
New edition helps students make the bridge from concepts to problem-solving: The Fourth Edition of Structural Concrete: Theory and Design brings this text fully up to date while maintaining its acclaimed easy-to-follow, logical approach. Working with the text's numerous step-by-step examples, students quickly grasp the principles and techniques of analyzing and designing reinforced and prestressed concrete elements. Moreover, the authors' emphasis on a top quality, economical approach helps students design concrete structures and members with confidence. Fully updated and revised, the Fourth Edition features: Latest coverage reflecting the ACI 318-08 code + Seismic design chapter incorporates the latest of the International Building Code (IBC 2006) + AASHTO method for predicting concrete creep and shrinkage + New chapter dedicated to the design of curved beams + SI unit examples, equivalent conversion factors from customary units to SI units, and SI unit design tables.