Structural Engineering: Learn It, Try It!

by Tammy Enz

Overview

Have you ever stared in wonder at huge suspension bridge or a towering sky scraper? Then structural engineering might just be the career path for you! Learn the basics from a real-life expert and get some hands-on experience. The world of electrical engineering is at your fingertips.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781515764250
Publisher:	Capstone Press
Publication date:	08/01/2017
Series:	Science Brain Builders
Pages:	48
Product dimensions:	8.00(w) x 10.00(h) x 0.38(d)
Lexile:	740L (what's this?)
Age Range:	9 - 14 Years

About the Author

Tammy Enz holds a bachelor’s degree in civil engineering and a master’s degree in journalism and mass communications. She teaches at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and has written dozens of books on science and engineering topics for young people.

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 What is Structural Engineering? 4

Project 1 Experiment with Structural Shapes 6

Chapter 2 Structural Forces and materials 8

Project 2 Experiment with material Strengths 14

Chapter 3 Bridges 16

Project 3 Build and Test a Cable-Stayed Bridge 18

Chapter 4 Foundations 20

Project 4 Experiment with Soil Strengths and Foundations 24

Chapter 5 Horizontal Systems 26

Project 5 Make Your Own Reinforced Concrete 30

Chapter 6 Vertical Systems 32

Project 6 Experiment with Columns 34

Chapter 7 Lateral Systems 36

Project 7 Experiment with Lateral Loads 42

Glossary 46

Read More 47

Makers Space Tips 47

Internet Sites 47

Index 48

Author Bio 48

Interviews

Real-life experts bring science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) topics to life. Readers are invited to try hands-on projects in the field with easy-to-find items. Projects break complex topics into information that kids can readily comprehend. A must-have for any child with a budding interest in science.