Structural Engineering

Energy Performance of LEED for New Construction Buildings: 2 PDH
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This course focuses on the measured energy performance for 121 LEED New Construction buildings, and compares the data to a variety of benchmarks, including Commercial Building Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) averages, Energy Star ratings and modeled energy performance estimates provided with LEED submittals.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
This focuses on the measured energy performance for 121 LEED New Construction buildings, and compares the data to a variety of benchmarks, including Commercial Building Energy Consumption Survey (CBECS) averages, Energy Star ratings and modeled energy performance estimates provided with LEED submittals.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Recognize how energy performance of the sample set of buildings was evaluated

Understand energy savings of LEED certified buildings

Discern the accuracy of energy models

Discern the accuracy of building specific energy models

Interpret the strength and weeknesses of using LEED

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a ten (10) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies two (2) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Engineer’s Guide to Corrosion-Causes, Protection and Control: 8 PDH
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In this course the student will understand the process of corrosion on metals from its causes and effects into protection and control. The student will understand corrosion on a variety of metals and methods to mitigate and control corrosion over the life of a material. Instructor: Seth Grablow, PE
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Discuss environmental factors that affect corrosion

Understand the eight major forms of corrosion

Discuss corrosion characteristics and properties of various common metals

Explain corrosion protection and methods of control

Discuss monitoring of corrosion and available inspection technologies

Understand the electrochemistry, kinetics, and thermodynamics of the corrosion process

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a thirty (30) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies eight (8) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Fundamentals of Metals: 5 PDH
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The course provides an understanding of the structure and properties of metals, stress mechanisms, failure modes and the characteristics determine their usefulness for a specific application. Often, materials are subject to variable forces (loads). The engineer calculates these forces to establish the service that can be expected and material scientists experiment to determine how materials deform (elongate, compress, and twist) or break as a function of applied load, time, temperature, and other conditions.
Instructor: Seth Grablow, PE
The course provides an understanding of the structure and properties of metals, stress mechanisms, failure modes and the characteristics determine their usefulness for a specific application. Often, materials are subject to variable forces (loads). The engineer calculates these forces to establish the service that can be expected and material scientists experiment to determine how materials deform (elongate, compress, and twist) or break as a function of applied load, time, temperature, and other conditions.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Mechanical properties of metals

Structure of metals and how those structures are affected by various processes

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a twenty (20) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies five (5) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Fundamentals of Wood Construction: 3 PDH
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In this course the student will understand the basics of wood in construction including common woodworking techniques for construction.This course is designed to bridge the gap in knowledge between engineers & building trade professionals.Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Describe the types, sources, uses, and characteristics of the common woods used on various construction projects

Explain the various methods and joints associated with woodworking

Identify the different types of fastening devices

Identify common trade terms

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a fifteen (15) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies 3 professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Home Builders Guide to Earthquake Resistant Building Design: 5 PDH
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In this course, the student will review Chapters 1-4 from “Homebuilders Guide to Earthquake Resistant Design and Construction”, FEMA 232 – June 2006 prepared by the Building Seismic Safety Council for the Federal Emergency Management Agency of the Department of Homeland Security.
The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty (20) questions at the end of this course to earn PDH credits.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
The purpose of this course is to familiarize the engineer with the basic principles of earthquake-resistant design for residential construction. Adequate construction is required in order for a structure to fair well during and after an earthquake. This course will cover the general earthquake-resistance requirements in the International Residential Code, IRC, and requirements for foundation and floor construction.

In this course, the student will review Chapters 1-4 from “Homebuilders Guide to Earthquake Resistant Design and Construction”, FEMA 232 – June 2006 prepared by the Building Seismic Safety Council for the Federal Emergency Management Agency of the Department of Homeland Security.

The student must take a multiple-choice quiz consisting of twenty (20) questions at the end of this course to earn PDH credits.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Background & History

Above-Code Recommendations

International Residential Code & IRC Seismic Design Categories

Building Response & Concepts Concerning Site

Other Hazards including Coastal Hazards

Earthquake Resistant Requirements

IRC General Earthquake Limitations

Load Path

Lateral Capacities

House Configuration Irregularities

Foundation Requirements including Concrete Foundations & Masonry Foundations

Special Soil Conditions

Foundation Resistance to Sliding Loads

Special Considerations for Cut & Fill Sites

Foundation Design and Reinforcement

Interior Braced Walls Anchoring

Floor Design & Construction including Wood Frame, Cantilevered & Concrete Slab-On-Grade

Requirements for Blocking

Floor Sheathing

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a twenty (20) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies five (5) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Hurricane Mitigation: Summary Report On Building Performance: 3 PDH
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After major hurricane disasters, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) dispatches Building Performance Assessment Teams (BPATs) to evaluate the successes and failures of buildings to withstand the wind and flood forces of these storms. The teams document the results of their evaluations in building performance assessment reports. This 3-hour online course summarizes the BPAT reports for Hurricane Katerina.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
After major hurricane disasters, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) dispatches Building Performance Assessment Teams (BPATs) to evaluate the successes and failures of buildings to withstand the wind and flood forces of these storms. The teams document the results of their evaluations in building performance assessment reports. This 3-hour online course summarizes the BPAT reports for Hurricane Katerina.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Describe the building and foundation types typically used in coastal areas

Illustrate the ability of various building and foundation types to withstand coastal surge, riverine flood, and hurricane winds

Explain design and construction practices that can reduce building damage in hurricanes

Describe construction practices that can reduce building damage in hurricanes

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a fifteen (15) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies three (3) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Improving Energy Efficiency in Historic Buildings: 2 PDH
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In this course the student will learn the general concept of the most efficient methods to enhance energy efficiency of historic buildings, while limiting the damage done during the rehabilitation process.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
In this course the student will learn the general concept of the most efficient methods to enhance energy efficiency of historic buildings, while limiting the damage done during the rehabilitation process.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Inherent energy efficient features of historic buildings

Concept of conducting an energy audit

Actions to improve energy efficiency

Dealing with moisture

Applicable alternative energy sources

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a ten (10) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies two (2) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Innovative Building Technology: 5 PDH
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In this course the student will understand the design process of building and constructing modern innovative buildings using new technology products and methods to increase building efficiency, durability, and sustainability. Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Discuss the four decision phases for any project

Understand the economics of implementing new technologies into the design and construction

Discuss cost/benefits into the decision making process

Explain feasibility by performance and economics

Discuss performance measures through design and construction

Understand building efficiency, durability, and sustainability

Become familiar with the evaluation tools and resources available during design and construction

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a twenty (20) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies five (5) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Internal Curing for Concrete Pavements: 1 PDH
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In this course the student will understand the concepts and benefits of internal curing for concrete pavements including mixture design, quality control, and studies of practical applications over the past two decades.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
In this course the student will understand the concepts and benefits of internal curing for concrete pavements including mixture design, quality control, and studies of practical applications over the past two decades.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Internally cured concrete pavement applications

Mixture design

Construction aspects

Properties of internally cured concrete

Practical applications

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a ten (10) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies one (1) professional development hour (PDH) of continuing education.
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Prescriptive Method for Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) in Construction: 3 PDH
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In this course the student will learn prescriptive requirements to facilitate the use of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) in wall systems for the construction of one- and two-family dwellings. Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Explain SIP materials, shapes, & standard sizes

Understand prescriptive provisions for wall thickness selection

Discuss Above grade wall requirements

Discuss SIP header & connection details

Explain construction details to design and construct residential wall systems using SIPs

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a fifteen (15) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies three (3) professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Rock Excavations Blasting Design Part 1: 6 PDH
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In this course the student will understand the fundamentals of blasting for rock excavations by learning the art and design of using explosives for the removal of rock and similar materials for construction activities. This is part 1 of a 2 part series.Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Discuss the history of explosives in construction

Identify basic blasting terminology

Explain the different types of explosives

Determine optimal explosives for use cases

Discuss the various types of initiation systems

Discuss common geology encountered and blast design characteristics

Explain site exploration activities and common hazards

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a twenty (20) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies 6 professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Seismic Restraints for Mechanical Equipment: 4 PDH
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In this online course a student will understand the methods and procedures to restraint various types of mechanical equipment for seismic loads.
Instructor: Seth Grablow, PE
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Discuss the various types of mechanical equipment which require seismic restraints

Explain rigid & vibration isolated floor mounting

Discuss roof mounting seismic restraining

Explain suspended & wall mounting procedures

Explain the various types and selection of anchors

Discuss special cases equipment & methods

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a twenty (20) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies four (4) continuing education hours (CEH)/professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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Storm Shelters & Safe Rooms: 1 PDH (On-Demand Webinar)
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This course presents engineers with important information about the design and construction of community and residential safe rooms that will provide protection during tornado and hurricane events. The course will center around design guides FEMA P-320, P-361, and ICC 500.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Discuss Costs and Tolls of Tornado and Hurricane Disasters
Explain Assessing Risks of Tornado and Hurricane Disasters
Describe Storm Shelter/Safe Room Designs Guidelines in regards to location, flying debris resistance, flooding, etc.
Explain Storm Shelter/Safe Room Design Structural Design & Loading
Discuss FEMA Safe Room Plans

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a five (5) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. Records also are available anytime online by accessing your account on EZ-pdh.com. This course satisfies 1 professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
Our On-demand Webinars are recorded from live webinars conducted utilizing GotoWebinar.com service (chosen for reliability, ease of use, no software required and ability to attend using your computer, tablet, or smart phone).

Upon purchase your will have access to launch the On-demand Webinar.

The On-demand Webinar will play through similar to a live webinar, however you will have the ability to take anytime, pause/rewind and complete in more than one session.

Upon completion you will then answer a short five question quiz, which can be taken unlimited times until passing, immediately generating a certificate of completion.
You may print or save your certificate or access anytime within your account.
Structural Design Criteria For Structures Other Than Buildings: 2 PDH
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This two hour online course establishes structural design criteria for structures other than buildings, furnishes design guidance for various types of structures, and identifies special considerations with regard to certain materials in specific applications. Structures other than buildings which are covered in this course include the following: bridges; dock and harbor facilities; drainage structures; bulk material structures; water and wastewater structures; and mechanical, electrical, and communication structures.
Instructor: Raymond Bosek, PE
This two hour online course establishes structural design criteria for structures other than buildings, furnishes design guidance for various types of structures, and identifies special considerations with regard to certain materials in specific applications. Structures other than buildings which are covered in this course include the following: bridges; dock and harbor facilities; drainage structures; bulk material structures; water and wastewater structures; and mechanical, electrical, and communication structures. The course materials are based entirely on the Technical Manual TM 5-809-6/AFM 88-3 of Joint Departments of the Army and Air Force USA: Structural Design Criteria for Structures Other Than Buildings.

SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE OR SKILL OBTAINED

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

Know the common building materials used in construction

Types of structures used in transportation, water & electrical distribution

Support requirements for mechanical systems and bulk materials

Design criteria for various types of structures

Identify special considerations with regard to certain materials in specific applications.

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a fifteen (15) question multiple-choice quiz. The quiz can be retaken unlimited times until a passing grade of 70% or better is earned. This course satisfies 2 professional development hours (PDH) of continuing education.
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