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INSTRUCTOR:  Dave K. Adams, P.E., S.E., M.ASCE

Purpose and Background

This seminar will provide tools for a practicing engineer to calculate lateral forces and recognize code requirements for nonbuilding structures, using the requirements of ASCE/SEI 7-16 as a base document. Participants will learn to recognize and categorize the lateral force resisting system for nonbuilding structures, and learn how to apply current code principles to existing nonbuilding structures for load ratings or other changes. Practical examples will be used throughout the seminar to illustrate discussed principles.

Seminar Benefits and Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, you will be able to:

• Utilize ASCE 7-16 for nonbuilding structures subjected to pertinent load cases
• Coordinate requirements of ASCE 7-16 with those of the 2015 International Building Code and material standards, such as ACI 318-14 (concrete), AISC 360-10 (steel), and others
• Recognize nonbuilding structures not specifically addressed in ASCE 7-16
• Assess the need to justify alternative design solutions for nonbuilding structural systems

Assessment of Learning Outcomes

Achievement of the learning outcomes by attendees will be assessed through seminar valuations, periodic material summaries,?and an end of seminar review questionnaire. A short post-assessment (true-false, multiple choice and fill in the blank questions) will also be administered.

Who Should Attend

Structural engineers, industrial engineers, civil engineers, equipment manufacturers, facility managers, and building officials will benefit from this seminar.

Outline

Part 1

• General requirements and coordination of relevant codes
• Wind loading and design considerations
• Seismic loading and design considerations
• Nonbuilding structures similar to buildings
• Design examples

Part 2

• Nonbuilding structures not similar to buildings
• Nonstructural components (Chapter 13)
• Anchorage
• Existing nonbuilding structures
• Design examples

How to Earn your CEUs/PDHs and Receive Your Certificate of Completion

To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short on-line post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 1 year of purchasing the course.

How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?

1.0 CEU = 10 PDHs [Example: 0.1 CEU = 1 PDH]