Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE/SEI 7-16) – Provisions and Commentary 2-Book Set (ISBN 9780784414248)

Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE/SEI 7-16) is the authoritative standard that defines the structural loading requirements for building design in the United States and internationally. This official ASCE/SEI two-volume set includes both the Provisions and the Commentary, providing comprehensive guidance on wind, seismic, snow, rain, and other environmental load calculations essential to modern engineering design.

Product Details

• Title: Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE/SEI 7-16)
• Edition: ASCE/SEI 7-16
• Publisher: American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE)
• ISBN-13: 9780784414248
• Format: 2-Book Set (Provisions + Commentary)
• Pages: 1,400 +
• Price: $109.99
• Availability: In Stock | Free shipping on all orders

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Key Features of This Edition

• Comprehensive Coverage: Defines load combinations, environmental load effects, and design criteria for buildings and structures.
• Two-Volume Reference: Includes both the Provisions and Commentary volumes for complete interpretation.
• Updated Code Integration: Aligns with the International Building Code (IBC 2018 & 2021) and major U.S. design standards.
• Expanded Wind and Seismic Provisions: Revised maps, formulas, and data sets for regional load design.
• Authoritative Source: Published by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and Structural Engineering Institute (SEI).

Table of Contents Highlights

1. General Requirements for Structural Loads
2. Dead and Live Loads
3. Snow, Rain, and Ice Loads
4. Wind Loads and Design Procedures
5. Earthquake Loads and Seismic Design Criteria
6. Flood and Tsunami Load Provisions
7. Load Combinations and Structural Reliability
8. Commentary Volume: Background, Derivations, and Explanations

Who Should Buy This Book?

• Structural and civil engineers designing buildings and infrastructure.
• Architects and design professionals adhering to ASCE and IBC standards.
• Code officials, inspectors, and regulatory engineers.
• University professors and students studying structural design and load analysis.

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FAQs

Does this set include both Provisions and Commentary?

Yes — it’s a complete 2-volume set including both the official ASCE/SEI Provisions and Commentary.

Is this edition referenced in building codes?

Yes — ASCE 7-16 is referenced by the 2018 and 2021 International Building Codes (IBC) as the standard for structural load design.

Who publishes this standard?

The American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and the Structural Engineering Institute (SEI).

What is the difference between Provisions and Commentary?

The Provisions contain enforceable requirements; the Commentary explains the rationale and derivations behind each section.

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ASCE/SEI 7-16: Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other Structures is the global benchmark for structural design load standards. Order now from BooksGoat for just $109.99. Free shipping and quiz discount available.