Date & Time:

Thursdays, October 28, November 4, 11, 18, and December 2, 9, 16
3:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Fee*:

$455, member
$655, non-member
* Additional book fee may apply

Description:

This course introduces issues relevant to the fundamentals of structures including static, strength, and stability of materials.

Objectives:

• Describe code requirements
• Explain structural design principles and terminology
• Identify structural design examples including:
  • Load determination Tributary area
  • Availability of materials
  • Moment diagrams
  • Concrete footing design
  • Design of joists, rafters, and beams
  • Steel
  • Sheer diagrams
  • Building stability
  • Concrete walls
  • Connections

NOTE: THIS COURSE INCLUDES UP TO THREE (3) FIELD TRIPS:

• Wood truss Shop 
• Steel Fabrication Shop 
• Concrete Testing facility

Instructors: 

Jonathan George, P.E. Structural Project Engineer at The HL Turner Group

William Hickey, Senior Vice President at The HL Turner Group Inc.