Concrete Structure Design: Flexure, Shear, WSM, and LSM

Designing safe and durable concrete structures is a fundamental skill for civil engineers and a core topic in professional examinations. Understanding how reinforced concrete behaves under flexural and shear stresses is essential for both structural design and academic success. This text-based course guides you through the engineering principles of the Working Stress Method (WSM) and the Limit State Method (LSM). You will develop the analytical skills required to evaluate beams, calculate reinforcement, and solve structural problems with confidence. What you'll learn: Understand the fundamental principles and differences between WSM and LSM design philosophies; Analyze flexural behavior and design parameters for reinforced concrete beams; Calculate shear strength, diagonal tension, and design appropriate shear reinforcement; Apply modern durability, cover, and serviceability requirements to concrete structures; Practice solving structural design problems through detailed, step-by-step written calculations. The course begins with foundational terminology, material properties, and safety factors before progressing to practical flexure and shear design methodologies. This course is designed for civil engineering students, structural design beginners, and candidates preparing for technical licensing exams. No advanced design experience is required to begin. Start building your structural engineering foundation today.