Structural Frames

The rigid frame is an essential structural unit in many commercial structures. This lesson explains how different commercial framing systems work to withstand the range of forces that commercial projects impose.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this lesson, you will be able to:

• Identify the various concrete, steel, and wood framing systems available to commercial builders
• Describe how a rigid frame works
• Identify the structural elements in concrete and steel framing systems
• Compare pre-tensioned and post-tensioned concrete
• Describe how the strength of steel and concrete columns are determined

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