A.S.E.P.

Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines

What is ASEP?

• The premiere structural

engineering organization in
the Philippines affiliated with
PICE.
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• Has more than 600 members who are all

practicing civil engineering, specifically
in the structural field.

Members
Brief History of ASEP

1961 – ASEP was established with the goal to promote the

advancement of Filipino Civil Engineers in the field of
Structural Engineering.

2004 – Institution of Specialist Structural Engineers of the

Philippines (ISSEP) was formed by ASEP.
Purpose of ASEP

Mission Vision
ASEP is a nationally recognized association which exists to ASEP envisions itself to be a dynamic internationally
advance structural engineering practice, uphold high known structural engineering organization, equipped with
ethical values, and promote national and international resources and competent members, dedicated to the
professional collaborations with governments, industry, improvement of the quality of life.
and academe. It shall serve as a respected, authoritative,
and proactive voice in the development of codes and
standards and shall contribute to nation building by
advocating public safety and welfare and sustainability of
the build environment.
Objectives of ASEP

• Exists to advance the structural engineering

practice.
• A proactive voice in the development of
codes and standards
• Contributes to nation building by
advocating public safety and welfare and
sustainability of built structures.
For nearly 5 decades, ASEP has been the
developer and author, recognized by
DPWH, of the NSCP
National Structural Code of the
Philippines
Teodolfo D. Balanay III
ASEP & National Structural Code of the Philippines

• ASEP exist to advance the structural

engineering practices.

• NSCP is a book containing set of rules,

provisions, and standards for structural
designers that are use as a guide in designing,
detailing and construction of the structure.

• Provided by Association of Structural

Engineers of the Philippines (ASEP)
• The book first publication (1972)
National Structural Code for Buildings (NSCB)
1st Ed. (1972)

• Based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC 1970)

• Wind Pressures are provided in a Table

• Earthquake Force, V= Z*K*C*W

Where; Z = zone factor

K = structural system = R

C = seismic coefficient

W = weight of the building

National Structural Code for Buildings (NSCB)
2nd Ed. (1981)
• Based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC 1979)

• Earthquake Force, V= Z*I*K*C*S*W

Where; Z = zone factor I = importance factor

K = structural system = R C = seismic coefficient

S = soil factor W = weight of the building

• Wind zone map (ZI=200kph, ZII=175kph, ZIII=96kph)
• Introduction of Seismic Zone
• Adaptation of SI/Metric System
• Wood was still in Chapter 3
• USD for Concrete and ASD for Steel
National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP)
3rd Ed. (1987)
• Based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC 1985)

• Earthquake Force, V= Z*I*K*C*S*W

Where; Z = zone factor I = importance factor

K = ductility factor = R C = shape factor

S = soil factor W = weight of the building

• Introduction of Seismic zone 4
• Wind zone map (ZI=200kph, ZII=175kph, ZIII=125kph)
• USD for Concrete and ASD for Steel
National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP)
4th Ed. (1992)
• Based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC 1988)

• Base Shear, V= [(Z*I*C)/Rw]W

Where; Z = zone factor I = importance factor

Rw = system modification factor C = seismic coefficient

W = weight of the building

• Wind zone map (ZI=200kph, ZII=175kph, ZIII=150kph)
• USD for Concrete and ASD for Steel
National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP)
5th Ed. (2001)
• Based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC 1997)

• Inclusion of Active Fault Maps form PHIVOLCS

• Near source factor (Na, Nv) and Seismic source type

• Base Shear, V= [(Cv*I*W)/R*T]

Where; I = importance factor T = Period

Rw = system modification factor Cv = seismic coefficient

W = weight of the building

• Wind Load Provisions based on ASCE7-98 and EIA/TIA –22E
• Wind zone map (ZI=250kph, ZII=200kph, ZIII=150kph)
• USD for Concrete and ASD for Steel
National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP)
6th Ed. (2010)
• Based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC 1997)

• Inclusion of Active Fault Maps form PHIVOLCS

• Spectral Acceleration recognized as an alternative procedure (ASCE/SEI 7-05)

• Base Shear, same from 5th Ed.

• Wind Load Provisions based on ASCE7-05 and EIA/TIA –222-G

• Wind zone map (ZI=250kph, ZII=200kph, ZIII=150kph)
• USD for Concrete, ASD for Steel and Load Resistance Factor Design (LRFD)
for Steel
• Cold-formed steel is included in Chapter 5 – Structural Steel
National Structural Code of the Philippines (NSCP)
7th Ed. (2015)
• Based on the Uniform Building Code (UBC 1997)

• Updated Active Fault Maps presented by region (colored), included West

Bohol Fault

• Wind Load Provisions based on ASCE7-10

• Wind Hazard Maps (Colored)

 NSCP 2010 - NSCP 2015

LOAD COMBINATIONS FOR RC DESIGN

NSCP 2010 - NSCP 2015

NEAR SOURCE FACTOR

Contents of NSCP 2015
CHAPTER 1 – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
CHAPTER 2 – MINIMUM DESIGN LOADS
CHAPTER 3 – EARTHWORKS AND FOUNDATION
CHAPTER 4 – STRUCTURAL CONCRETE
CHAPTER 5 – STRUCTURAL STEEL
CHAPTER 6 – WOOD
CHAPTER 7 - MASONRY
Present Programs of ASEP
 Present Programs of ASEP

National Structural Code of the

Philippines, 8th Ed.
Target Date (2022)

New Features

1. Migration to ASCE7-10 provision for Earthquake, using the

spectral maps of the Philippines Model by PHIVOLCS

2. Adaptation of the NSCP to the Latest referenced

international codes like ACI 318-19
 Present Programs of ASEP

Development with PHIVOLCS on the

Philippine Spectral Acceleration Map
(March 23, 2021)
 Present Programs of ASEP

Development of Design Manuals Disaster Mitigation Preparedness and

Response (DMPR)
RCD -101 – Reinforced Concrete Design Manual Volunteerism in providing inspectors after an earthquake or
other natural disasters
SDT -101 – Structural Detailing Manual for RC and Steel

SDM -101 – Seismic Design Manual

 Present Programs of ASEP

Membership in various committees Research and Development

1. Materials i.e. rebars, bamboo

2. Instrumentation
 Why do we need to update NSCP?

• Since 1972, our country have experience numerous natural disasters

• Keeping the NSCP updated with new finding borne out to research
and experiences from previous disasters.
Benefits of Joining ASEP
Benefits of Joining ASEP

Members can interact and share

their knowledge on current issues
and trend with leading structural
engineers in the Philippines.
Benefits of Joining ASEP

Members can access to different

books, codes, and other engineering
publications available at ASEP
Library
Benefits of Joining ASEP

Members can serve the country and

the community in general, by
participating in the National
Emergency Response Action
Program (NERAP) Activities
Benefits of Joining ASEP

Members can develop their

leadership potentials by actively
participating in ASEP activities and
by enlisting as a member or officer
of the various committees.
Benefits of Joining ASEP

To be part of prestigious Association

of Structural Engineers of the
Philippines
 Membership of ASEP
 Affiliate Member

• Must be a graduate Civil Engineer with at least five (5) years relevant structural
design experience but has not passed the Philippine Board Examination for Civil
Engineers.

 Associate Member

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant continuous experience in structural design

of significant structures such as low- and medium-rise buildings prior to
application.

 Regular Member

• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant continuous experience in structural design

of significant structures such as MRB, HRB, towers and other vertical structures,
bridges, or special civil engineering structures prior to application and must have
a total of five (5) continuous years relevant structural design experience of the
same.
 Code of Ethics
It shall be considered unprofessional and inconsistent with honorable and
dignified bearing for any members of the Association of Structural Engineers
of the Philippines:  To review the work of another engineer for same client, except with the
knowledge of engineer, unless such engineer’s engagement on the work
 To act for his client or for his employer otherwise than as a faithful agent or which is subject to review has been terminated.
trustee.
 To advertise engineering services in self-laudatory language, or in any other
 To accept remuneration for services rendered other than from his client or manner derogatory to the dignity of the profession.
his employer.
 To use the advantages of the salaried position to complete unfairly with
 To invite or submit priced proposals under conditions that constitute price other engineers.
competition for professional services.
 To exert undue influence or to other, solicit or accept compensation for the
 To attempt to supplant another engineer in a particular engagement after purpose of affecting negotiations for an engineering engagement.
definite steps have been taken towards his employment.
 To act in any manner derogatory to the honor, integrity or dignity of the
 To attempt to injure, falsely or maliciously, the professional reputation, engineering profession.
business, or employment position of another engineer.
What is ISSEP? And what is the connection to ASEP?

• ISSEP was primarily formed to address the need to gather under one organization all
the PICE-recognized Specialist Structural Engineers.  Divided, the STEs (PICE-
recognized Specialists) will find difficulty in pursuing initiatives that would elevate
and strengthen their practice.  United under one organization, this will be easier and
more organized. 
What is ISSEP? And what is the connection to ASEP?

• The Institution of Specialist Structural Engineers of The Philippines, Inc. (ISSEP) is

the Specialist Organization of Structural Engineers in the Philippines.  As a
minimum requirement, all members are recognized Structural Specialists of the
Philippine Institute of Civil Engineers (PICE). 

• ISSEP recognizes that the Association of Structural Engineers of the Philippines,

Inc. (ASEP) is the Specialty Organization of all structural engineers and serves as its
Mother Organization because ASEP covers all membership grades, from young
structural engineers to more experienced engineers. 
ASEP Conventions and Seminars
REFERENCE
• https://pdfcoffee.com/background-of-the-updates-on-the-new-national-structral-code-of-the-philip
pines-2015-pdf-free.html
• https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuBAG8aaWfA
• https://aseponline.org/membership/#
• https://aseponline.org/about-us/