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524. Graphical Statics. [Thornton, Saunders and Assistants.]

12-1, M. W. F.

Lecture course: Graphic composition and resolution of forces; centers
of gravity and moments of inertia; strain sheets for simple types of roof
and bridge trusses; beams under fixed and rolling loads; reservoir dams
and retaining walls; internal stresses and beam deflections.

574. Practice course: each student executes a weekly plate 15″ × 20″
of problems based on the lectures. 6 hours a week.