The proper seismic protection of structures is no longer just a matter of knowledge, but rather a question of the education of civil engineers and architects, and thus the implementation of existing knowledge into practice. Through a few targeted conceptual and structural measures, as well as problem-oriented calculations and assessments, the risk of damage can be drastically reduced and a high level of protection against collapse can be achieved. The book is tailored to the needs of practicing civil engineers; with its strong emphasis on earthquake-resistant design, it helps to avoid conceptual errors and deficiencies, as these cannot be compensated for by even the most sophisticated engineering calculations and assessments. The book also provides numerous insights into current research topics.