Structural Engineering - Vol 1 | 15. LOADS by Abraham | Learn Smarter
K12 Students

Academics

AI-Powered learning for Grades 8–12, aligned with major Indian and international curricula.

Professionals

Professional Courses

Industry-relevant training in Business, Technology, and Design to help professionals and graduates upskill for real-world careers.

Games

Interactive Games

Fun, engaging games to boost memory, math fluency, typing speed, and English skills—perfect for learners of all ages.

Typing
Memory
Math
English Adventures
Knowledge
15. LOADS

The chapter focuses on the principles of loads in structural engineering, outlining the classifications of loads such as vertical and lateral loads. It provides insights into specific aspects of vertical loads, including dead and live loads, while also addressing snow and wind loads. Understanding these loads is crucial for designing safe and efficient structures.

Enroll to start learning

You’ve not yet enrolled in this course. Please enroll for free to listen to audio lessons, classroom podcasts and take practice test.

Sections

  • 15

    Loads

    This section introduces the concepts related to loads in structural engineering, detailing vertical and lateral loads.

    Learning Practice

  • 15.1

    Introduction

    This section introduces the concept of loads in structural engineering and categorizes them into vertical and lateral loads.

    Learning Practice

  • 15.2

    Vertical Loads

    This section discusses vertical loads in structural engineering, categorizing them primarily into dead loads and live loads, and highlights the significance of understanding these loads for safe design.

    Learning Practice

  • 15.2.1

    Weights Of Building Materials

    This section outlines the weights of various building materials, essential for understanding vertical loads in structural design.

    Learning Practice

  • 15.2.2

    Average Gross Dead Load In Buildings

    This section covers the concept of average gross dead loads in buildings, detailing material weights and their significance in structural design.

    Learning Practice

  • 15.2.3

    Snow

    This section discusses snow loads on roofs, their variations by geographic location, and how to determine snow load reduction based on roof pitch.

    Learning Practice

  • 15.3

    Lateral Loads

    This section discusses lateral loads, particularly wind and earthquake loads, which act horizontally on structures and their significance in structural engineering.

    Learning Practice

  • 15.3.1

    Wind

    This section discusses wind loads and the factors influencing them in structural engineering.

    Learning Practice

References

15.pdf

Class Notes

Memorization

What we have learnt

  • Structures are designed to ...
  • Loads are categorized into ...
  • Specific calculations of lo...

Final Test

Revision Tests