This document provides an overview of earthquake resistant design philosophy and concepts in building codes. It discusses key topics such as:
- The goal of earthquake resistant rather than earthquake proof design, allowing some damage to occur and dissipate energy.
- Designing structures to resist minor, moderate, and major earthquakes without collapse through ductility and overstrength.
- Methods of seismic analysis including static coefficient and response spectrum approaches.
- Factors influencing earthquake forces such as seismic hazard, structural properties, and performance objectives.
- Detailing requirements for ductile moment frames and bracing systems.