CE 476 - Bridge Design (4)

Structural analysis and design of modern bridge structures. Comprehensive study of influence lines and their application to moving loads. Application of AASHTO specifications to bridge design. Design of steel, reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete bridge structures. Introduction to long span cable-stayed and suspension bridges. Aerodynamic performance of bridges under wind loads. Earthquake response of bridges. Bridge infrastructure, maintenance and rehabilitation.

Prerequisite(s): CE 406 or CE 421; and BSCE or MSCE major.
Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.