Preview Questions Structural Engineer | Role Specific Skill

Question 1: In a creep test for concrete, which of the following factors most influences the material's ability to deform over time under stress?

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Compressive strength

Curing time

Mix design

Temperature

Question 2: In the context of the IBC, what is the primary consideration when designing structural elements to withstand snow loads?

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The internal load distribution and occupant density

The foundation depth and the soil characteristics

The roof slope and the design snow load based on geographical location

The building's overall height and the materials used for framing

Question 3: Which of the following design considerations is essential when designing for wind loads on a high-rise building?

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The beam's bending capacity

The building's dead load

The natural frequency of the structure

The type of reinforcement in columns

Question 4: In IBC 2018, which of the following defines the fire-resistance rating for structural elements?

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ASCE 7

ASTM E119

AISC 360

ACI 318

Question 5: When using the AISC Code for structural steel design, which of the following must be taken into account when determining the strength of a connection?

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The type of connection and the load transfer mechanism

The cost of the materials used for the connection

The geographical location of the building

The color and finish of the steel members

Question 6: In a standard tension test of a metal, which stage of the stress-strain curve corresponds to the material's ultimate tensile strength?

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The point where the curve starts to level off

The highest point on the curve before the material starts to neck

The point where the curve first begins to rise

The point of maximum deformation before fracture