CE 4540 - Bridge Design (3)

Historical background and classification of bridges; bridge components; location, selection and geometry; use of LRFD-AASHTO specifications for the design of basic straight-girder type bridges, including steel and concrete girders, simple and continuous spans; influence lines, deck design and substructure design and protection; bearings; performance of bridges under lateral loads.

Prerequisite(s): CE 421, CE 4510, or ETC 317; CE 406, CE 4560, or ETC 316; and BSCE, BSCET, BSCEM, or MSCE Major.
Component(s): Lecture
Contact Hour(s): 3 hours lecture/discussion.
Grading Basis: Graded Only
Repeat for Credit: May be taken only once
Course Category: Major Course