PPI Steel Design for the PE Civil and SE Exams, 3rd Edition – A Complete Guide for the NCEES PE Civil and SE Exams


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A Complete Guide for the NCEES PE Civil and SE Exams Steel Design for the PE Civil and SE Exams gives you a thorough overview of the concepts and methods you’ll need to solve problems in steel analysis and design on the PE Civil and Structural SE exams. Sharpen your problem-solving skills and assess your knowledge of how to apply important specifications with 37 exam-like, multiple-choice practice problems, each one accompanied by a detailed, step-by-step solution showing both LRFD and ASD methods. Topics Covered Allowable Strength Design (ASD) Bolted Connections Combined Stress Members Composite Steel Members Flanges and Weds with Concentrated Loads History and Development of Structural Steel Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Loads and Load Combinations Plate Girders Steel Beam Design Steel Column Design Tension Member Design Welded Connections Referenced Codes and Standards Steel Construction Manual and Specification (AISC 325 and AISC 360) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7) International Building Code (IBC) Key Features Clear explanations of required codes and standards Detailed examples illustrating a wide range of common situations Confidence-building practice problems Side-by-side LRFD and ASD solutions Thorough index and easy-to-use lists of tables, figures, problems, and nomenclature Binding: Paperback Publisher: PPI, A Kaplan Company




Steel Design for the Civil PE and Structural SE Exams


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An In-Depth Review of Steel Design Methods and Standards Steel Design for the Civil PE and Structural SE Exams, Second Edition Steel Design for the Civil PE and Structural SE Exams gives you a thorough overview of the concepts and methods you'll need to solve problems in steel analysis and design on the Civil and Structural PE exams. Sharpen your problem-solving skills and assess your knowledge of how to apply important specifications with 37 exam-like, multiple-choice practice problems, each one accompanied by a detailed, step-by-step solution showing both LRFD and ASD methods. Prepare to pass the Civil and Structural PE exams Clear explanations of required codes and standards Detailed examples illustrating a wide range of common situations Confidence-building practice problems Side-by-side LRFD and ASD solutions Thorough index and easy-to-use lists of tables, figures, problems, and nomenclature Topics Covered Allowable Strength Design (ASD) Bolted Connections Combined Stress Members Composite Steel Members Flanges and Weds with Concentrated Loads History and Development of Structural Steel Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) Loads and Load Combinations Plate Girders Steel Beam Design Steel Column Design Tension Member Design Welded Connections Referenced Codes and Standards Steel Construction Manual and Specification (AISC 325 and AISC 360) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7) International Building Code (IBC)




PPI Concrete Design for the PE Civil and SE Exams, 3rd Edition – A Comprehensive Review Book for the NCEES PE Civil and SE Exams


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A Comprehensive Review Book for the NCEES PE Civil and SE Exams An in-depth review of concrete design methods and standards, Concrete Design for the PE Civil and SE Exams presents the concrete design and analysis methods most needed by civil and structural engineers. The book’s 12 chapters provide a concise but thorough review of concrete theory, code application, design principles, and structural analysis. It’s multiple-choice problems and scenario-based design problems will enhance your problem-solving skills, and each problem’s complete solution lets you check your solving approach. On exam day, you can use this book’s thorough index to quickly locate important codes and concepts. Topics Covered Columns and Compression Members Continuous One-Way Systems Design Specifications Development of Reinforcement Flexural Design of Reinforced Concrete Beams Materials Prestressed Concrete Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Members Serviceability of Reinforced Concrete Beams Shear Design of Reinforced Concrete Two-Way Slab Systems Key Features 51 example problems demonstrate how to apply concepts, codes, and equations Over 40 figures and tables provide essential support material A complete nomenclature list defines the industry-standard variables and symbols used in each chapter Includes code references to familiarize you with the exam-adopted codes, such as ASCE 7 and ACI 318 Binding: Paperback Publisher: PPI, A Kaplan Company




PPI PE Structural Reference Manual, 10th Edition – Complete Review for the NCEES PE Structural Engineering (SE) Exam


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The NCEES SE Exam is Open Book - You Will Want to Bring This Book Into the Exam. Alan Williams' PE Structural Reference Manual Tenth Edition (STRM10) offers a complete review for the NCEES 16-hour Structural Engineering (SE) exam. This book is part of a comprehensive learning management system designed to help you pass the PE Structural exam the first time. PE Structural Reference Manual Tenth Edition (STRM10) features include: Covers all exam topics and provides a comprehensive review of structural analysis and design methods New content covering design of slender and shear walls Covers all up-to-date codes for the October 2021 Exams Exam-adopted codes and standards are frequently referenced, and solving methods—including strength design for timber and masonry—are thoroughly explained 270 example problems Strengthen your problem-solving skills by working the 52 end-of-book practice problems Each problem’s complete solution lets you check your own solving approach Both ASD and LRFD/SD solutions and explanations are provided for masonry problems, allowing you to familiarize yourself with different problem solving methods. Topics Covered: Bridges Foundations and Retaining Structures Lateral Forces (Wind and Seismic) Prestressed Concrete Reinforced Concrete Reinforced Masonry Structural Steel Timber Referenced Codes and Standards - Updated to October 2021 Exam Specifications: AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications (AASHTO) Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 402/602) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318) International Building Code (IBC) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7) National Design Specification for Wood Construction ASD/LRFD and National Design Specification Supplement, Design Values for Wood Construction (NDS) North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members (AISI) PCI Design Handbook: Precast and Prestressed Concrete (PCI) Seismic Design Manual (AISC 327) Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic with Commentary (SDPWS) Steel Construction Manual (AISC 325)




246 Solved Structural Engineering Problems


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Nothing builds your confidence for an exam like solving problems. 246 Solved Structural Engineering Problems will help you prepare for the NCEES Structural I and II exams, the California state structural exam, and the structural module of the civil PE exam. In each chapter, problems are arranged in order of increasing complexity, offering practice levels appropriate for each of these tests. Exam topics covered are Structural Analysis Structural Concrete Structural Steel Timber Seismic Analysis Foundation Design Masonry In the structural steel chapter, problems may be solved with either the AISC ASD or LRFD method, whichever you're comfortable with. (The NCEES exams permit either method; the California exam requires use of both methods.) Solutions show all essential steps.




Se Structural Engineering Buildings Practice Exam


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SE Structural Engineering Buildings Practice Exam contains two 40-problem multiple-choice breadth exams and two four-essay depth exams consistent with the NCEES SE exam's format and specifications.




Concrete Design for the Civil and Structural PE Exams


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Concrete Design for the Civil and Structural PE Exams provides you with a thorough overview of the basic theories required to solve concrete design problems on the civil PE exam and the Structural I and II exams. Easy-to-use lists of tables, figures, and concrete design nomenclature will help you to quickly locate important concrete design information. Comprehensive concrete design review for the civil PE and structural PE exams Complete overview of required codes and standards over 130 figures that illustrate the acceptable structural design criteria Increase your problem-solving speed and confidence with 37 practice problems (25 practice problems for the civil PE and Structural I exams) (10 practice problems for the Structural I exam) (2 scenario-based practice problems for the Structural II exam) Topics Covered Materials Design Specifications Flexural Design of Reinforced Concrete Beams Serviceability of Reinforced Concrete Beams Shear Design of Reinforced Concrete Columns and Compression Members Continuous One-Way Systems Two-Way Slab Systems Development of Reinforcement Prestressed Concrete Seismic Design of Reinforced Concrete Members




PPI Core Engineering Concepts for Students and Professionals – A Comprehensive Reference Covering Thousands of Engineering Topics


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Find the answers to your engineering questions with Core Engineering Concepts for Students and Professionals. This authoritative reference provides comprehensive coverage of thousands of engineering concepts in one convenient book, including topics covered in 4- and 5-year engineering degree programs and those encountered in practice. Core Engineering Concepts is a cross-disciplinary reference that can be used by engineers studying or practicing in any engineering field, including civil, mechanical, electrical, structural, environmental, industrial, and chemical engineering. Written for both students and practitioners by a professional engineer, it incorporates more than 30 years of engineering experience. "Core Engineering Concepts is a unique book. It's a blend of the most useful concepts taught in college and the most useful practical knowledge learned afterward."--Michael R. Lindeburg, PE The Go-To Reference for Engineering Students and Professionals- Covers the breadth of a 4-year engineering degree- Contains civil, mechanical, electrical, chemical, and industrial engineering subjects- Features 82 chapters covering thousands of engineering concepts- Contains more than 580 examples with step-by-step solutions- Presents over 3,700 essential engineering equations and formulas- References over 780 tables and 315 conversion factors in detailed appendices- Lists fully defined nomenclature for each chapter- Includes a comprehensive index Topics Covered- Atomic Theory- Biology- Chemistry- Circuits- Computer Programming- Dynamics- Engineering Licensure- Engineering Management- Fluids- Heat Transfer- Material Science- Mathematics- Mechanics of Materials- Physical Representation- Physics- Statics- Systems Analysis- Thermodynamics




PPI PE Civil Reference Manual, 16th Edition, A Comprehensive Civil Engineering Review Book


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CERM16, the reference manual and study guide every PE Civil Examinee needs! Michael R. Lindeburg, PE’s PE Civil Reference Manual, 16th Edition (Also known as CERM16) is the only reference you need to prepare for the Breadth portion of the PE Civil exam. This comprehensive manual follows NCEES PE Civil exam specifications and addresses complex topics by parsing them into condensed, understandable, readable sections. Offering a complete review of all exam topics, this reference manual is up-to-date to the current exam specifications and design standards, and employs instructional design to enable comprehensive understanding that builds exam confidence. The PE Civil exam is a 9-hour, closed-book computer-based test (CBT) that is now offered year-round at approved Pearson Vue testing centers. Use this reference manual to fully prepare for this professional engineering exam. Key Features: Complete exam review for the Breadth portion of the PE Civil exam, including the following subjects: Project Planning Means and Methods Soil Mechanics Structural Mechanics Hydraulics and Hydrology Geometrics Materials Site Development Brief overview of each afternoon Depth exam. Up-to-date codes including: AASHTO, HCM, IBC, ACI and more. Recommendations for a study schedule to keep you on track. Exam tips for exam-day readiness. After you pass the exam, the PE Civil Reference Manual, 16th Edition (CERM16) will serve as an invaluable reference throughout your civil engineering career. Also available for individual purchase is the PE Civil Companion for the 16th Edition, a convenient side-by-side companion offering a comprehensive index with thousands of entries covering all topics; over 100 appendices; and over 550 common civil engineering terms and definitions.




PPI SE Structural Engineering Reference Manual, 9th Edition – A Comprehensive Reference Guide for the NCEES SE Structural Engineering Exam


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Updated to the latest NCEES code updates Get your SE Structural Engineering Reference Manual study schedules at ppi2pass.com/downloads. Comprehensive Coverage for the SE Structural Engineering Exam The SE Structural Engineering Reference Manual prepares you for the NCEES SE structural engineering exam. It provides a comprehensive review of structural analysis and design methods related to vertical and lateral forces. All exam topics are covered, and exam-adopted codes and standards are frequently referenced. You will learn how to apply concepts by reviewing the 270 example problems, and you will strengthen your problem-solving skills by working the 50 end-of-chapter practice problems. Each problem’s complete solution lets you check your own solving approach. Access to supportive information is just as important as knowledge and problem-solving efficiency. The SE Structural Engineering Reference Manual’s thorough index easily directs you to the codes and concepts you will need during the exam. Cross references to more than 700 equations, 60 tables, 250 figures, 8 appendices, and relevant codes will point you to additional support material when you need it. Topics Covered Bridges Foundations and Retaining Structures Lateral Forces (Wind and Seismic) Prestressed Concrete Reinforced Concrete Reinforced Masonry Rock and Soil Mechanics Structural Steel Timber Vertical Forces Referenced Codes and Standards AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications (AASHTO) Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures (TMS 402/602) Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318) International Building Code (IBC) Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7) National Design Specification for Wood Construction ASD/LRFD and National Design Specification Supplement, Design Values for Wood Construction (NDS) North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members (AISI) PCI Design Handbook: Precast and Prestressed Concrete (PCI) Seismic Design Manual (AISC 327) Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic with Commentary (SDPWS) Steel Construction Manual (AISC 325) Key Features: A robust index to facilitate quick referencing during the NCEES SE Structural Engineering Exam. Cross references more than 700 equations, 60 tables, 250 figures, 8 appendices, and relevant codes. Binding: Paperback Publisher: PPI, A Kaplan Company