Worksheets2.4 Introduction To Structure
Total questions: 8
Worksheet time: 4mins
Which of these are not a type of load
Dead loads
Imposed (Live Loads)
Shear loads
Wind Loads
Dead loads are
Loads that are produced by the intended occupancy of the building
Permanent loads due to the static weight of the structure itself
Which type of action of force best describe the image above?
Tension
Compression
Bending
Shear
Which of these best define 'shear force'
The forces acting on the object act towards each other, that the object being squeezed.
The forces acting on the object cause it to be twisted.
The force acting on the object act away from each other, the object is being stretched.
The forces acting on the object cause the object to slide in relation to each other.
What is the role of an architectural engineer?
Produce structural plans, models and/or computer simulations
Carry out the detailed design, prepare tender documents and construction drawings
Carry out construction activities
Why does knowledge of the interaction of soil and structure important?
To design aesthetically pleasing buildings
To choose the most suitable structural form of foundation
To choose the most suitable type of foundation
Which of these objects are live load
Furniture
People
Beam
Column
Machineries
"They are assumed to be produced by the intended occupancy or use of the structure." What does this statement refer to?
Live load
Dead load
Wind load
