Ontario Building Code 1997 and Supplementary Guidelines
Illustrated Guide to the Ontario Building Code 1997
Building Structural Manual
This self-study manual has been developed to assist building practitioners review and become familiar with the particular portions of the OBC 1997 dealing with structural requirements. In conformance with the Building Structural Syllabus–2003 published by the Building and Development Branch of the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, this self-study course deals particularly with Parts 1, 2, 3, 4, 9 and 11 of the OBC 1997 and Supplementary Guidelines SG-4, SG-7 and SG-10.
This material will prepare the individual to write the qualification examination Building Structural–2003.
Under regulatory reforms, certain building practitioners are required to successfully complete an examination on their knowledge of the material in the Building Structural course by January 1, 2006. For more information on these requirements visit the ministry’s Web site at www.obc.mah.gov.on.ca.
Self-study course covers:
Scope and General Requirements
Structural Designs Using Part 4 of the OBC 1997
Dead Loads and Live Loads Due to Occupancy
Wind Loads
Earthquake Loads
Other Structural Loads and Special Structures
Foundations Designed Using Part 4
General Structural Requirements
Footings–Part 9 Buildings
Foundation Walls–Part 9 Buildings
Roof and Ceiling Construction–Part 9 Buildings
Wall Construction–Part 9 Buildings
Above-grade Masonry–Part 9 Buildings
Other Structural Components–Part 9 Buildings
Special Building Types–Part 9 Buildings
Renovations–OBC 1997 Part 11
Classroom-based courses are available through the ministry's authorized delivery agents.
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