MEC 11000 Structural Materials and Codes

(3 cr.) Lecture-Lab: 2-2
Offered: V
Survey of properties, characteristics, limitations, selection criteria, and graphic interpretation of concrete, steel, masonry, and wood used in foundation, substructure, and superstructure building systems. Includes aesthetic, performance, maintainability, and cost/benefit aspects. Introduces major building codes, material and industry standards, and utilization of manufacturer’s catalogs.