| This workbook provides practical learning assignments for independent study of the Concrete Manual that students can complete in an unlimited amount of time. Each section contains learning objectives, a summary of key points, illustrations and quizzes to encourage careful reading.
From the Introduction
This study companion is intended to provide practical learning assignments for independent study of the Concrete Manual. The independent study format provides a method for the student to complete the study program in an unlimited amount of time. Proceeding through the workbook, the student can measure his or her level of knowledge by using the quizzes in each study session.
All study sessions contain specific learning objectives, a list of statements and questions summarizing the key points for study, illustrations representing key subject material, and quizzes designed to assess the student's retention of technical knowledge. Therefore, before beginning the quizzes, students should thoroughly review the corresponding chapter of the Concrete Manual concerning the learning objectives and key points.
The quizzes are designed to encourage the student to develop the habit of carefully reading the text for a clear understanding of the subject material. The questions are not intended to be tricky or misleading. The following three formats are used to vary the method of evaluation:
- Multiple Choice - Each statement is followed by a unique group of possible responses from which to choose.
- True/False - Each statement is either true or false.
- Completion - Each statement must be correctly completed by inserting the proper Concrete Manual text.
The study companion is structured so that every question is followed by the opportunity to record the student's response and the corresponding text reference. The correct responses are indicated at the back of the workbook in the answer key so that the student can assess his or her knowledge immediately.
Many new questions have been added to this 3rd edition to reflect the 2003 International Building Code and the 2002 edition of ACI Standard Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete (ACI 318-02). |
