CMCE $2416$ Elements of Structural Design $-$ Concrete

Assignment $1$: Structural Design of Rectangular Reinforced Concrete Beams for Bending

Perform structural design of the rectangular reinforced concrete Beam $1$ and Girder $1$ shown in

the floor framing plan. Both the beam and the girder are simply supported. Superimposed dead

load is $50$ psf and live load $100$ psf $.$ The depth of the beam and girder should satisfy the ACI

stipulations for minimum depth and be proportioned for economy. Concrete compressive

strength $f^{\text{'}}c=4,000$ and yield strength of reinforcing bars $fy=60,000.$ Size of stirrups

should be chosen based on the size of the reinforcing bars. The beam is neither exposed to

weather nor in contact with the ground, meaning it is subjected to interior exposure.

Use the reference on "Practical Considerations for Rectangular Reinforced Concrete

Beams"

Include references to ACI code

Include references to Tables from Appendix A

Draw a sketch of the reinforced concrete beam and girder showing all dimensions, number

and size of rebars, including stirrups.