Inelastic SDOF: Response and DesignExplores the response and design of inelastic SDOF systems under seismic forces, including force capacity, displacement ductility, and shear strength estimation.
Seismic Engineering FundamentalsIntroduces seismic engineering fundamentals, covering failure modes, design, evaluation, and comparison of linear and nonlinear systems.
Plastic Hinge AnalysisExplores the plastic hinge method, moment-curvature analysis, and force-displacement response construction in structures.
Seismic Design GuidelinesExplores seismic design guidelines for buildings, emphasizing simplicity, regularity, and structural strength to ensure safety and robustness.
Response Spectrum MethodCovers the Response Spectrum Method and its combination rules, emphasizing effective modal mass and maximum absolute responses.
Seismic Design FundamentalsCovers seismic design fundamentals, including failure modes, capacity design, and displacement-based evaluation of structures.
Seismic Assessment: SIA 269/8Covers seismic assessment, retrofitting, compliance factors, and risk evaluation, with case studies and cost implications.
Seismic Capacity AssessmentExplores seismic capacity assessment, including the plastic hinge method, force-based design shortcomings, and retrofit strategies.
Capacity Design of RC WallsExplores the capacity design of reinforced concrete walls in seismic engineering, emphasizing flexural and shear design principles.