Structures for Architects

<p><em>Structures for Architects: Planning Analysis and Design</em> explains the basics of structural systems to help architects conceive the structural form and analyze and design in a comprehensive manner. The objective is not to explain the structural analysis and design of complex systems in detail but to explain the analysis and design of structural members in a simple and elementary approach. Presenting basic concepts in a simple manner the book deals with the presentation of structural systems used in the construction of public buildings. Architectural design urban planning guidelines basic rules of fire safety and earthquake-resistant design are discussed in a conceptual manner. Examples included throughout the book shall help students faculty and practicing architects understand structural analysis and design in a straightforward manner and exercise problems are presented to aid in the understanding of the contents presented. This book serves as a useful reference material for both academicians and practicing professionals.</p><ul> <li>Strengthens the capacity of architects in fundamental structural analysis and design.</li> <li>Presents numerical examples and exercises for self-study in each chapter including MATLAB® examples.</li> <li>Includes the basics for understanding architectural design urban planning fire safety and earthquake-resistant design.</li> <li>Examines construction planning and management through CPM and PERT methods to aid in understanding the fundamentals of project management.</li> </ul>