2015 IBC SEAOC Structural/Seismic Design Manual Volume 2: Examples for Light-Frame, Tilt-Up and Masonry Buildings

Description

The 2015 IBC SEAOC Structural/Seismic Design Manual provides a step-by-step approach to applying the structural provisions of the 2015 International Building Code® and referenced standards. This article covers the 2015 IBC SEAOC Structural/Seismic Design Manual Volume 2: Examples for Light-Frame Tilt-Up and Masonry Buildings. This helps illustrate key concepts with real-world applications.

Volume 2 contains code application examples of light-frame, tilt-up and masonry construction. If you are looking for practical guidance, the 2015 IBC SEAOC Structural/Seismic Design Manual Volume 2: Examples for Light-Frame Tilt-Up and Masonry Buildings covers a wide range of real-world scenarios.

Diaphragm flexibility, center of mass, collectors and chords, deflection and anchorage are discussed through examples. In and out-of-plane seismic loads are analyzed.

Volume 2 includes sample structures of wood, cold-formed steel, tilt-up concrete and masonry, including:

• Four-Story Wood Light-Frame Hotel
• Cold-formed Steel Light-frame Three-story Apartment on Concrete Podium
• Tilt-up Building with Plan Irregularities
• Tilt-up Wall Building with Openings An excellent reference and study guide for the NCEES Structural Exam.

This manual is an invaluable resource for civil and structural engineers, architects, academics and students.