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When Disaster Strikes Institute
2024-05-03 09:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | Barkley Consulting Engineers, Inc., 2840 Remington Green Cir, Lower Level Ste E,, Tallahassee, Florida, 32308, United States
The International Code Council’s When Disaster Strikes (WDS) Institute is here to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively assess and respond to disaster situations. The upcoming training session will provide hands-on instruction, activities, case studies and interactive simulations that will guide you through various disaster scenarios, encourage discussion and describe how paperwork should be completed.
Learn more here.
For registration details, contact Kim Holloway, FSEA coordinator, at (850) 907-7678.
Continuing Education Credits: 7 PDHs
Cost: $104 – $235, per person (cost is dependent on resources and exam)
9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. EST

2021 IBC Essentials (Online Live)
2024-05-07 09:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
This class focuses on the basic concepts of the 2021 International Building Code® (IBC®). These concepts provide a basis for the correct utilization of the code. A clear understanding of the identified requirements allows the code user to apply the IBC in specific situations and helps to build an understanding of the intent of the code when asked to make a judgment on code compliance. This class will also help the code user to correctly locate code requirements. It will also provide a basis for the correct use and application of the code as well as to begin to develop a procedure for applying them. It will address the organization of the code and how it relates to the IBC family of International Codes (I-Codes).
The following publication is included with this course:

2021 International Building Code® Essentials (IBC®)

Price: $198.00
Member Price: $165.00
9:00 a.m. CT

Rigid Diaphragm Analysis with Hand Calculations
2024-05-08 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
This webinar will give explanation of the rigid diaphragm method with an example. It will also show how to calculate rigidity and the center of rigidity. This webinar will discuss the infinitely rigid assumption and the use of semi-rigid diaphragms. Are these two actually any different in the “real” world.
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11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PT

2021 Commercial Building Inspector B2 Certification Test Academy (Online Live)
2024-05-13 09:00 - 2024-05-15 17:00 (America/Chicago)
The commercial building inspector test academy is designed to assist you with taking the B2 Certification Exam. The test academy will cover in detail the topics of the exam. Throughout the academy you will be given an opportunity to answer questions that reference the exam resources. The topics that will be covered: general administration; building planning; footings and foundation; floor construction; wall construction and coverings; roof/ceiling construction and public safety and special construction of the commercial building inspector certification exam. An exam voucher will be issued upon completion of the Academy.
The exam is open book and candidates may use references during the exam. It is mandatory that each participant have the referenced noted as Required for the training:

Included – B2 Certification Test Academy Booklet
Required – 2021 International Building Code® (IBC®):
Required – ACI 318-19: Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete and Commentary or Concrete Manual: Based on the 2015 IBC and ACI 318-19

Classes will be held on Monday through Wednesday:

Monday – Required login to online classroom meeting.
Tuesday – Required login to online classroom meeting.
Wednesday – Required login to online classroom meeting and Vouchers for the exams will be issued and are valid for 1 year.

Price: $1,195.00
Member Price: $995.00
9:00a.m. CT

Part 1 – Fundamentals of Retaining Wall Structural Design
2024-05-14 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Part 1 will cover structural design fundamentals for a variety of retaining wall types. It will address fill walls, such as cast-in-place concrete cantilevered walls and mechanically stabilized earth walls; and cut walls, such as soldier pile walls and soil nail walls. It will address both IBC and AASHTO design methodologies, and will cover the basics of wall seismic design. It will also present guidelines for selecting the optimal retaining wall type from the available systems.
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11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PT

Part 2 – Fundamentals of Retaining Wall Structural Design
2024-05-16 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Part 2 will focus on cast-in-place concrete cantilevered wall design, and will go into greater detail than Part 1. It will go through examples of design calculations, step-by-step, for both IBC and AASHTO methodologies. The examples will discuss the different assumptions and design criteria that can be used in retaining wall design, and how those different assumptions and criteria can impact the final design. It will also address design elements such as fall protection, vehicle barriers, soil backfill specifications and wall drainage.
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11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. PT

Design for Fire Resistance Using the International Building Code
2024-05-22 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
The presentation will cover the basics for determining minimum fire resistances for buildings using the 2021 International Building Code. Course material presented includes determining what minimum fire resistances are required for structural elements based on occupancy and type of construction, and code recognized methods to document compliance. The learning objectives are:
Participants will learn how to determine the minimum required fire resistances for a building based on occupancy and use of different materials used to construct the building.
Participants will receive instruction on the fire resistance requirements for key building elements including the structural frame, floors, roofs and exterior walls.
Participants will gain a working knowledge of the various methods recognized Chapter 7 of the IBC for meeting the required fire resistances of the building elements.
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11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. PT

BMC Governing Committee meeting
2024-05-23 15:30 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
The ICC BMC Governing Committee will meet on this day and time.
Click here to view the agenda.
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Performance-Based Earthquake Engineering
2024-05-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Performance-based earthquake engineering (PBEE) in United States has had humble beginnings but has made huge strides over the past couple of decades. A majority of tall buildings in western United States are currently being designed using PBEE principles rather than prescriptive code procedures. Successful further development of PBEE requires close collaboration between researchers and practicing engineers. Currently PBEE is undergoing a very important transition from its first generation of methodologies to a new and fully probabilistic approach. For such a transition to be successful a number of research needs and practical requirements must be addressed in a timely and cooperative manner. These needs vary from meaningful definition of desired performance objectives, consequences of not meeting these objectives, dependable characterization of system and component level fragility specifications, meaningful representation of earthquake ground motions, improved understanding of the performance of structure and its contents, soil-foundation-structure interaction, and bridging the gap between and advancing both experimental research and our analytical capabilities. This presentation will briefly discuss these issues and provide examples of problems and solutions that the speaker has encountered in dealing with these needs. The provisions of the newly released LATBSDC Guidelines (scheduled for release on May 15, 2020) will be also discussed.
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11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. PT

Membership Council Steering Committee meeting
2024-05-28 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
The ICC Membership Council Steering Committee will meet on this day/time/
Click here to view the May 28, 2024 meeting agenda
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What Can Structural Engineers Do to Address the Problem of Floor Vibrations?
2024-06-05 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Floor vibrations are becoming an increasingly important design challenge as more buildings are constructed (or remodeled) to contain vibration-sensitive occupancies. Some examples are fitness gyms, dance floors, biotech research facilities, micro- and nano-scale manufacturing facilities, medical occupancies (such as MRI, CAT scan, and micro-surgery suites), and data centers. In addition, building owners and tenants have developed a heightened awareness of, and lower tolerance for, floor vibrations that can be felt by humans. Thus, as structural engineers, we are now frequently called upon to design, or renovate, buildings to meet specific floor vibration criteria. This presentation provides an overview of what is common practice for limiting floor vibrations. The following topics will be addressed during the web seminar:
Code Requirements: Does 2015 IBC Section 1604.3 help with floor vibrations?
Who uses ASCE 7-10 Appendix C (Serviceability Considerations)?
Structural vibration criteria
Equipment and methods used to make field measurements of structural vibrations, particularly floor vibrations
General approaches for vibration design (or evaluation) of floor systems, including practical limitations of some existing analytical methods
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11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Understanding the Principles and Procedures Behind ASCE 41
2024-06-11 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
The Standard for seismic retrofit and evaluation of existing buildings, ASCE/SEI 41, is required for the evaluation of all federal buildings as well as seismically vulnerable buildings targeted by some recently passed California ordinances. Although the Standard appears foreign to some design professionals used to the prescriptive force-based procedures developed for new building design, ASCE 41 provides clarification for many questions a design professional is confronted with in evaluating existing non-ductile buildings. This presentation highlights important issues with existing building evaluation not appropriately addressed by new building code. It then steps through the principles of using the ASCE 41 procedures and provides context for the various analysis sections.
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. PT
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A Structural Engineer's Primer for Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis
2024-06-13 12:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago)
Probabilistic seismic hazard analysis (PSHA) is the conceptual framework upon which ground motion intensity (i.e., spectral acceleration) is estimated for use in design throughout the United States. It is also used in site specific determination of ground motion for special projects or projects with poor site conditions. Determination of ground motion parameters is the realm of geotechnical engineers, however, structural engineers should have a working understanding of the underpinnings of PSHA to properly interpret both the design ground motion parameters and their structural analysis results. This seminar will provide a background in PSHA designed for structural engineers to develop an understanding of where critical design ground parameters are derived from.
12:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. PT
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Welding in Reinforced Concrete Construction
2024-06-19 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Chicago)
While much less common than in structural steel, welding has many applications for steel reinforcement in cast-in-place and precast concrete construction. This webinar will cover welding of steel reinforcement in new and existing concrete construction, provide background on welding process requirements and the development of a PQR (Procedure Qualification Record) and WPS (Welding Procedure Specification), discuss design related requirements in ACI 318 and AWS D1.4, and address construction and special inspection requirements of the IBC.
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PT
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PART 1 – Design and Detailing Reinforced Concrete Diaphragms
2024-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Part 1 in this webinar series presents methods on how to determine the required thickness of a diaphragm based on serviceability and strength (in-plane and out-of-plane) requirements. Also presented are step-by-step procedures on how to determine in-plane diaphragm forces due to wind, general structural integrity, seismic, soil, transfer, anchorage, and connection forces based on the requirements of ASCE/SEI 7-22. Methods on how to determine collector design forces for buildings assigned to SDC C through F are also provided.
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT
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PART 2 – Design and Detailing Reinforced Concrete Diaphragms
2024-06-27 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Multi Part Series on Design and Detailing Reinforced Concrete Diaphragms
11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. PT
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PART 3 - Design and Detailing Reinforced Concrete Diaphragms
2024-07-02 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Part 3 in this webinar series presents comprehensive information on how to determine and detail the required reinforcement for diaphragms and collectors in accordance with ACI 318-19 and ASCE/SEI 7-22 for buildings assigned to SDC A through F. Step-by-step methods are provided on the following types of reinforcement for two common types of construction: (1) chord reinforcement, (2) diaphragm shear reinforcement, (3) shear transfer reinforcement between the diaphragm and the vertical elements of the LFRS, (4) shear transfer reinforcement between the diaphragm and collectors, (5) anchorage reinforcement, and (6) collector reinforcement. Guidelines and recommendations for economical detailing are provided along with a comprehensive summary of design and detailing requirements.
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11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. PST

PART 4 - Design and Detailing Reinforced Concrete Diaphragms
2024-07-09 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Part 4 in this webinar series presents comprehensive worked-out examples that illustrate the proper application of code requirements for diaphragms in buildings assigned to SDC B through F. Included are many practical design aids and guidelines that make the design and detailing process simpler and faster.
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11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. PST

Elongation Record Review
2024-07-11 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Several post-tension suppliers have provided examples of how engineers are incorrectly understanding using elongation records. The lack of understanding is creating delays at the job site, increased potential for corrosion and underestimating the strand force. Webinar will discuss, the stressing process, measuring, what do the measured elongations actually represent and the reason we have a 7% code tolerance.
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11:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. PST

TMS 402-2022 Masonry Code: Changes and How They Can Help You Today
2024-07-23 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
The masonry design standards, TMS 402/602 Building Code Requirements and Specification for Masonry Structures were updated in 2022 following a 6-year revision cycle. Learn the major changes in these standards which include a complete rewriting of the veneer provisions, the introduction of compression-controlled sections in strength design, anchor bolt recalibration to be based on the ultimate strength of steel, and the addition of an appendix on masonry reinforced with GFRP (Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer) bars. These changes and many more will be discussed, and the impact of the changes on typical designs will be reviewed.
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11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. PST

Seismic Design of Special Concentrically Braced Frames
2024-07-31 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
The design of ductile concentrically braced frames has evolved considerably over the past few revisions of AISC 341. This seminar will present fundamentals on the seismic behavior of concentrically braced frames and the current AISC 341-16 provisions for Special Concentrically Braced Frames that are intended to achieve ductile seismic response. Specific points of emphasis will include the application of capacity-based design principles, braced frame member design, and braced connection behavior and detailing for ductility. An overview of a design example will also be provided.
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11:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. PST

Use of Grade 80 and Grade 100 Reinforcing Bars in ACI 318-19
2024-08-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
Recent advances, including substantial new research, have enabled reinforcing steels of higher strengths to be a viable option in a variety of applications in reinforced concrete structures. This webinar presents information related to the use of Grade 80 and Grade 100 steel reinforcement in the 2019 edition of ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete. Numerous revisions have been made in ACI 318-19 to incorporate the use of high-strength reinforcement, and this webinar covers new and updated requirements for the following:

Types of nonprestressed reinforcing bars
Development and splice lengths
Structural members, including two-way slabs, beams, columns, walls, diaphragms, and foundations
Limits on concrete compressive strength
Strength reduction factors

Benefits related to the use of Grade 80 and Grade 100 reinforcing bars are also included.
Industry professionals should find the information in this webinar useful when designing, detailing, and specifying Grade 80 and Grade 100 reinforcing bars in building projects.
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11:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. PT

Performance Based Wind Design - Introduction to ASCE/SEI Prestandard
2024-08-14 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Performance-based design for seismic engineering has been used for buildings in the United States and internationally for many years. Performance-based wind design (PBWD) is a natural extension of the overall PBSD framework.
ASCE/SEI “Prestandard for Performance-Based Wind Design” is published by ASCE/SEI to advance the state-of-art performance-based wind design. PBWD can be used for designing Main Wind Force Resisting System (MWFRS) of the building and/or the envelope of building. Three methods are proposed in ASCE/SEI Prestandard for designing MWFRS using performance-based design approach. The presentation focuses on Method 1.
The potential benefits to PBWD include a more efficient and effective structural design by allowing modest levels of nonlinearity.
The learning objectives are:

Participants will learn how to meet (a) Occupant comfort performance objective (b) Operational performance objective and (c) Continuous occupancy/limited interruption performance objective.
Participants will learn how to implement Method 1 to evaluate continuous occupancy/limited interruption performance objective.
Participants will learn a path to implement PBWD on their projects using IBC provision 104.11 and understand requirements for peer review.

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11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M. PT

Hand Calculations of a Two Way Post-Tensioned Slab
2024-08-20 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
This web seminar will provide step-by-step hand calculations for the design of a typical two-way flat slab that is commonly used for a multitude of building applications ranging from parking, hotel, office, and podium type structures. The topics of slab thickness, equivalent loads, flexural stresses, flexural strength, minimum code requirements and punching shear will be addressed. Specific code sections will be discussed in conjunction with construction photographs to highlight the design concepts.
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11:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. PT

A Structural Engineer`s Primer for Probabilistic Seismic Hazard Analysis
2024-08-22 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Probabilistic seismic hazard analysis (PSHA) is the conceptual framework upon which ground motion intensity (i.e., spectral acceleration) is estimated for use in design throughout the United States. It is also used in site specific determination of ground motion for special projects or projects with poor site conditions. Determination of ground motion parameters is the realm of geotechnical engineers, however, structural engineers should have a working understanding of the underpinnings of PSHA to properly interpret both the design ground motion parameters and their structural analysis results. This seminar will provide a background in PSHA designed for structural engineers to develop an understanding of where critical design ground parameters are derived from.
Register here.
11:00 A.M. – 1:30 P.M. PT

How to Get Ahead of Code Enforcement Changes and Resident Requests (Learn Live)
2024-08-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
In the ever-evolving world of code enforcement, staying on top of constant regulatory changes and managing a flood of resident requests can feel like a never-ending battle. Itï¿½s time to take control and we`ve got your back. Join us for an insightful session where weï¿½ll dive into practical strategies and innovative solutions to help you modernize your processes and regain control.
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12:00 P.M. – 1:00 P.M. CST

PART 1 - Seismic Design Provisions of ASCE 7-22
2024-08-28 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Part 1: Chapter 11: Seismic Design Criteria
ASCE 7-22 is adopted by the 2024 IBC, which will be published later this year. The changes from ASCE 7-16 to ASCE 7-22 are so numerous and so substantive that learning about them needs to start now. The chapter on flood loads is the only chapter that has escaped any change. There are huge changes in snow load, ice load, and tsunami load provisions. There is a whole new chapter (32) on tornado loads. Risk Category III or IV structures located in the tornado-prone region shown in a figure are required to be designed and constructed to resist the greater of the tornado loads determined in accordance with Chapter 32 or the wind loads determined in accordance with Chapters 26 through 31. The changes in Chapters 11-23 on earthquake loads and Chapters 26-31 on wind loads are many and many of the seismic changes mark significant departures from past practice. ASCE 7-22 load combinations and importance factors are also quite different because of changes in the loads chapters.
This four-part webinar focuses on the seismic design provisions (Chapters 11 through 23) of ASCE 7-22 and will introduce the major changes to attendees, will explain the changes and discuss their impact.
Part 1: Chapter 11: Seismic Design Criteria
Part 2: Chapter 12: Seismic Design Buildings
Part 3: Chapter 13: Seismic Design of Nonstructural Components
Part 4: Chapter 14 – 15: Seismic Design of Nonbuilding Structures and Material Specific Requirements
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11:00 A.M. – 1:00 P.M.

PART 2 - Seismic Design Provisions of ASCE 7-22
2024-09-05 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Part 2: Chapter 12: Seismic Design Buildings
ASCE 7-22 is adopted by the 2024 IBC, which will be published later this year. The changes from ASCE 7-16 to ASCE 7-22 are so numerous and so substantive that learning about them needs to start now. The chapter on flood loads is the only chapter that has escaped any change. There are huge changes in snow load, ice load, and tsunami load provisions. There is a whole new chapter (32) on tornado loads. Risk Category III or IV structures located in the tornado-prone region shown in a figure are required to be designed and constructed to resist the greater of the tornado loads determined in accordance with Chapter 32 or the wind loads determined in accordance with Chapters 26 through 31. The changes in Chapters 11-23 on earthquake loads and Chapters 26-31 on wind loads are many and many of the seismic changes mark significant departures from past practice. ASCE 7-22 load combinations and importance factors are also quite different because of changes in the loads chapters.
Register here.
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM PT

PART 3 - Seismic Design Provisions of ASCE 7-22
2024-09-10 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Part 3: Chapter 13 – Seismic Design of Nonstructural Components
ASCE 7-22 is adopted by the 2024 IBC, which will be published later this year. The changes from ASCE 7-16 to ASCE 7-22 are so numerous and so substantive that learning about them needs to start now. The chapter on flood loads is the only chapter that has escaped any change. There are huge changes in snow load, ice load, and tsunami load provisions. There is a whole new chapter (32) on tornado loads. Risk Category III or IV structures located in the tornado-prone region shown in a figure are required to be designed and constructed to resist the greater of the tornado loads determined in accordance with Chapter 32 or the wind loads determined in accordance with Chapters 26 through 31. The changes in Chapters 11-23 on earthquake loads and Chapters 26-31 on wind loads are many and many of the seismic changes mark significant departures from past practice. ASCE 7-22 load combinations and importance factors are also quite different because of changes in the loads chapters.
Register here.
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM PT

PART 4 - Seismic Design Provisions of ASCE 7-22
2024-09-12 11:00 - 13:30 (America/Chicago)
Part 4: Chapter 14 – 15: Seismic Design of Nonbuilding Structures and Material Specific Requirements
ASCE 7-22 is adopted by the 2024 IBC, which will be published later this year. The changes from ASCE 7-16 to ASCE 7-22 are so numerous and so substantive that learning about them needs to start now. The chapter on flood loads is the only chapter that has escaped any change. There are huge changes in snow load, ice load, and tsunami load provisions. There is a whole new chapter (32) on tornado loads. Risk Category III or IV structures located in the tornado-prone region shown in a figure are required to be designed and constructed to resist the greater of the tornado loads determined in accordance with Chapter 32 or the wind loads determined in accordance with Chapters 26 through 31. The changes in Chapters 11-23 on earthquake loads and Chapters 26-31 on wind loads are many and many of the seismic changes mark significant departures from past practice. ASCE 7-22 load combinations and importance factors are also quite different because of changes in the loads chapters.
Register here.
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM PT
