The course of fundamental principles of reinforced concrete is a core curriculum in civil engineering major. Its basic characteristics include semi-empirical theories, mechanical analysis and model based on experiments, and design method related to current codes. In order to adapt with those features, the old teaching method which is principally based on classroom teaching and experimental demonstrations should be replaced by a new one. Based on the requirement of the building of State Educational Resource Sharing Courses, the computer technology is introduced into the classroom teaching. The new teaching method encourages students to write programs about the basic members. It results in the deepen understanding of designing theory, designing method, and the corresponding requirements in design code. The method helps to train students' ability of cooperation and dealing with the real engineering.