2.1. Dead Loads

Try these first

1. 1.

   Define dead loads in your own words.

   Hint

   Think about what is constant and unchanging.

2. 2.

   What is self-weight?

   Hint

   It's a component of dead loads.

3. 3.

   What are dead loads primarily composed of?

   • Moving equipment
   • Permanent static loads
   • Wind forces

   Hint

   Consider what remains unchanged over time.

4. 4.

   True or False: Dead loads can change with occupancy.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about how they are defined.

5. 5.

   A house has a roof that weighs 1500 kg, and the walls weigh 1200 kg. What is the total dead load?

   Hint

   Add the individual weights of the components.

6. 6.

   Design a column for a structure given the dead load is 5000 kg. Using factors of safety, how would you determine the required parameters?

   Hint

   Consider how much more weight needs to be supported beyond just the dead load.