In this construction video, one can gather knowledge on how to create the design of a rectangular sedimentation tank or settling tank. In the video, while making design calculation, solution is given to the following problem :- problem #1 :- Design a rectangular sedimentation tank for a population of one lac persons. Rate of water […]

Column Design with Excel RCC Column A column is a very important component in a structure. It is like the legs on which a structure stands. It is designed to resist axial and lateral forces and transfer them safely to the footings in the ground. Columns support floors in a structure. Slabs and beams transfer […]

Different Types of Steel and Their Uses INTRODUCTION OF STEEL:   The different between cast iron and steel is different amount of their carbon contents. Alloys in which the iron mixes with carbon and also other element to become steel. And high carbon steel percentage should be not greater than from 1.5% TYPES OF STEEL […]

References are very important component in the designing and the planning. Generally, although we learn all the numbers and types of calculations during the studies, we still need to consult some guide books. Thus, when we speak of the bathrooms, they are one of the most complicated parts of the residential areas. That is because […]

In a construction project there are specific areas where a contractor requires the assistance of an expert subcontractor. The objective of a general contractor is to handle the entire activities and performance among subcontractors. A subcontractor can be shortlisted and selected on the basis of various points like past performances, financials and other important factors. […]

   BEST CIVIL STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING NOTES  Materials 1: Concrete of min. 28 days cylinder crushing strength of 3000 psi (Shall confirm to the relevant item in specifications provided with these drawings) Shall be used in construction of all the structural members including foundation Footing, foundation beams, floor slabs, beams, columns, stairs, slab etc. 2:Reinforcing bars […]

Masonry is the building of structures from individual units laid in and bound together by mortar. The components that are used for masonry construction are brick, building stone such as marble, granite, travertine, and limestone, cast stone, concrete block, glass block, and cob. Masonry is generally a highly resilient variety of construction. Structural masonry is […]

This is a nice presentation from S.L. Khan, the renowned civil engineer. In this video, you will get solution to the problem of how to determine the length of a road from existing company budget? The calculation will be made on the basis of the following data :- Existing Budget = Rs. 5 Million The […]

In this construction video tutorial, brief explanation is given on various topics like weight of steel per meter, standard conversion factors, concrete grade and weight of engineering materials. These informations are very useful for civil engineers. Weight of steel per meter :- For 6 mm steel the weight is 0.222 kg For 8 mm steel […]

IS:432 – Mild steel & medium tensile steel bars & hard strained steel wires for concrete reinforcement : Part-II -Hard drawn steel wire. IS:1786 –  Requirement for High power deformed steel bars & wires for concrete reinforcement. IS:2502 –  Code of practice for bending & fixing of bars for concrete reinforcement. IS:2751 –  Recommended carry […]