Seismic & Wind Requirements in the Code – What Do They Mean?

Building code provisions for seismic and wind design often include symbols, terminology, and equations that can be difficult to interpret without an engineering background. This presentation explains the meaning behind these requirements and demonstrates how they relate to the overall concepts of seismic and wind design in masonry structures, as well as other wall constructions. The goal of this seminar is to demystify these code provisions and provide code officials and other design and construction professionals with a clearer understanding of how to review and interpret construction documents.

Learning Objectives:

1. Interpret the key symbols, terminology, and equations used in building code provisions for seismic and wind design.
2. Explain the fundamental principles of seismic and wind load resistance as they apply to masonry and other wall construction systems.
3. Identify how seismic and wind design requirements are reflected in construction documents, including drawings, details, and specifications.
4. Apply a practical understanding of seismic and wind code provisions to more effectively review and evaluate construction documents for code compliance.