Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction (PPSDC)

The Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction is an established quarterly journal published by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) since 1996. It provides a forum for exchanging high‑quality practice‑oriented technical information in the fields of structural design and construction. Unlike purely theoretical research journals, this periodical highlights real‑world engineering challenges and practical solutions developed in professional practice. Its content includes case reports, design approaches, construction techniques, field evaluations, and analytical methods that are directly applicable to current engineering projects. Contributions come from practicing civil and structural engineers, academics with industry experience, and experts engaged in project delivery, making the journal especially useful to professionals seeking insights into effective design and construction strategies. The journal’s audience includes structural engineers, construction managers, technical consultants, contractors, and researchers interested in applied civil engineering knowledge. Articles typically address topics such as load‑resisting systems, structural performance under service and extreme conditions, design innovation, construction methods, and lessons learned from actual projects. Emphasis is placed on clarity, relevance, and practical impact rather than purely theoretical advancements. The periodical supports the advancement of engineering practice by promoting the dissemination of hard‑earned experience and tested techniques that improve structural safety, efficiency, and sustainability in the built environment.

Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction (PPSDC) is :-

• International, Peer-Reviewed, Open Access, Refereed, Building and Construction, Civil and Structural Engineering, structural design methods, construction materials and processes, field experience, design‑construction integration, safety considerations, performance analysis, real‑world problem solving in structural engineering practice , Online or Print , Quarterly Journal

• UGC Approved, ISSN Approved: P-ISSN P-ISSN: 1084-0680, E-ISSN: 1943-5576, Established: 1996,
• Does Not Provide Crossref DOI

• Not indexed in Scopus, WoS, DOAJ, PubMed, UGC CARE