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7.77. Masonry, Adobe, and Timber (Mandatory)

7.77.1. Justification ↑ Back to top

Masonry, Adobe, and Timber covers the seismic-resistant design of low-rise buildings using the structural systems most widely used in Peruvian construction: structural masonry, adobe, and timber. Building on the seismic engineering fundamentals from Earthquake-Resistant Engineering, the course develops a design studio that applies material selection criteria, seismic code requirements, and structural detailing to complete building design projects in masonry, adobe, and timber.

7.77.2. Generales Goals ↑ Back to top

1. Formulate the design process for a low-rise building, integrating site conditions, material selection, and applicable Peruvian building codes.
2. Design structural and non-structural masonry walls for gravity and seismic loads.
3. Design adobe walls and specify seismic reinforcement techniques according to Standard E.080.
4. Design timber structural elements and connections for buildings and light structures.

7.77.3. Contribution to Outcomes ↑ Back to top

ABET-1) An ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics. (Usage)

ABET-2) An ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors. (Usage)

7.77.4. Content ↑ Back to top

7.77.4.1. Design Process for Low-Rise Buildings (12 hours) [Skills ABET-1,ABET-2] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Institute, 2021b; Servicio Nacional de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO) / Ministerio de Vivienda, 2018b)

Topics

1. Site and soil recognition, project requirements, and applicable regulatory framework (E.030, E.070, E.080, E.010)
2. Criteria for selecting a structural system among masonry, adobe, and timber based on site conditions, materials availability, and seismic hazard
3. Integration of the structural design with the architectural layout of a building project

Learning Outcomes

1. Describe the design process of a low-rise building, identifying site conditions and the applicable Peruvian regulatory framework [Familiarity]
2. Select an appropriate structural system for a building project based on site conditions, materials, and seismic hazard [Usage]
3. Formulate the scope and requirements of a building project that integrates masonry, adobe, or timber systems [Assessment]

7.77.4.2. Masonry Structural Design (22 hours) [Skills ABET-1,ABET-2] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Drysdale and Hamid, 2008; de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO), 2006b)

Topics

1. Masonry materials, units, and mortar properties
2. Unreinforced masonry wall design for compression and flexure
3. Reinforced masonry design and detailing
4. Seismic design of masonry and timber structures

Learning Outcomes

1. Identify masonry unit types and specify appropriate mortar for applications [Familiarity]
2. Design unreinforced masonry walls for gravity and lateral loads [Assessment]
3. Proportion reinforced masonry elements and specify reinforcement details [Usage]
4. Implement seismic design provisions for masonry and timber buildings [Usage]

7.77.4.3. Timber and Light-Gauge Steel Framing Design (33 hours) [Skills ABET-1,ABET-2] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Breyer et al., 2015; de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO), 2006a)

Topics

1. Timber properties, grading, and design values
2. Sawn lumber and glued-laminated timber design
3. Timber connections including nails, bolts, and metal connectors
4. Cold-formed steel members and sectional properties
5. Light-gauge steel framing systems and design
6. Engineered wood products including I-joists and structural composite lumber

Learning Outcomes

1. Select timber species and grades based on structural requirements [Familiarity]
2. Design timber beams, columns, and combined loading members [Assessment]
3. Specify timber connections and calculate their capacity [Usage]
4. Calculate effective section properties for cold-formed steel members [Assessment]
5. Design light-gauge steel wall studs and floor joists [Usage]
6. Apply engineered wood products in floor and roof systems [Assessment]

7.77.4.4. Adobe Structural Design (17 hours) [Skills ABET-1,ABET-2] ↑ Back to top

Bibliography: (Blondet et al., 2003; de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO), 2017)

Topics

1. Adobe as a structural material: mechanical properties and seismic behavior
2. Adobe wall design for gravity loads and verification of thickness and slenderness per Standard E.080
3. Seismic reinforcement techniques for adobe construction: meshes, geomeshes, and horizontal and vertical reinforcement

Learning Outcomes

1. Characterize the mechanical properties of adobe and its seismic behavior [Familiarity]
2. Design adobe walls according to the thickness, slenderness, and geometric requirements of Standard E.080 [Assessment]
3. Specify seismic reinforcement techniques for new and existing adobe buildings [Usage]

7.77.5. Bibliography ↑ Back to top

Institute, P. M. (2021b). A Guide to the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK Guide). Project Management Institute, 7th edition.

Servicio Nacional de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO) / Ministerio de Vivienda, C. y. S. d. P. (2018b). Norma técnica e.030: Diseño sismorresistente. Technical report, Reglamento Nacional de Edificaciones del Perú.

Drysdale, R. G. and Hamid, A. A. (2008). Masonry Structures: Behavior and Design. Masonry Society, 3rd edition.

de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO), S. N. (2006b). Norma técnica e.070: Albañilería. Technical report, Reglamento Nacional de Edificaciones del Perú.

Breyer, D. E., Cobeen, K. E., Fridley, D. G., and Pawlowski, K. J. (2015). Design of Wood Structures ASD/LRFD. McGraw-Hill, 8th edition.

de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO), S. N. (2006a). Norma técnica e.010: Madera. Technical report, Reglamento Nacional de Edificaciones del Perú.

Blondet, M., Garcia, G. V., and Brzev, S. (2003). Earthquake-resistant construction of adobe buildings: A tutorial. Technical report, EERI/IAEE World Housing Encyclopedia.

de Capacitación para la Industria de la Construcción (SENCICO), S. N. (2017). Norma técnica e.080: Diseño y construcción con tierra reforzada. Technical report, Reglamento Nacional de Edificaciones del Perú.