
Design
Sub-Module Objectives:
In this sub-module, you will be provided with the techniques to analyze and design solid-sawn or glued laminated beams. The
analysis and design techniques follow the same procedures introduced to you in Mechanics of Materials. We will examine the
four primary factors; bending, shear, deflection, and bearing; that must be considered for any beam.
Sub-Module Directions:
Only three class days will be devoted to this deep sub-module. To complete this sub-module, which is the last sub-module in
the wood beam module, you must:
- Study the five sets of on-line lecture notes.
- Complete the reading assignment.
- Come to class prepared to discuss the following topics:
- Day 1: Bending
- Day 2: Shear, Deflection, and Bearing
- Day 3: Design Example
- Complete the homework assignments and submit according to:
- Bending: Day 2
- Shear, Deflection, and Bearing: Day 4
- Beam Design: Day 4
- Complete the wood beam section of the design project and submit according to the directions provided in the
project area of this class.
On-Line Lecture:
Reading Assignment:
- Breyer, Chapter 6, Sections 6.1 - 6.17.
- Breyer, Chapter 2, Section 2.7.
Problem Assignments:
- Bending: 6.12 (complete bending only), 6.27
- Shear, Deflection and Bearing: 6.12 (complete all other requirements)
- Design: 6.22
Design Project Assignment:
Go to the Wood Beam section of the Project area of this class and complete as directed.
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