NEW--updates all discussions, flow-diagrams, examples, and problems to reflect the second edition (1994) of the LRFD specifications of the AISC.

NEW--explains the LRFD philosophy and introduces the new design methodology.

NEW--features a completely revised chapter on Columns Under Combined Stress.

NEW--relocates coverage of load and resistance factor design to chapters on the basic steel structure, beams, and plate girders.

NEW--adds a discussion on ponding and vibration as special topics in beam design.

Includes a chapter on computer-aided technology.

Contains many examples.

Features flow-diagrams that make programming and applications to spread-sheets easier.

NEW--features 20% new problems and reworks all existing problems.

• presents problems in SI units.