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John R. Andrew, P.E.
This 5 PDH course can be used to calculate the: shear and bending strength of many types of beams.
Some advantages of spreadsheet calculations over hand written include:
1. easier to read.
2. better recall from archives.
3. greater accuracy.
4. faster with repeat use.
5. graphs are created automatically.
6. numerous useful formulas.
7. "Goal Seek" enables optimization.
8. solve any equation with, "Solver".
9. solve sets of linear and non-linear equations.
10. calculations and graphs may be pasted into documents and slide show presentations.
The calculations within this live spreadsheet will facilitate the initial design and engineering of many types of beams and trusses. When various factors are typed into the Input cells, Excel will calculate results automatically. In addition, the powerful tool, "Goal Seek" can be used to optimize each design Calculation.
This course includes a multiple-choice quiz at the end, which is designed to enhance the understanding of the course materials.
NY PE & PLS: You must choose courses that are technical in nature or related to matters of laws and ethics contributing to the health and welfare of the public. NY Board does not accept courses related to office management, risk management, leadership, marketing, accounting, financial planning, real estate, and basic CAD. Specific course topics that are on the borderline and are not acceptable by the NY Board have been noted under the course description on our website.