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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/
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ICC 605 Multi-Hazard Resiliency for Residential Construction (IS-MHRRC) Committee Meeting
2024-06-03 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
The purpose of this virtual meeting is for the IS-MHRRC committee to discuss the development of the new ICC 605 standard.
1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. CDT
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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.

Sustainability, Energy, & High Performing Buildings Code Action Committee Meeting
2024-06-05 14:00 - 15:00, 2024-08-07 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
2:00 pm- 3:00 pm EST
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Hydrogen Americas Summit
2024-06-11 - 2024-06-12 | Ronald Reagan International Trade Center, 1300 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington DC, DC, 20004, United States
Having established itself as the premier gathering for the global hydrogen community in the Americas region, the Hydrogen Americas 2024 Summit & Exhibition will return to Washington D.C. on 11 – 12 June 2024.
Clean hydrogen has emerged as a crucially important tool to aid the decarbonization of hard to abate sectors in order to achieve energy security targets and net zero. As part of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the 45V clean hydrogen production tax credit provides projects with a key financial incentive through CCUS.
Following the announcement of 45V alongside the 45Q tax credit, seen by some to be more practical due to there being no restrictive emissions requirements with calculations based entirely on carbon capture, questions remain over their applicability to certain projects based upon size and scale.
With a speaker line up packed with policy makers and key industry leaders from across the US and Americas, the Hydrogen Americas Summit provides the platform for these questions to be discussed at the highest level and for developers to understand the impact of these policies, making use of them in the most optimal way possible.
We have also extended our free-to-attend expo area to allow 4000 industry leaders from across the value chain to witness hydrogen in action, to participate in the popular H2-Tech Series and to meet 100+ hydrogen pioneers who will be showcasing their latest technologies, project developments and policies. Register your place today to connect with new business partners and exchange the latest insights to make your hydrogen project a reality.

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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ICCPC Meeting
2024-06-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2024-08-08 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the development of the new ICCPC standard.
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10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. CT

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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Coffee with the Sustainability Membership Council
2024-06-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-19 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago)
Join the Code Council’s Sustainability Membership Council for a casual coffee hour the third Friday of every month from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST.
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ICC 605 IS-MHRRC Committee Meeting
2024-06-24 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Multi-Hazard Resiliency for Residential Construction (IS-MHRRC) Committee
The purpose of this virtual meeting is for the IS-MHRRC committee to discuss the development of the
new ICC 605 standard.
1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. CDT
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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

Humanizing Architecture - A Journey to Build a Better Place for People
2024-07-11 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Glaucia Ito will present . Topics include:
– Communication aimed at helping people grasp the role of architecture in our well-
being.
– Emphasizing simplicity as crucial for architecture to have a more significant
presence in people’s lives.
– Exploring ways to understand humanization in architecture and how to simplify
each project.
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1:00 P.M. EST

SMC Governing Committee Meeting
2024-07-12 13:30 - 15:00, 2024-08-09 13:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
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2:30-4:00 p.m. ET
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Meeting number (access code): 926 835 496

ICC 605 IS-MHRRC Committee Meeting
2024-07-22 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago)
Multi-Hazard Resiliency for Residential Construction (IS-MHRRC) Committee
The purpose of this virtual meeting is for the IS-MHRRC committee to discuss the development of the new ICC 605 standard.
2:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. CDT
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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

ICC 605 IS-MHRRC Committee Meeting
2024-08-01 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Multi-Hazard Resiliency for Residential Construction (IS-MHRRC) Committee
The purpose of this virtual meeting is for the IS-MHRRC committee to discuss the development of the new ICC 605 standard.
1:00 P.M. – 3:00 P.M. CDT
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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

CCC Meeting
2024-08-07 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
The purpose of this meeting is to consider editorial and scoping issues related to submitted code change proposals.
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1:00 P.M. – 2:00 P.M. CDT

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
