BCGBC4010A Apply structural principles to residential low-rise constructions

Structural principles - Loads

Primary loads

Load paths
Load path components in a concrete structure
A diagram shows a section of a multi-storey reinforced concrete structure made up of the following components:
•	main beam which is supported by columns
•	columns which are arranged in a grid pattern
•	floor slabs which are supported by the main beams
•	secondary beams which are supported by the main beams.

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