Structural Engineering

By: Roccou KnowlesFor Intro to Civil Engineering

What is a Structural Engineer?

• Structural engineers analyze, design, plan and research structural components and structural systems to achieve design goals and ensure the safety and comfort of users.

• They also ensure that structures are built to be strong enough to withstand the different loads like wind, snow, rain, temperature, earthquakes and gravity.

What Do Structural Engineers Do ?

Structural Engineers are responsible for the:• Structural Design• Structural analysis

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Specialties in Structural Engineering

Sometimes structural engineers specialize in different fields such as:

• Bridge Engineering• Building Engineering• Pipeline engineering• Industrial Engineering

Why Did I Pick Structural Engineering?