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The Structural Engineer, Volume 61, Issue 1, 1983
Foundations and Building Regulations submissions Whatever the aspect, the subject of Building Regulations submissions is one that elicits strong views and forthright language on the part of our correspondents. Mr J. T. O’Rourke has written, deploring the rigidity sometimes applied in dealing with the structural aspects of submissions. In his opinion, the refusal, by some engineers, to make simple engineering judgments in their appraisals detracts from the reputation of the profession and leads to lack of respect by other professions. He illustrates his point by reference to an example: The problem relates to a Building Regulation submission, and the consequent comments of the local authority engineer. (I should point out, at this stage, that I am employed by a local authority and check Building Regulations submissions myself. I have, therefore, no particular axe to grind in this direction.) Verulam
The paper discusses the needs of engineers for postgraduate training. The development of basic skills through the experience obtained on specific project work, and the need to encourage innovative but sound applications of such skills, can be ensured with a carefully considered approach to planned training. James H. Armstrong
Today, most young structural engineers are educated on civil engineering degree courses. This paper discusses the aims and objectives of design studies on such courses, Structural design studies should involve much more than just mathematical analysis. The content of the structural design syllabus is questioned-and a change in emphasis is proposed. R. Bishop and F.E. Weare