Description
This LibraryGuide lists technical and industry standards to which the Lehigh University Libraries provide access or that are freely available. If you need help accessing or locating standards, please contact your Engineering Librarian.
Sets of Standards
Full Sets Available Online via Lehigh Subscriptions
- ACI Standards This link opens in a new windowAccess to active, redlined and historical ACI (American Concrete Institute) standards. 3 concurrent user limit. Contact Phil Hewitt if using in a course.
- ASTM Compass This link opens in a new windowCurrent issues with off-campus access using EZ Proxy. ASTM produces engineering and technical standards; the database includes its standards, journals, and Special Technical Publications. Our subscription also includes ISO/IEC standards as adopted under the UNE designation. Through June 2024, access to all original, unadopted ISO standards is available. Thereafter, our access will be limited down to 50 original, unadopted ISO standards. Create an account to create favorites, track updates, and more.
- IEEE Xplore This link opens in a new windowElectrical, electronic, and computer engineering journals and conferences from the IEEE and IET; full text. Also includes IEEE standards.
- ISO, IEC and EN Standards (via ASTM Compass) This link opens in a new windowCurrent issues with off-campus access using EZ Proxy. More than 80,000 ISO, IEC and EN standards on the ASTM Compass platform. Although these are adopted by AENOR, the Spanish national standards body, under the UNE designation, the underlying standards are the official versions. Through June 2024, access to all original, unadopted ISO standards is available. Thereafter, our access will be limited down to 50 original, unadopted ISO standards. Create an account to create favorites, track updates, and more.
Sets - Freely Accessible (May Require Registration or Membership)
- AISC (American Institute of Steel Construction) StandardsComplimentary membership for students and educators includes access to current standards, namely: Specification for Structural Steel Buildings, Code of Standard Practice for Steel Buildings and Bridges, and Specification for Structural Joints Using High Strength Bolts.
- ASHRAE Read-only StandardsRead-only versions of some popular ASHRAE standards and standards referenced in codes.
- NFPA (National Fire Protection Assoc.) StandardsRegister for free access to NFPA codes, like NFPA 1 - Fire Code and NFPA 70 - National Electrical Code.
Individual Standards and Small Sets
Available Online via Lehigh Subscriptions
- AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, 8th editionThe 8th edition, available via the AASHTO site.
- AASHTO LRFD Bridge Design Specifications, All editions (TechStreet)Specifications produced using the Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) methodology "intended for the design, evaluation, and rehabilitation of both fixed and movable highway bridges." Includes current and historical versions.
- AASHTO LRFD Tunnel Design and Construction Guide SpecificationsAlso known as AASHTO LRFDTUN-1. Available on the TechStreet platform.
- ACI 318 - Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete & CommentaryActive and historical versions. 3-user limit.
- ACI 530 - Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures and Companion CommentariesA.k.a. ACI 530.1-13. Active and historical versions. 3-user limit.
- AISC 327-18A: Seismic Design Manual, 3rd EditionIncludes comprehensive design examples, methodologies and discussions.
- ASCE 7-22 - Minimum Design Loads and Associated Criteria for Buildings and Other StructuresProvides the most up-to-date and coordinated loading standard for general structural design.
- ASCE 7: Historical VersionsThis link resolves to a library catalog search for historical versions of ASCE 7, including multiple ASCE 7-16.
- AWC Wood Design PackageBrings together required elements for design of wood structures. Includes the NDS, NDS Supplement and SDPWS.
- IBC (International Building Code)Active and historical versions. Commonly, cities and states adapt a version of the IBC for their jurisdictions.
- ICC A117.1 - Accessible and usable buildings and facilitiesAccess to active and historical versions.
- ICC International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) 2021Access via TechStreet. Includes historical versions.
Potentially Available via External Request
- ANSI University Outreach Program (ISO, IEC)Through this program, students and faculty may request access to sets of ISO or IEC standards. Email training@ansi.org for more information.
