INSTRUCTOR: Richard L Mikut Jr., P.E., M.ASCE

In this course we will be going over the fundamentals of rigging in the construction industry. Much of this information can carry over into the manufacturing and material handling industries as well. We will start with going over center of gravity, weights and reactions and then move on to individual components of rigging. We will walk through rigging safety and major laws that affect the industry. Then, after learning about the components, we will work through basic lifting lug design and spreader design. After that is completed, we will complete full rigging design on modules from the lug to the crane hook. After this course a person should be able to start with a piece to lift and be able to design a complete rigging system to safely and efficiently lift that piece.

This course is one of ASCE's new Guided Online Courses that are highly interactive, instructor-led programs in which learners move through a 12-week learning experience with their peers. The content includes video lectures, interactive exercises, case studies, and weekly discussion topics to help master the course material. Unlimited 24/7 accessibility to weekly modules.

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