G141 REVIEW:  EARTHQUAKE ENGINEERING

Some important EQ engineering terms

• Static loads
• Superimposed loads
• Dynamic loads
• Building drift
• Unreinforced masonry
• Ductility
• Retrofitting

Risk factors

• Unreinforced Masonry
• Building Shape
• Open spaces
• Anchoring to foundation
• Changes in structural system
• Heavy roof materials
• Non-structural collapse