6.3 Essential questions

1. If a beam bends in one direction, what is the effect on the column?
If a beam bends down then the column would be compressed or stretched based on the side of the bending beam that the column is on.


2. If a column compresses too severely, how does that affect a beam?
If a column compressed to much it would pull down on the beam and possibly cause the beam to break.


3. In the design of a column and beam system, what are the geometric and physical principles that must be considered for safety and sustainability of a structure?
Some geometric aspects to be considered include the strength of the shape and also the appeal of the shape. Some physical principles would be the type of material being used and the length, width, and height of the beams and columns.

4. What information is provided in column schedules? What additional information is needed in designing a column and beam bracing system?
Some information a column schedule needs is the type of column, the number of columns, and possibly the length or height or width of the structure. Some additional information would include the type of beams and their length and count.