In Print: ‘Steel Design’

In Print graphic with Sayed Soleimani on the right and the cover of his book “Steel Design” on the left.

Sayed Soleimani, professor of engineering practice, and his published book “Steel Design.”

Publication title

Steel Design, 7th Edition

Purdue author

Sayed Soleimani

Authors

William Segui
Sayed Soleimani

Publisher

Cengage

Publication date

Jan. 23, 2025

About the book (from the publisher)

Discover the essentials of structural steel design with Segui/Soleimani’s industry-leading “Steel Design, 7th Edition.” This textbook stands out by focusing on the design of individual members and their connections, rather than the integrated design of buildings. Its unique approach offers the flexibility to teach either Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD), Allowable Stress Design (ASD) or both, depending on your schedule. The text also includes both SI and U.S. customary units and empowers your students to apply fundamental design principles through practical procedures, while reinforcing a strong theoretical foundation. This bestseller is perfect for junior and senior engineering students, with advanced chapters suitable for graduate-level courses. Practicing engineers will also find it a valuable reference for staying updated with current standards.

About the Purdue author

Sayed Soleimani is a professor of engineering practice in the Lyles School of Civil and Construction Engineering. His research interests include engineering education, low-energy buildings, high-performance cement-based materials, repair and retrofit of existing structures, and structural health monitoring. Soleimani is a licensed professional engineer in California, Ontario and Australia. He is a member of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the American Concrete Institute and the American Institute of Steel Construction, as well as a fellow of the Institution of Engineers, Australia.

About the In Print series

To celebrate our faculty’s excellence in scholarship, Purdue Today’s weekly book series highlights faculty expertise across diverse subjects and disciplines. Find out more about the Purdue University Books Initiative and how to suggest a book for the In Print series on the Office of the Provost website.

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