OF COMPOSITE SLABS
What is a composite slab? A composite slab is a unidirectional slab in which concrete is poured over a corrugated sheet profile that functions as both formwork and a positive…
BUILDING DESIGN PART 2: HOW TO DESIGN RC SLABS
Slabs are horizontal structural elements that form the floor system of a building. The main purpose of the slabs is to support live load and dead loads which can result…
TOP 5 REASONS FOR CONSTRUCTION PROJECT DELAYS
Time is one of the key constraints on any construction project. This is because construction projects are unique and time bound. Therefore, construction projects involve utilization of the limited resources…
WHY GRAVITY IS THE BIGGEST PROBLEM FOR ENGINEERS?
Gravity is one of the fundamental forces in universe, and on our planet it affects every thing that has mass. Scientifically, gravity is the of force attraction between two masses…
BASICS AND PRINCIPLES OF STRUCTURAL APPRAISALS
The world today is changing fast and this has an impact on the state and usage of buildings. Building owners are often seeking to repurpose their property ,and this could…
BUILDING DESIGN PART 1: AN INTRODUCTION TO STRUCTURAL DESIGN
Structural design is at the heart of many building projects. From the Burj Khalifia in Dubai to the Empire State building in New York City, all these projects were brought…
TOP FIVE MOST DANGEROUS JOBS IN ENGINEERING
Civil engineering often appears to be a prestigious and rewarding job, but it does have some downsides. One of the cons of Civil engineering is a safety issue. Civil engineering…
WHAT CLIMATE CHANGE MEANS FOR CIVIL ENGINEERS?
Climate change is real, whether or not you believe it. While many are still trying to ignore it, climate change is presenting real challenges to engineers all over world. Climate…