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Michael Wiegmann - Structural

Temple University Multipurpose Health Science Center
- Philadelphia Pennsylvania -

Technical Assignments


Technical Assignment 1

Technical Assignment 1 investigates the existing structural system of the building. It includes a description of the existing system, various load analyses, and spot checks of the lateral and gravity systems.

Technical Assignment 2

Technical Assignment 2 uses the information from Tech 1 and builds on it by exploring alternative floor systems for the building. Four alternative systems are designed, and a comparison of the system is made using cost and scheduling analysis, among other items.

Technical Assignment 3

Technical Assignment builds on the previous assignments by performing a detailed analysis of the building's lateral system. Computer modeling is accompanied by manual calculations to determine load distribution, torsional effects, and check strength, overturning moments, and story drifts.

 
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