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Structural engineering is the field of s, Bridge s, Wall s (including Retaining Wall s), Dam s, Tunnel s, etc. Structural engineers ensure that their designs satisfy a given design intent predicated on safety (i.e. structures do not collapse without due warning) and on serviceability (i.e. floor vibration and building sway are not uncomfortable to occupants). In addition, structural engineers are responsible for making efficient use of funds and materials to achieve these over-arching goals. Typically, entry-level structural engineers may design simple Beam s, Column s, and Floor s of a new building, including calculating the loads on each member and the load capacity of various building materials ( Steel , Timber , Masonry , Concrete ). An experienced engineer would tend to render more difficult structures, considering physics of moisture, heat and energy inside the building components. In the United States, the structural engineering field is often subdivided into bridge engineering and structural engineering for buildings. Additionally, structural engineers often further specialize into special structure manufacture or construction, such as pipeline engineering or industrial structures. , dead loads including the weight of the structure itself and all major architectural components and live roof loads such as material and manpower loading the structure during construction Structural engineers mainly fight against the forces of nature like Winds , Earthquakes and Tsunamis . In recent years, however, reinforcing structures against Sabotage has taken on increased importance. SEE ALSO
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