{"id":7822,"date":"2024-12-10T11:02:01","date_gmt":"2024-12-10T10:02:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies"},"modified":"2026-03-27T13:46:07","modified_gmt":"2026-03-27T12:46:07","slug":"ingenieria-civil-para-dummies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies","title":{"rendered":"Civil Engineering for Dummies: What Is a Structure, and What Types Are There?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-white ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\"><\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Contents\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewbox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseprofile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#Ingenieria_Civil_para_dummies_%C2%BFQue_es_una_estructura_y_que_tipos_hay\" >Civil Engineering for Dummies: What Is a Structure, and What Types Are There?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#%C2%BFQue_es_un_TaludGuia_%C2%BFQue_es_una_estructura_en_el_ambito_de_la_ingenieria_civil\" >What Is a Slope? Guide | What Is a Structure in Civil Engineering?&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#Las_3_condiciones_que_debe_cumplir_una_estructura_para_ser_valida\" >The 3 conditions a structure must meet to be valid<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#%C2%BFQue_tipos_de_estructuras_existen_Ojo_%C2%A1no_son_todas_iguales\" >What kinds of structures are there? Keep in mind, they're not all the same!<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#1_Madera\" >1. Wood:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#2_Muros_de_cargas_tradicionales\" >2. Traditional load-bearing walls&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#3_Hierro\" >3. Iron&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#4_Hormigon\" >4. Concrete&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#5_Acero\" >5. Steel&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#Diccionario_Conceptos_de_ingenieria_civil_tecnicos_que_sabemos_te_suenan_a_chino\" >Dictionary | Technical civil engineering terms that we know sound like Greek to you<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#1_Muro_de_carga\" >1. Load-bearing wall:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#2_Vigas\" >2. Beams:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#3_Dintel\" >3. Lintel:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#4_Cimentacion\" >4. Foundations:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/en\/ingenieria-civil-para-dummies\/#%C2%BFQue_tener_en_cuenta_para_elegir_una_estructura_en_un_proyecto_de_ingenieria_civil\" >What should you consider when choosing a structure for a civil engineering project?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this <strong>Chapter on Civil Engineering for Dummies<\/strong> We'll tell you all about structures\u2014what they are and the definitions of the most technical concepts.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ingenieria_Civil_para_dummies_%C2%BFQue_es_una_estructura_y_que_tipos_hay\"><\/span><strong>Civil Engineering for Dummies: What Is a Structure, and What Types Are There?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to know everything about \u201c<em>Civil Engineering for Dummies<\/em>\u201d, today we'll talk about one of the most popular concepts in the world of <a href=\"https:\/\/academy.structuralia.com\/masters\/master-bim-aplicado-a-la-ingenieria-civil-2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">civil engineering<\/a>, as is the case with <strong>Structures and Their Types<\/strong>. Put your doubts to rest right now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_es_un_TaludGuia_%C2%BFQue_es_una_estructura_en_el_ambito_de_la_ingenieria_civil\"><\/span><strong>What Is a Slope? Guide | What Is a Structure in Civil Engineering?&nbsp;<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>structures<\/strong> These are components that are joined together to support certain loads or forces, maintaining their shape intact and remaining completely<strong> stable<\/strong>. To remain in equilibrium, structures must counteract other forces that are equal in magnitude and opposite in direction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The forces through which structures react to a load are called reactions, and they occur at the points where the structures are supported or connected, known as supports.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a structure to be functional, it must meet a series of<strong> conditions,<\/strong> such as the ones we analyze below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Las_3_condiciones_que_debe_cumplir_una_estructura_para_ser_valida\"><\/span><strong>The 3 conditions a structure must meet to be valid<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First of all, <strong>The structure must be stable.<\/strong> The center of gravity must be within the base and close to the ground.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Second, the structure must be <strong>durable, <\/strong>It can support loads without breaking or deforming. This depends in part on its shape and also on the material used in its construction, because not all of them are the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another factor to keep in mind is the <strong>stiffness<\/strong>. Triangles are widely used because they do not deform. Furthermore, the structure must have a <strong>some flexibility <\/strong>to accommodate the expansion and contraction of materials or to be prepared for any seismic activity.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_tipos_de_estructuras_existen_Ojo_%C2%A1no_son_todas_iguales\"><\/span><strong>What kinds of structures are there? Keep in mind, they're not all the same!<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this chapter of *Civil Engineering for Dummies*, we at Structuralia want to focus on the different types of structures that exist. Some look alike, but there are <strong>differences in terms of safety, aesthetics, efficiency, or functionality<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Madera\"><\/span><strong>1. <\/strong>Wood:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is considered the simplest structure. In this type of structure, a horizontal member is placed on top of two vertical members, like a portico. It is considered a classic system and is still popular today in countries where timber is abundant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Muros_de_cargas_tradicionales\"><\/span><strong>2. <\/strong>Traditional load-bearing walls&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Structures are also built using continuous materials (concrete) and factory-made materials (brick). Load-bearing walls are combined with horizontal elements, and depending on the choice made, this allows for the creation of stronger structures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Hierro\"><\/span><strong>3. <\/strong>Iron&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Iron is another material that allows for the creation of linteled structures and other shapes, such as pointed arches or tracery. These are aesthetically pleasing and are used when a more elegant design is desired.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Hormigon\"><\/span><strong>4. <\/strong>Concrete&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a popular material used in the construction of buildings. By reinforcing the interior with steel, it becomes very sturdy. It is also versatile, as it allows for the creation of large windows or terraces, which is why it has always been used.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Acero\"><\/span><strong>5. <\/strong>Steel&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Today, steel is a material that is widely used in the design of building structures, primarily because it is sustainable, versatile, and efficient. It is even possible to create <strong>prefabricated aluminum structures<\/strong>, speeding up the construction process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It's also important to stay on top of trends, since mixing different materials is also popular these days to achieve the best results.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"333\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/modern-building-and-crane-machinery-structure-con-2023-11-27-05-24-50-utc.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-12469\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/modern-building-and-crane-machinery-structure-con-2023-11-27-05-24-50-utc.jpg 500w, https:\/\/blog.structuralia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/modern-building-and-crane-machinery-structure-con-2023-11-27-05-24-50-utc-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Diccionario_Conceptos_de_ingenieria_civil_tecnicos_que_sabemos_te_suenan_a_chino\"><\/span><strong>Dictionary | Technical civil engineering terms that we know sound like Greek to you<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When talking about structures, you might hear certain terms that sound like Greek to you, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Muro_de_carga\"><\/span><strong>1. Load-bearing wall<\/strong>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These are walls of the building that support its structural elements, such as beams.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Vigas\"><\/span><strong>2. Beams:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is a component that rests on the pillars to support certain loads, such as curtain rods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Dintel\"><\/span><strong>3. Lintel<\/strong>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is used to create openings in walls and to create doors or windows. There is a type of construction known as \u201clintel construction.\u201d.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Cimentacion\"><\/span><strong>4. Foundations<\/strong>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It consists of a set of structural elements designed to distribute the load borne by the ground, ensuring that the structure is firmly and securely anchored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"%C2%BFQue_tener_en_cuenta_para_elegir_una_estructura_en_un_proyecto_de_ingenieria_civil\"><\/span><strong>What should you consider when choosing a structure for a civil engineering project?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another topic covered in *Civil Engineering for Dummies* is what to consider when choosing the right structure for a given type of project.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It's important to keep in mind that we're starting with the fundamental aspect of the entire <a href=\"https:\/\/academy.structuralia.com\/masters\/master-bim-edificacion\">construction,<\/a> so it must be stable and durable, which can be achieved by choosing the right shape and materials.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In summary, these are the main <strong>points to consider<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What is the purpose of the building?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Location of the building.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Size of the structure.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Load it will have to bear.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project completion deadline.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Technical Specifications for the Project.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Project Design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Budget.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We hope this guide to <strong>Civil Engineering for Dummies<\/strong> I hope this has answered all your questions about building structures.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remember that you can contact us if you need help or have questions about the meaning of any other term related to civil engineering.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>En este cap\u00edtulo de Ingenier\u00eda Civil para dummies te contamos todo sobre las estructuras, qu\u00e9 son y la definici\u00f3n de los conceptos m\u00e1s t\u00e9cnicos. 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