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| Wind Tunnel Testing for Wind Loads on Structures - CD Seminar | |
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| Course Description |
| The wind load provisions of the IBC Building Code and ASCE 7 wind load standard permit wind tunnel testing to define wind loads on buildings and structures to replace those of the analytic provisions. Because a building code must cover a wide range of building shapes with limited analytical procedures, the wind loads determined for a specific structure are often less than code requirements. This webinar-on-CD presents the types of wind tunnel tests that are typically performed, the results to be expected, the typical benefits of the tests, guidance on when testing is beneficial, and an indication of approximate costs. This webinar-on-CD is based on ASCE publications “Minimum Design Loads on Buildings and Other Structures (ASCE 7)” and “Wind Tunnel Model Studies of Buildings and Structures (ASCE Manual of Practice Number 67)”. In addition, standard wind-tunnel practices not published in easily accessible documents are outlined. |
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| Webinar Benefits |
- Learn how to identify when a wind tunnel test will be beneficial
- Gain an understanding of how the wind affects buildings
- Enhance your knowledge of the types of tests available
- Learn how to analyze and use the information provided by a test
- Understand how buildings influence pedestrians
- Earn one Professional Development Hour (PDH)
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| Intended Audience |
| This webinar-on-CD will benefit structural engineers, architects, developers, owners, and building officials who are involved with new or redevelopment projects with a value of more than $10,000. This webinar-on-CD is designed for individuals with or without a detailed knowledge of structural engineering. |
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| Summary Outline |
- Windstorm types and their relative importance
- Characteristics of the Wind
- Tests for Cladding Pressure
- Tests for Frame Loads
- Aeroelastic Tests and when to use them
- Pedestrian Winds, Dispersion of Pollutants, and other tests
- Who performs tests and how much does it cost?
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| Comments on Webinar |
"It is a great format. It allows many of us to gather in the conference room during lunch hour to attend the seminar in a very efficient and limited timeframe. The hour length is fantastic. It fits into our brown bag lunch seminar plan."
"In an environment where time management is so crucial, it is wonderful to be able to attend a meaningful seminar with such little ancillary time commitments such as travel and coordination. My compliments. ASCE has found the perfect seminar format for today's busy professional." |
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Course Description
Develop your technical and management skills and earn PDHs/CEUs. By participating in ASCE Continuing Education, you can rest assured that the goals and objectives of your organization and staff will be met.
