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INSTRUCTOR: Alexander Newman, P.E., F.ASCE
Course Length: 12 hours
Purpose and Background
This online course covers the basics of design and construction of various masonry structures. Special emphasis is given to concrete masonry walls, the most common type of structural masonry used today. The selected masonry provisions of ACI 530/ASCE 5/TMS 402 Building Code Requirements for Masonry Structures and those of the International Building Code are examined and augmented with commentary and must-have practical suggestions. With the basics explained, the instructor illustrates and discusses the design details and construction techniques commonly used for load-bearing, shear-wall, and curtain-wall applications. This course will provide you with the broadest possible overview of practical challenges that commonly arise during masonry renovation projects Step-by- step design examples and reference materials are included.
Course Outline
- Masonry materials
- Mortar vs. grout
- Reinforced vs. un-reinforced masonry
- Reinforced masonry construction details
- CMU walls in steel-framed buildings
- Design of un-reinforced masonry
- Principles and practices of reinforced masonry design
- Design of Brick Veneer
- Design of steel lintels
- Masonry detail for lateral loads
- Wind and seismic retrofit of masonry
- Masonry renovation: Strengthening and repair
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).
How to Earn your 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.