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

Purpose and Background

This two-day seminar will cover structural design and problem-solving considerations for a building that includes concrete, masonry, steel, and wood. Design codes will include the 2024 IBC, ASCE/SEI 7-22, ACI 318-19, AISC 360-22, AISC 341-22, TMS 402-22, TMS 602-22, NDS-2024, and SDPWS-2021. Some of the topics covered will include the calculation and distribution of lateral forces; consideration of problem solving techniques for different materials during the design phase; design of beams which also act as chords or drag struts; gravity-load design for girders, posts, and connections; design of diaphragms, shear walls, and frames; design of shallow-type foundations. To supplement understanding of the design process, the instructor will also discuss the intent behind code provisions and the process of selecting materials and systems for a project.

Benefits and Learning Outcomes

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

• Recognize the intent behind structural code provisions
• Understand how different codes work together to define building performance
• Combine different loads to design typical structural members
• Identify relevant code provisions for anchorage of different materials
• Utilize techniques to resolve problems that may affect the design process

Assessment of Learning Outcomes

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

Who Should Attend?

Structural engineers, civil engineers, engineering students, and building officials will benefit from this seminar.

Outline

Day 1

• Introduction, interpreting the code, loads and combinations
• Design of main girders, slabs, and main columns
• Determining and distributing wind loads
• Determining and distributing seismic loads

Day 1

• Wood shear walls and steel frames
• Masonry and concrete shear walls
• Horizontal diaphragms, chords, and collectors
• Consideration and resolution of problems during design

How to Earn your CEUs/PDHs

This course is worth 1.4 CEUs /14 PDHs. To receive your certificate of completion, you will need to complete a short post-test and receive a passing score of 70% or higher within 30 days of the course.

How do I convert CEUs to PDHs?

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