Seismic Codes & Standards
Codes and Books Related to Seismic Design, Seismic Engineering, Seismic Construction and Retrofit of New & Existing Buildings

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2006 IEBC Appendix A Code and Commentary for Seismic Retrofit of Existing Buildings
This valuable tool presents guideline text and commentary for each guideline section, both essential to the accurate and complete understanding and application of the 2006 International Existing Building Code® Appendix A. It is a valuable and reliable reference for all those involved in the evaluation, design, construction and regulation of existing buildings. (soft bound, 130 pages)

2006 IBC Structural / Seismic Design Manual Combo - Volumes 1, 2 & 3

• Volume 1: Code Application Examples
  Features 57 examples covering a broad base of problems addressing both structural and seismic issues. (210 pages)
   

• Volume 2: Building Design Examples for Light-frame, Tilt-up and Masonry
  Includes residential, three-story, and wind load examples. (355 pages)
   

• Volume 3: Building Design Examples for Steel and Concrete
  Scheduled for release in by 2007, discusses a variety of wall and framing methods.

2006 IBC Structural / Seismic Design Manual, Volume 1: Code Application Examples
Volume I provides a step-by-step approach to applying the structural provisions of the 2006 International Building Code®. Containing 57 examples, each illustrating the practical application of specific structural/seismic provisions, this manual is an invaluable resource for structural and civil engineers, architects, code officials, and students. (212 pages)

2006 IBC Structural / Seismic Design Manual, Volume 2: Building Design Examples for Light-Frame, Tilt-Up and Masonry
Volume 2 provides a step-by-step approach to applying the structural provisions of the 2006 International Building Code®. It contains examples covering a broad base of problems addressing both structural and seismic issues. This manual is an invaluable resource for structural and civil engineers, architects, code officials, and students. (355 pages)

2006 IBC Structural / Seismic Design Manual, Volume 3: Building Design Examples for Steel and Concrete
The popular series of design manuals from ICC and SEAOC is complete with Volume 3! This volume helps you interpret and use the seismic requirements in the 2006 International Building Code and SEAOC’s 1999 Blue Book with design examples.

Guidelines for Seismic Retrofit of Existing Buildings
A new title containing the updated seismic retrofit appendices formerly published in the UCBC that address the upgrading of the structural systems of older buildings and maintaining use of historic buildings. It covers earthquake hazard reduction in existing reinforced concrete and reinforced masonry wall buildings, wood-frame residential buildings, and concrete buildings. Also included are seismic strengthening provisions for unreinforced masonry bearing walls, cripple walls and sill plate anchorage. (58 pages).

Seismic and Wind Forces: Structural Design Examples, 3rd Edition - Updated to 2006 IBC
The 3rd edition is updated by Alan Williams to the 2006 International Building Code, ASCE 7-05, ACI 318-05 and ACI 530-05. In each chapter, sections of the code are presented, analyzed and explained in a logical and simple manner and are followed by illustrative examples. Each concentrates on a specific section of the code and provides a clear and concise interpretation of the issue.

Earthquake Engineering: Application To Design
A Practical Guide to Learning How to Design Code Compliant, Earthquake Resistant Structures - Demonstrates how to design structural members and joints for seismic resistance. The text guides readers through dozens of structural designs, documenting how to perform each step, make the necessary calculations, and adhere to relevant design codes. Most other texts on seismic design focus on theory and the construction of idealized structures; this text is a radical departure, presenting actual tested design methodologies that protect structures from the devastation of earthquakes. All the design methods presented by the author comply with the current U.S. building codes. References to these codes are provided throughout the text, helping readers understand how they are integrated into an overall structural design.

Seismic Design of Reinforced and Precast Concrete Buildings
Learn The Basics of Seismic Resistant Design of Concrete Structures - Presents the basics of seismic-resistant design of concrete structures with a major focus on the seismic design of precast bracing systems.  This 848 page hard-cover manual covers the basic concepts, component behavior and design and systems design of reinforced and precast concrete buildings.

Seismic Design Handbook, 2nd Edition
This new second edition of the handbook contains up-to-date information on planning, analysis, and design of earthquake-resistant building structures. Its intention is to provide engineers, architects, developers, and students of structural engineering and architecture with authoritative, yet practical, design information. It bridges the gap between advances in the theories and concepts of seismic design and their implementation in practice. This handbook contains a CD-ROM with applicable building code references and recommended practices.

Seismic Engineering
Comprehensive Coverage of the Many Facets of Seismic Engineering - This title offers a comprehensive coverage of the many facets of seismic engineering. The first half of the book is devoted to seismic phenomena and hazards, detailing the causes of earthquakes, the parameters used to characterize earthquakes, strong ground motions, seismic hazards and their evaluation, and seismic action. The second half discusses the effects of earthquakes and tools used to assess and reduce risk, including the effects of vibratory motions and induced phenomena, seismic calculations and technical aspects of prevention.

Structural Concrete: Theory and Design
Provides a Conceptual Understanding of Concrete Design and Analysis, Updated to ACI 318-05 Code - Emphasizing a conceptual understanding of concrete design and analysis, Structural Concrete, Third Edition builds the students understanding by presenting design methods in an easy-to-understand manner supported with the use of numerous examples and problems. Updated for the latest ACI 318-05 code, this new Third Edition includes up-to-date coverage of seismic design, including IBC 2003 references, and new methods for predicting shear and creep in concrete based on the authors own research over the past ten years which will be reflected in the forthcoming ACI 209 code.

Seismic & Wind Design of Concrete Buildings (2003 IBC, ASCE 7-02, ACI 318-02
This publication provides comprehensive coverage on the seismic and wind design provisions of the 2003 International Building Code® and discusses the response of concrete buildings to earthquake and wind forces. Application of the seismic and wind provisions is illustrated by designing and detailing typical structural members in buildings that are located in areas of low, moderate and high seismic risk on different types of soil.

Seismic and Wind Forces: Structural Design Examples, 2nd Edition
Updated to 2003 IBC - The 2nd edition is updated to the 2003 International Building Code®, ASCE 7-02, ACI 318-02 and ACI 530-02 In each chapter, sections of the code are presented, analyzed, and explained in a logical and simple manner and are followed by illustrative examples. Each example concentrates on a specific section of the code and provides a clear and concise interpretation of the issue.

Wind & Earthquake Resistant Buildings: Structural Analysis & Design
A resource that addresses much of the history and intent of major design provisions in of the building codes in a reader-friendly manner. Dr. Taranath explains critical code specific items and structural concepts, includes real world examples with explanations, and provides a fundamental understanding of the behavior of steel, concrete and composite building structures. Contents cover wind loads, seismic design, steel buildings, concrete buildings, composite buildings, seismic rehabilitation of existing buildings, gravity systems and more. ACI 318-02, AISC 341-02, ASCE 7-02, 2003 IBC and 1997 UBC are referenced. Approximately 904 pages, hardbound