Technical Assignment 1 is an existing conditions report of North Mountain IMS Medical Office Building. This report explores the basic structural concepts that led to the design of this complete precast concrete building. Framing plans and lateral load-resisting systems are analyzed to better understand the design concepts of the overall structure. Calculations of seismic and wind loading are also included.

Technical Assignment 2:

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Technical Assignment 2 is an exploration of different floor systems comparing structural, construction, and architectural issues. The floor systems explored are composite steel framing, hollow-core plank, open web steel joists and two-way concrete waffle slab.

Technical Assignment 3:

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Technical Assignment 3 focuses on the design and analysis of the lateral load resisting system. North Mountain uses a precast concrete shear wall system to resist the loads due to earthquakes. Following the PCI Design Handbook, hand calculations are provided to determine lateral load distribution.

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Note: While great efforts have been taken to provide accurate and complete information on the pages of CPEP, please be aware that the information contained herewith is considered a work-in-progress for this thesis project. Modifications and changes related to the original building designs and construction methodologies for this senior thesis project are solely the interpretation of Kate Feato. Changes and discrepancies in no way imply that the original design contained errors or was flawed. Differing assumptions, code references, requirements, and methodologies have been incorporated into this thesis project; therefore, investigation results may vary from the original design.