CivE 676
Behavior and Design of Masonry Structures
Description
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the analysis, behavior, and design of modern masonry structures. Students will explore the historical developments of masonry construction alongside the engineering properties of fundamental components, including masonry units, mortars, and grouts. The curriculum emphasizes the structural behavior, strength, and stability of unreinforced and reinforced masonry elements under various loading conditions, specifically focusing on axial compression, flexure (bending), and combined axial-flexural loads. Additionally, critical design considerations such as ductility, seismic detailing, and joint control will be addressed. Practical engineering applications are integrated throughout the course, featuring an in-depth discussion of current building code requirements and design standards.Learning Outcomes
- Describe the principles of mechanics, materials, and structural analysis behind the masonry code provisions.- Analyze reinforced and unreinforced masonry members under the framework of the Canadian concrete masonry standards.
- Design reinforced and unreinforced masonry members under the framework of the Canadian concrete masonry standards.
- Evaluate the seismic safety of masonry structures under earthquake loads.
| Lecture | Seminar | Lab | Credits | Total AU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0/1 | 0/1 | 3 | 37.8 |
| M % | NS % | CS % | ES % | ED % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
None defined
None defined
Undergraduate Program(s)
Sections & Respective Instructors
| A1 - 2026/2027 - Fall - Carlos Cruz Noguez |
| A1 - 2025/2026 - Fall - Clayton Pettit & Carlos Cruz Noguez |
| A1 - 2024/2025 - Winter - Mahmoud Elsayed |
| A1 - 2022/2023 - Winter - Amr Ba Rahim |
| A1 - 2020/2021 - Fall - Carlos Cruz Noguez |