Allowable Stress Design of Masonry Series
This series introduces Allowable Stress Design (ASD) of Masonry, reviews code requirements, and examines designs of common masonry elements including, beams, walls, columns, and pilasters. Presenters discuss design methodology as well as design for flexure, axial loads, and in-plane loads. The series concludes with a review of requirements for reinforcement and connectors and detailing masonry effectively. The Allowable Stress Design of Masonry Series is an excellent way to learn allowable stress design procedures. Viewers should have a basic familiarity with masonry (consistent with content presented in the Masonry 101).
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Session 1 – Introduction to Allowable Stress Design of Masonry and Design Methodologies* Presented by W. Mark McGinley, Ph.D, PE, FASTM, FTMS, University of Louisville |
Session 2 – Design of Beams Presented by Scott W. Walkowicz, P.E., Walkowicz Consulting Engineers, LLC |
Session 3 – Design of Walls for Axial Load and Out-of-Plane Loads* Presented by W. Mark McGinley, Ph.D, PE, FASTM, FTMS, University of Louisville |
Session 4 – Wall Design for In-Plane Loads & Seismic Detailing Presented by Scott W. Walkowicz, P.E., Walkowicz Consulting Engineers, LLC |
Session 5 – Design of Columns and Pilasters & Out of Plane Load Distribution* Presented by W. Mark McGinley, Ph.D, PE, FASTM, FTMS, University of Louisville |
Session 6 – Reinforcement & Connectors Presented by Scott W. Walkowicz, P.E., Walkowicz Consulting Engineers, LLC |
Continuing Education Credit: 1 PDH / 0.10 CEU per session *Sessions 1, 3, and 5 also qualify for 1 AIA LU each |
Course Descriptions
Session 1 – Introduction to Allowable Stress Design of Masonry and Design Methodologies
This introductory course reviews basic allowable stress design concepts. Dr. McGinley presents key differences between allowable stress design and strength design procedures. This session also reviews masonry assemblies and systems, noting their purposes and resistance to primary loads. Attendees will learn about typical masonry building elements and their roles in the overall structural system including walls, beams, columns, and pilasters. Future sessions of the series discuss the design of these elements. Finally, this session reviews loads and load combinations from ASCE-7 & and the IBC.
Session 2 – Design of Beams
This course reviews allowable stress design of masonry beams and lintels and provides an examination of whether arching action can be used to reduce the loads on these elements. Deflection calculations are reviewed, along with code compliance requirements relating to reinforcement and grouting. This session also covers partial depth beams, deep beams, shear reinforcement, long-span beam criteria, torsion, and other requirements.
Session 3 – Design of Walls for Axial Load and Out-of-Plane Loads
Allowable stress design of masonry walls loaded with out-of-plane loads and axial loads are reviewed. Differences in the Allowable Stress design provisions and strength design procedures will be briefly discussed, especially the secondary bending moments.
Session 4 – Wall Design for In-Plane Loads & Seismic Detailing
Shear walls are critical building elements to resist in-plane loads and are, for masonry, the wind and seismic-force-resisting system. This session reviews Allowable Stress Design of shear walls along with both seismic detailing requirements and minimum/maximum detailing requirements for such walls. Design for in-plane shear, including shear friction, and in-plane flexure is explored and examples provided. The effect of openings are also be examined.
Session 5 – Design of Columns and Pilasters & Out of Plane Load Distribution
Masonry columns and pilasters are often used in masonry buildings to carry large concentrated loads and, for pilasters, to support exterior walls subjected to out-of-plane loads. Allowable stress design and detailing required for these elements will be reviewed. This session looks at several sample masonry buildings to illustrate system behavior and overall design methodology.
Session 6 – Reinforcement & Connectors
Reinforcement and connectors are essential to ensure a proper load path in masonry buildings. This session reviews basic detailing requirements for reinforcement and connectors and specific requirements for their design when using allowable stress procedures for masonry. Lap length requirements for reinforcement, use of hooks and confinement bars, and the design of anchor bolts are also be reviewed.