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524. Graphical Statics. [Thornton and Assistants.]

10:30-11:30, T. Th. S.

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. (Fall.)

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