Analysis and Design of Highway Bridges

This course introduces the history of bridge-building, including types of bridges, aesthetics, and materials for modern bridges; Loadings on bridges including standard truck and lane loading, impact loads, longitudinal and centrifugal forces, wind and seismic loads, thermal loads; Serviceability criteria including deflection and fatigue; Design of reinforced concrete bridges, slab bridges, concrete slab with steel stringer bridges, T-beam or plate girder bridges, box girder bridges, and prestressed concrete bridges; Bridge maintenance including inspection and rehabilitation.