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There must be a very simple answer but I just cant find a definitive explanation. In a couple of examples I saw when they're calculating the total dead load of the structure they divide the wall up to the parapet by 2. The parapet is not divided by 2. Why is this? 50% for openings? (it...

Hey guys. So I work for a dynosaur and we don't use computer software for analysis/design. I figured its time for me to learn the current standards. What is the mainstream/standard software being used in the industry right now?

So the 2012 exams ask for IBC 2009, AISC 13th and PCI 6th As most of you know, newer standards are now available (IBC 2012, AISC 14th and PCI 7th) I'm starting to study for the exam and currently don't have any of those and wondering which I should get. The latest codesor the ones required on...

Hi all. Starting to study for the test. I found a lot of good information on there already, thank you very much! The question is if I should get the 12th edition of the CERM or is the 11th just fine? The price is, of course, the difference.