MIM 471E - Earthquake Resistant Building Design

Course Objectives

Selection of the most appropriate structural system and material for a given structure.

Course Description

Within the context of the course; earthquake engineering terminology and design earthquakes concepts are introduced. Earthquake resistant design philosophy is explained. Choice of forms and materials, effect of soil properties, reinforced concrete buildings, precast concrete buildings, steel buildings, masonry buildings, timber buildings, related codes and standards are investigated. Special topics in earthquake engineering are given.