The Structural Depth Reference Manual for the Civil PE Exam provides a comprehensive review of the relevant codes covered on the structural depth section of the civil PE exam. Understanding these codes is your key to success on this exam.

More than 120 example and practice problems, with complete step-by-step solutions, demonstrate how to use specific code equations, constants, and variables to determine whether structures meet code requirements. Each problem focuses on a specific code issue and provides a clear explanation of the code. Dozens of detailed graphics enhance your comprehension of the applicable codes.

The structural depth section of the civil PE exam requires a thorough familiarity with relevant codes, and the Structural Depth Reference Manual, Second Edition, is updated to the latest exam code specifications. The updated codes include:

• 2005 edition of AISC
• 2005 edition of NDS
• 2005 edition of ACI 318
• 2005 edition of ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402
• 2005 edition of ASCE 7
• 2006 edition of IBC

The Structural Depth Reference Manual and its companion products are part of PPI’s best-selling exam review series, used by more than 1 million engineers to prepare for their licensing exams.

Topics Covered Include

• Reinforced Concrete Design
• Foundations
• Prestressed Concrete Design
• Structural Steel Design
• Design of Wood Structures
• Design of Reinforced Masonry