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  • Steel Bridge Design - Designing for Constructability

    Credits: 3 PDH

    PDH Course Description:

    In many cases, bridge designers concern themselves only with checking the stability and member stress levels in the structure for the in-service condition after erection of the entire superstructure is complete. But many times the critical stress in a particular component is encountered during the erection of the bridge where large unbraced lengths affect the stability of the partially completed structure. This course describes typical erection methods and procedures and highlights some of the aspects that should be considered by the designer. With this basic knowledge, the bridge designer can determine which, if any, of these aspects are a concern for his/her particular design situation.

    Topics:

    • Introduction to designing for constructibility
    • Equipment used for the erection process
    • Erection methods
    • Site and design considerations
    • Construction Loads
    • Deck placement
    • Stability, bracing
    • Fit-up of steel bridge members
    • Erection engineering and drawings

    To take this course:

    1.) Enroll in Course:
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    2.) Study: Once enrolled, click below to begin the course:

    Download the Study Guide

    3.) Test: Once you've thoroughly read the course materials, please click below to take the final examination.

    Take the final exam

    4.) Certificate: A passing grade of 70% or higher on the exam, is required to receive the certificate of completion for this PDH course.
         NOTE: After the exam is completed, you will need to return to this page, in order to print (download) the certificate of completion.

    Print the Certificate of Completion

    Intended Audience: primarily for structural, transportation, civil, construction, andother engineers whose job description may require a knowledge of steel bridge construction and design.
    Publication Source: US FHWA

    Donald Parnell, PE

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