1997 UBC Earthquake Design
Sub-Module Objectives:
In this sub-module, we will learn how to estimate the effects of earthquakes on buildings using the static lateral force procedure of Chapter 16 of the 1997 UBC.
Sub-Module Directions:
Three consecutive class days will be devoted to this earthquake load module. To complete this sub-module, you will need to:
- Study the seven sets of on-line lecture notes.
- Complete the textbook reading assignment.
- Come to each class prepared to discuss the following material:
- Day 1: Introduction, modeling, base shear, and distribution.
- Day 2: Example 1
- Day 3: Wall forces and example 2.
- Day 4: Project and load combinations.
- Complete the various problem assignments and submit
for grading only those assignments designated as such:
- Base Shear.
- Analysis 1: Submit on day 4.
- Analysis 2.
- Complete the seismic load phase of your project and submit as directed in the project area of the class.
On-Line Lecture:
Reading Assignment:- Breyer, Chapter 2, Sections 2.12 - 2.15.
- Breyer, Chapter 3, Sections 3.3 - 3.5.
Problem Assignment:Complete the following problem sets using good problem solving format on standard engineering paper.
- Base Shear: Breyer, problem 2.22 a - e.
- Analysis 1: Breyer, problem 3.13 a - d.
- Analysis 2: Breyer, problem 3.14 a - d.
Design Project Assignment:Go to the Project area of this class and read the seismic load directions.
