2006 International Building Code (IBC) Structural Q&A: Application Guide

The 2006 International Building Code (IBC) Structural Q&A: Application Guide is an essential resource for anyone involved with the IBC structural provisions, including architects, inspectors, building officials, plans examiners, structural engineers, civil engineers, instructors and students.

This guide has been co-branded with NCSEA and answers the most frequently asked questions on the 2006 IBC structural code provisions. Many questions and answers are accompanied by illustrations, and are real, commonly asked questions by building officials and structural engineers. 186 pp.

The following seven structural chapters are covered in this application guide:

• Chapter 16 - Structural Design
• Chapter 17 - Structural Tests & Special Inspections
• Chapter 18 - Soils & Foundations
• Chapter 19 - Concrete
• Chapter 21 - Masonry
• Chapter 22 - Steel
• Chapter 23 - Wood
• Chapter 25 - Gypsum Board & Plaster