Learning from Failures of Wood-Framed Structures (AWO022811)
CEU:0.2
On-Demand Webinar | Online
Group/Site (up to 30 engineers)
Member $249.00 | Non-Member $349.00
Member $249.00 | Non-Member $349.00
Product
On-Demand Webinar
Location
Online
Credit
CEU:0.2
Keyword(s)
Architectural, Structural
Description
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Instructor Information: Alexander Newman, P.E., F.ASCE
Course Length: 1.5 Hours
This webinar was co-sponsored by ASCE's Structural Engineering Institute and ASCE Continuing Education
Purpose and Background
Like other types of construction, wood-framed structures occasionally fail. The failures might manifest themselves as degradation, excessive deflections, or even a complete collapse of the structure. There are many possible causes of failure, ranging from overload to inadequate design and construction. The forensic engineers involved in the investigations of these failures could share many valuable lessons they have learned. These lessons have practical implications for the designers, contractors, and owners of wood-framed structures. This webinar provides an opportunity to explore these lessons. The data on building failures is difficult to find, which makes this presentation unique.
The discussion covers the main causes of failure in wood-framed structures and illustrates the process of failure investigation for various circumstances. The instructor guides the participants through several case studies and explains the significance of each finding. The main focus is on the failures of wood-framed buildings, but the lessons can be applied to other timber structures as well.
Learning Outcomes
- Learn about the main causes of failure in wood-framed structures
- Become familiar with the basic methods of forensic investigation of wood-framed buildings
Seminar Benefits
- Explore the typical causes of failure in wood structures
- Discover how a structure can collapse on a clear sunny day under its own weight after being in service for many years
- Work through a number of forensic case studies
- Find out why some wood structures are more vulnerable than others
- Examine a common situation where the perceived “failure” is actually rather harmless
Intended Audience
Structural and civil engineers, architects, and building officials seeking to learn from failures of wood-framed structures will benefit from this webinar.
Seminar Outline
Introduction
Main causes of failure in wood-framed structures
- Overload by gravity and lateral loads
- Optimistic prior design practices
- Questionable design and construction
- Deterioration, lack of maintenance, fire damage
- Improper alterations
The ‘failures’ that aren’t
Instructor Information: Alexander Newman, P.E., F.ASCE
Course Length: 1.5 Hours
This webinar was co-sponsored by ASCE's Structural Engineering Institute and ASCE Continuing Education
Purpose and Background
Like other types of construction, wood-framed structures occasionally fail. The failures might manifest themselves as degradation, excessive deflections, or even a complete collapse of the structure. There are many possible causes of failure, ranging from overload to inadequate design and construction. The forensic engineers involved in the investigations of these failures could share many valuable lessons they have learned. These lessons have practical implications for the designers, contractors, and owners of wood-framed structures. This webinar provides an opportunity to explore these lessons. The data on building failures is difficult to find, which makes this presentation unique.
The discussion covers the main causes of failure in wood-framed structures and illustrates the process of failure investigation for various circumstances. The instructor guides the participants through several case studies and explains the significance of each finding. The main focus is on the failures of wood-framed buildings, but the lessons can be applied to other timber structures as well.
Learning Outcomes
- Learn about the main causes of failure in wood-framed structures
- Become familiar with the basic methods of forensic investigation of wood-framed buildings
Seminar Benefits
- Explore the typical causes of failure in wood structures
- Discover how a structure can collapse on a clear sunny day under its own weight after being in service for many years
- Work through a number of forensic case studies
- Find out why some wood structures are more vulnerable than others
- Examine a common situation where the perceived “failure” is actually rather harmless
Intended Audience
Structural and civil engineers, architects, and building officials seeking to learn from failures of wood-framed structures will benefit from this webinar.
Seminar Outline
Introduction
Main causes of failure in wood-framed structures
- Overload by gravity and lateral loads
- Optimistic prior design practices
- Questionable design and construction
- Deterioration, lack of maintenance, fire damage
- Improper alterations
The ‘failures’ that aren’t