The 3rd edition is updated by Alan Williams to the 2006 International Building Code, ASCE 7-05, ACI 318-05 and ACI 530-05. In each chapter, sections of the code are presented, analyzed and explained in a logical and simple manner and are followed by illustrative examples. Each concentrates on a specific section of the code and provides a clear and concise interpretation of the issue.

The text is organized into six chapters corresponding to the primary structural design sections of the code:

• Seismic design
• Design for wind loads
• Seismic design of steel structures
• Seismic design of concrete structures
• Seismic design of wood structures
• Seismic design masonry structures

This publication provides a comprehensive guide and desk reference for the application of the 2006 IBC and cites extensive reference publications that reflect current design practice (486 pages)