ABE 324 - Ag Structures and Indoor Environment

Institution:

South Dakota State University

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Description:

Course is divided into two parts emphasizing design of wood structures and environmental control in animal housing. Loads, structural analysis (statically determinate and indeterminate systems), and wood and wood panel properties are introduced. Design of beams, columns, beam-columns, trusses, sheathing, and diaphragms are emphasized with mechanical fasteners. Desired animal production space (thermal environment and indoor air quality) for production, health, and welfare are discussed. Heating and cooling loads are emphasized along with sizing equipment, fans, inlets, heat exchangers, controls, etc.) to maintain the desired animal production space Credits: 4 Prerequisites: P, ME 314, EM 331 or concurrent. Corequisites: Corequisite course ABE 324L.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.sdstate.edu/

Phone Number:

(800) 952-3541

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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