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Instructor:  Heather R. Anesta, P.E., SE, StS2, M.ASCE

Purpose and Background

This presentation delves into a qualitative approach to assessing building structural stability, emphasizing engineering judgment to bridge theoretical design with real-world conditions. Key topics include evaluating vertical and lateral load paths, recognizing potential failure mechanisms, and understanding service life through technical, functional, and economic lenses. The webinar provides practical methods for identifying damage, discontinuities, and areas requiring repair or reinforcement. Case studies and demolition videos illustrate structural behaviors, enabling participants to apply concepts in real scenarios. The session aims to equip engineers with tools to conduct comprehensive assessments, ensuring safety and informed decision-making while adhering to applicable codes and standards.

Learning Outcomes and Benefits

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

• Explain the function of a Building and its Components relative to its current condition
• Apply qualitative approach to assessing the condition of an existing building's vertical and lateral load path with or without structural as-builts
• Compare theoretical vs actual load application and load sharing of existing structural systems
• Estimate potential failure modes of a Building and its Components

Assessment of Learning Outcomes

Students' achievement of the learning outcomes will be assessed via a short post-assessment (true-false, multiple choice and fill in the blank questions).

Intended Audience

• Structural Engineers
• Designers
• Inspectors
• Managers
• Peer Reviewers
• Building Officials

Webinar Outline

• Introduction to Building Condition Assessment
• Discussion of Vertical & Lateral Load Path
• Discussion of Building Systems (Concrete, Steel, Wood, Masonry)
• Structural Plan & Site Review
• Qualitative Assessment of Building Mechanics
• Identification, Assessment, & Magnitude of Potential Failure Mechanisms
• Conceptual Case Studies of Multi-Story Buildings
• Q&A

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]