Agenda

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Tuesday, March 23,2021 | 11:00 am – 2:15 pm CDT (incl. a 15-min. break)
Wednesday, March 24, 2021 | 11:00 am – 3:15 pm CDT (incl. a 15-min. break)


Presented by Collins Ofori-Amanfo, P.E.

Day One: Tuesday, March 23, 2021
11:00 am – 2:15 pm CDT (incl. a 15-min. break)

Distinguishing Between Construction Defects and Failures
Defining defects
Categorizing defects
Defining failures
Categorizing failures
Causes and consequences of structural failures
An overview of statutes of limitation and repose in construction defect lawsuits

Examining Common Defects and Failures
Procedures for examining/analyzing defects and failures
Examining structural defects and failures
• Steel structures
• Reinforced/prestressed concrete structures
• Masonry and building façade
Case studies
• Failure of a major bridge, wood frame structures, stressed concrete parking garage
Regional scale


Day Two: Wednesday, March 24, 2021
11:00 am – 3:15 pm CDT (incl. a 15-min. break)

Adopting Practices that Reduce Defects and Failures
Sources of construction claims
Quality control measures
Façade problems
Movement joints
Window problems
Wall problems
Roof problems
Foundation problems

Resolving Disputes Generated by Defects and Failures
Causes and consequences of structural failures
Legal and economic impacts of failures
Identifying parties with potential liability
Defining actions that result in claims
Understanding legal theories of liability
Dispute resolution services
The role of the forensic engineer in mediation, arbitration and litigation
Trial and arbitration testimony

Handling Ethical Issues Associated with Defects and Failures
Importance of ethics on the project
Rules of professional conduct
Behaviors that can be viewed as unethical
Behaviors that can be viewed as ethical


Webinar Instructions

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Certificates of completion can be downloaded in PDF form upon passing a short quiz. A link to the quiz will be sent to each qualifying attendee immediately after the webinar. The certificate can be downloaded from the Results page of the quiz upon scoring 80% or higher.

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Credits

Professional Engineers:
7.0 PDHs, including 1.0 Ethics Hour

Architects:
7.0 HSW CE Hours

AIA:  (AIA credits only available for attending live Webinar)
7.0 LU|HSWs

International Code Council:
.7 CEUs (Building)


Continuing Education Credit Information
This webinar offers 7.0 PDHs to professional engineers, including 1.0 ethics hour,
and 7.0 HSW continuing education hours to architects licensed in all states.

HalfMoon Education is an approved continuing education sponsor for engineers
in Florida (Provider No. 0004647), Indiana (License No. CE21700059), Maryland,
New Jersey (Approval No. 24GP00000700), North Carolina (S-0130), and North
Dakota. HalfMoon Education is deemed an approved continuing education
sponsor for New York engineers and architects via its registration with the
American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System (Regulations of
the Commissioner §68.14(i)(2) and §69.6(i)(2)). Other states do not preapprove
continuing education providers or courses.

The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education System has approved
this course for 7.0 LU|HSWs (Sponsor No. J885). Only full participation is
reportable to the AIA/CES.

The International Code Council has approved this event for .7 CEUs in the
specialty area of Building (Preferred Provider No. 1232).

Completion certificates will be awarded to participants who complete this event,
respond to all prompts, and earn a passing score (80%) on the quiz that follows
the presentation (multiple attempts allowed).

Speakers

Collins O. Y. Ofori-Amanfo, P.E.

Owner and Board Certified Diplomate Forensic Engineer, Principal Engineer

Mr. Ofori-Amanfo’s broad-based experience includes investigation of collapsed structures, investigation of construction defects and damage, investigation of condensation in building envelopes, evaluation of roof and wall leakage, field water spray testing of windows, and assessment of wind and hail damage. His work also involves giving expert testimony and assisting attorneys in resolving disputes over construction and materials-related problems. Prior to establishing Collins Forensics LLC, Mr. Ofori-Amanfo previously worked for many years at Wiss, Janney, Elstner Associates, Inc. (WJE), the Illinois Department of Transportation, and Twin City Testing Corporation. He received his B.S. degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Science and Technology in Ghana and his M.S. degree in Structural Engineering from the University of Minnesota, Minneapolis. Mr. Ofori-Amanfo is a registered professional engineer in Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois, North Dakota, Nebraska, and Missouri.

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: Preventing and Addressing Construction Defects and Failures

Delivery Method: Live Online

Course Description: This course examines the difference between a construction defect and a construction failure, their causes and consequences, adopting practices that reduce defects and failures, and how to resolve disputes that are generated by defects and failures. This course also examines ethical concerns involved with defects and failures.

Learning Objectives:

Learning Objective 1:
Learners will be able to define defects and failures nd explain the differences between them.

Learning Objective 2:
Learners will be able to describe the procedures for examining and analyzing common defects and failures in steel structures, wood-frame structures, and stressed concrete parking garages.

Learning Objective 3:
Learners will be able to adopt practices that reduce defects and failures in facadea, movement joints, windows, walls, roofs, and foundations.

Learning Objective 4:
Learners will be able to discuss how disputes generated by defects and failures are commonly resolved.

Learning Objective 5:
Learners will be able to identify, and avoid, ethical issues associated with defects
and failures by adhering to rules of professional conduct, exhibiting ethical behavior, and avoiding behaviors that are identified as unethical.

LUs: 7.0                                                                                           LU Type: LU|HSWs.

Prerequisites: Knowledge of construction design and construction.

Advance Preparation: None

Program Level: Intermediate

Course Expiration Date: 01/28/2024

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.