The document discusses the analysis and design of beams subjected to bending. It provides examples of how to: 1) Determine shear and bending moment diagrams by drawing free body diagrams and applying equilibrium equations. 2) Calculate maximum shear forces and bending moments. 3) Relate loads, shears, and bending moments. 4) Select beam cross sections based on required section modulus to limit normal stresses to below allowable values.