WSP Structural Engineer Interview Questions and Answers

Bracing should be added in the weak axis direction to provide stability and prevent buckling.

• Bracing should be added in the weak axis direction to prevent buckling.

• Bracing helps to stabilize the structure and distribute loads more efficiently.

• Examples of bracing in steel structures include diagonal bracing, cross bracing, and portal bracing.

Different checks in footing include bearing capacity check, settlement check, sliding check, and overturning check.

• Bearing capacity check ensures the soil can support the load without failure.

• Settlement check ensures the footing settles within acceptable limits.

• Sliding check ensures the footing does not slide on the soil.

• Overturning check ensures the footing does not overturn due to lateral forces.

One way shear occurs in footings when load is applied in one direction, while two way shear occurs when load is applied in two directions.

• One way shear typically occurs in rectangular footings where the load is applied in one direction.

• Two way shear occurs in square footings or when the load is applied in two directions.

• One way shear is calculated using the formula Vc = 0.5 * f'c * b * d, while two way shear is calcula

I have worked on various types of structures including commercial buildings, residential homes, bridges, and industrial facilities.

• Commercial buildings

• Residential homes

• Bridges

• Industrial facilities