Engineered Lumber Design and Construction
Agenda
Registration: 8:00 – 8:30 am
Morning Session: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm
Lunch (On your own): 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Afternoon Session: 1:00 – 5:00 pm
Topic 1 – Introduction to Engineered Wood Products
Develop an understanding of engineered wood products terminology
Apply common EWP installation details
Recall proper installation methods when using engineered wood products
Topic 2 – Specification of Engineered Wood Products
Use manufacturer literature to properly specify engineered wood floor systems
– Size, Series and Spacing
Produce both code book details and manufacturer details
to provide clear direction for plan review and proper construction
Identify what quantifies poor specification, but more importantly identify
what constitutes proper specification
Topic 3 – Installation & Inspection of Engineered Wood Products
Use manufacturer literature to find recommendations and proper details to
be used in the installation and inspection of engineered wood floor and roof systems
Identify bad installation through inspection and how to remedy issues
Field photo review
Topic 4 – Load Development with Engineered Wood Products
Size and select I-Joists using manufacturer literature
Size and select beams and columns using manufacturer literature
Load development workshop using manufacturer literature to design an EWP floor system
Topic 5 – Fire Design with Engineered Wood Products
Summarize the differences between fire-resistive and fire-resistance-rated floor assemblies
Recall the facts about I-joist framed floors and their fire performance
as it relates to IRC codes
Identify equivalent methods to comply with code in
– Section R501.3 of the 2012 IRC
– Section R302.13 of the 2015/2018 IRC
– “The Membrane Requirement”
Topic 6 – Multifamily Construction with Engineered Wood Products
Identify the five types of construction per IBC code
Compare the three common methods of framing
Recall some of the typical detailing and details regarding this type of construction
Apply the tools and resources available to assist with multifamily structure design
Review & Evaluation
Credits
Professional Engineers
7.0 PDHs
Architects*
7.0 HSW Continuing Ed. Hours
(non-credit in California)
7.0 AIA LU|HSW
ICC
.7 CEUs (Building)
Contractors
Non-Credit Continuing Ed.
*does not qualify for California accessibility requirement
Continuing Education Credit Information
This seminar is open to the public and offers a professional enrichment opportunity to California architects and professional engineers. It will provide 7.0 PDHs to professional engineers and 7.0 HSW continuing education hours to architects licensed in all states with continuing education requirements. This seminar does not qualify for California’s continuing education requirement and is not required of California professional engineers.
The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved this course for 7.0 LU|HSW (Sponsor No. J885). Only full attendance is reportable to the AIA/CES. Visit www.halfmoonseminars.org for complete AIA/CES information under this course listing.
HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers in Florida, Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland, New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700), North Carolina, and North Dakota. HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education sponsor for New York engineers and architects.
The International Code Council has approved this event for .7 CEUs in the specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).
This course also offers a non-credit continuing education opportunity for construction contractors. Credit approval is not being sought in any state with a contractor continuing education requirement.
Attendance will be monitored, and attendance certificates will be available after the seminar for most individuals who complete the entire event. Attendance certificates not available at the seminar will be mailed to participants within fifteen business days.
Speakers
Antony Homenock
Boise Cascade Engineered Wood Product ManufacturingBoise Cascade Engineered Wood Products
Mr. Homenock is a senior area manager for Boise Cascade Engineered Wood Product Manufacturing in northern California. In this role he dedicates time to consult with the design community to position products, services and resources that offer solutions to a wide range of design and sourcing challenges relating to the use of engineered wood products. He holds a B.S. degree in Building Materials Management and Wood Technology from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. Mr. Homenock has over 20 years of experience in the building materials, manufacturing and the construction industry.
Scott Lyons
Boise Cascade Engineered Wood Products
Mr. Lyons has 15 years’ experience in the building materials industry, including roofing, insulation, granite, dimensional lumber and engineered wood products. He is currently the multi-family/light commercial manager responsible for educating and driving specification for Boise Cascade engineered wood products within that segment.
AIA Info
AIA Provider Statement:
HalfMoon Education Inc. is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number J885. All registered AIA/CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider of learning program may be sent to AIA/CES (cesupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837, Option 3).
This learning program is registered with AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product.
AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA/CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA/CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request.
Course Title: Engineered Lumber Design and Construction
Delivery Method: Live
Course Description: This 7.0 hour live lecture examines proper installation methods when using engineered lumber product, manufacture compliance for framing, following manufacturer recommendations for installation and inspection, sizing I-Joists and structural beams, the difference between fire-resistive and fire rated assemblies, and multi-family construction using engineered wood products.
Learning Objectives:
Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to explain the necessity to follow manufacturers’ recommendation for proper installation and inspection of engineered lumber floor systems.
Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to size engineered I-Joists and structure beans and apply various framing details and connections.
Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to differentiate fire resistive and fire rated assemblies, explain the fire performance of engineered wood products, and code compliance of fire-rated assemblies with engineered wood products.
Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to explain the basics of multi-family construction utilizing engineered wood products, including common building configuration types, construction classifications and load types, common construction details, and construction tools.
LUs: 7.0 LU Type: LU|HSWs.
Prerequisites: Experience with wood frame construction.
Advance Preparation: None
Program Level: Intermediate
Course Expiration Date: 01/23/2022
Complaint Resolution Policy:
Complaints regarding this course can be emailed to doug@halfmoonseminars.org or by calling (715) 835-5900. A HalfMoon Education representative will respond within 72 hours to resolve the complaint, which will include, but not limited to, access to another CE activity at no or reduced cost or a full or partial refund. Each instance will be resolved on a case-by-case situation.