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Design of Reinforced Concrete

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The fourth edition of Jack McCormac's textbook, Design of Reinforced Concrete, continues the successful tradition of earlier editions by introducing the fundamentals of reinforced concrete design in a manner that stimulates interest in the subject. Known for its clear explanations, the book is especially appropriate for students just beginning their study in reinforced concrete. The new edition has been updated to reflect the changes in the 1995 ACI Building Code and the chapters on beam-columns have been improved as a result. New homework problems have been added throughout the text. As with the previous edition, the text comes with a Windows-based software package which features many challenging reinforced concrete exercises that allows students to change problems and still obtain immediate answers.

693 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1978

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September 17, 2024
McCormac and Nelson's book on reinforced concrete design is an essential reference in my library. Its comprehensive coverage of ACI 318-05 code provisions, coupled with practical examples and clear explanations, makes it an invaluable guide for many of my design projects. I highly recommend it to anyone involved in the field of structural engineering.

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June 5, 2021
Best book for studying design of reinforced concrete from A to Z
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May 12, 2025
Looks like a solid resource for concrete design! So many people recommend this book, I guess I should check it out and brush up on my ACI 318 knowledge.
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July 1, 2025
Read and studied for university course. I have very little interest in concrete; however, this book made the information readable and interesting. The text is well written.
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September 16, 2024
This book is my go-to resource for reinforced concrete design. I find myself coming back to it often, especially when I need to review fundamental concepts or technical details.
The book covers a wide range of topics, including:
Fundamental principles: The book explains the basic concepts of reinforced concrete design, such as stress, strain, and the behavior of concrete and steel.
ACI 318-05 code requirements: The book provides detailed explanations of the provisions of the ACI 318-05 code, which governs the design of reinforced concrete structures in the United States.
Design of structural elements: The book covers the design of various structural elements, such as beams, columns, slabs, and foundations, according to the ACI code.
Practical examples: The book includes numerous examples to illustrate the application of the ACI code to real-world design problems.
The book presents the material in a clear and concise manner, making it easy to understand for students and professionals alike.
McCormac and Nelson's book continues to be an indispensable reference in my library. I appreciate how they explain the provisions of the ACI 318-05 code, and I use it as a guide in many of my designs.
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December 14, 2012
I really don't like the tables/graphical approach to design. That may have been great back in the 70's, but this is the 21st century now.
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