Superstructure of a building consists of the walls and framing above the foundations. The structural elements which transmit the loads of the building to the foundation can consist of load bearing walls or framed construction with infill (non-load bearing) walls. Structural framework can be either of steel or reinforced cement concrete (R.C.C.) construction.
In this unit, we shall deal with walls, materials used for their construction and other relevant details. Details of R.C.C. and steel constructions are covered in Block I and II of Design Detailing course, respectively.
Objectives
After studying this unit, you should be able to
- differentiate between various types of walls,
- familiar yourself with the materials used in such a superstructure,
- explain various classifications and constructional details of brick, stone and block masonry, and
- describe various types and constructional features of partitions.
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