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Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders 11th Edition

by James Ambrose (Author), Patrick Tripeny (Author)
3.9 out of 5 stars 42 ratings
The classic reference for structural design and construction—completely revised and updated

Approaching its eighth decade as the industry leader, Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders remains the reference of choice for designers and constructors. This new Eleventh Edition is thoroughly revised and updated to reflect the latest practices in the design of structures.

Long considered a standard in the field, this perennial bestseller provides a clear, accessible presentation of the engineering information that is essential for architects and builders. Offering a concise, highly readable introduction to the investigation and design of ordinary structures for buildings—including information on structural analysis, materials, and systems—this thoroughly updated Eleventh Edition includes:

  • The latest building and material codes

  • A fresh look at the LRFD method as well as the ASD method of structural design

  • A revised section on the principles of structural mechanics for the latest generation of designers and builders

  • Essential formulas for the solution of structural problems

  • More than 200 descriptive illustrations

  • A companion Web site that now provides access to the Study Guide to Accompany Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders

An unparalleled resource for students and professionals in architecture, construction, and civil engineering, Simplified Engineering for Architects and Builders, Eleventh Edition boils structural engineering down to its essentials and provides the simple design solutions that are used for the vast majority of buildings.

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  1. ISBN-10
    0470436271
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0470436271
  3. Edition
    11th
  4. Publisher
    Wiley
  5. Publication date
    November 23, 2010
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    5.85 x 1.68 x 8.8 inches
  8. Print length
    736 pages
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JAMES AMBROSE is Editor of the Parker/Ambrose Series of Simplified Design Guides. He practiced as an architect in California and Illinois, and as a structural engineer in Illinois. He was a professor of architecture at the University of Southern California.

PATRICK TRIPENY is Director of School of Architecture and an associate professor at the University of Utah. He teaches the architectural structures sequence in the School of Architecture and the graduate design studio. He is the recipient of several teaching awards including the ACSA/AIAS New Faculty Teaching Award in 2001 and the University of Utah's Early Career Teaching Award in 2000-2001.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Wiley; 11th edition (November 23, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 736 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0470436271
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0470436271
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.75 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.85 x 1.68 x 8.8 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    3.9 out of 5 stars 42 ratings

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  • Peter S.
    5.0 out of 5 stars It looked like it had never been used
    Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2021
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    It is difficult to be sure when you look up structural or material information on line if it is correct. I’m glad I purchased this book knowing that the information is correct, concise and gives good examples to figure things out.
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  • Daniel
    4.0 out of 5 stars Good book
    Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025
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    Interesting book on architecture.
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  • patrick
    5.0 out of 5 stars Good quality and understandable
    Reviewed in the United States on February 18, 2016
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    I really like this book because of how the steps are explained and the amount of varied examples given. I ended up actually keeping this text book. This is coming from the guy who uses his e-reader and downloads as often as possible and sells all text books necessary to buy on the last day of the semester. Arch major
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  • Andrew H
    1.0 out of 5 stars Useless and anything but simple. AVOID AT ALL COSTS!!
    Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2015
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    Pure garbage. Borderline unreadable. Math geeks may understand this, but it is anything but simplified. Equations are hard to follow, many are just plain wrong, text clarifies absolutely nothing. Entire class hated this book and even the instructor pointed out that this book is useless.
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  • Mike Smee
    5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect
    Reviewed in the United States on February 23, 2014
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    This is a great book that is just what the title says - "simplified engineering". For the schooled engineer, or the self-taught individual, like myself, I would recommend it.
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  • bode91
    5.0 out of 5 stars made for designers!!
    Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2013
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    Made for designers!! You don't need to be a rocket scientist to understand the concepts. The book is designed for the architectural designer. Clear, simple, and consistent
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  • James Duke
    3.0 out of 5 stars Confusing equations, but useful tables.
    Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2013
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    I had to buy this book for my Intermediate Structures class, and while I've learned a decent amount, the format of this book has not been helpful. The tables are wonderful, but equations in the book are written without units, so unless you know exactly where the author is pulling his numbers from, you will get lost and end up screwing up your own calculations.

    Its decent for reference for the tables, but there are better-written books for learning structures.
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  • Hannah
    4.0 out of 5 stars Textbook in good condition
    Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2014
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    Because this is a textbook for a class I don't totally love it but it is in great condition. The book arrived brand new and the appropriate edition (sometimes textbook dealers will try to trick you!) The price is steep but comparable to other retailers and for the quick shipping at the beginning of the semester it was great.
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