Seismic Design of Buildings and Bridges: For Civil and Structural Engineers Book by Alan Williams

This book has been written to assist candidates preparing for seismic principles examinations. It is a comprehensive guide and reference for self study based on the 1997 edition of the Uniform Building Code. An introductory chapter describes the California Special Civil Engineer and Structural Engineer Exams and the NCEES Structural Examinations. Subsequent chapters cover general seismic principles, static and dynamic lateral force procedures for buildings, seismic design of steel, concrete, wood and masonry structures and seismic design of bridges. 30% Text 70% Problems and Solutions.