Calculation of Design Tornado Loads for Structures According to ASCE 7-22, and IBC 2024 Codes

Course Number: S-2034
Credit: 2 PDH
Subject Matter Expert: Ibrahim M. Metwally, P.E.
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Overview

In Calculation of Design Tornado Loads for Structures According to ASCE 7-22, and IBC 2024 Codes, you'll learn ...

  • The importance of considering the effects of tornado loads on structures in certain parts of the United States.
  • The basic wind speed map versus tornado speed map.
  • The determination of tornado loads as defined in ASCE 7-22.
  • Determining when design for tornado loads is required based on ASCE 7-22.

Overview

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Credit: 2 PDH

Length: 33 pages

The course provides a comprehensive guide on calculating design tornado loads for structures according to ASCE 7-22 and IBC 2024 codes. It emphasizes the importance of considering tornado loads in building design, especially in tornado-prone regions. The content covers various aspects such as determining tornado loads, effective plan area calculations, tornado velocity pressures, enclosure classifications, protection of glazed openings, and load combinations for strength and allowable stress design.

It highlights the historical impact of tornadoes in the United States, the development of tornado load provisions in ASCE 7-22, and the requirements for storm shelters and safe rooms. The course explains the procedures for determining when design for tornado loads is necessary, the unique parameters for tornado load calculations, and the testing requirements for impact-resistant glazing and protective systems.

Additionally, it delves into the design example of a hypothetical hospital, showcasing the comparison between wind load and tornado load calculations. It discusses the design pressures on different building elements, load combinations, and considerations for rooftop solar panels. The course aims to assist design professionals, engineers, and building officials in understanding and implementing the updated tornado load requirements for structural design.

Specific Knowledge or Skill Obtained

This course teaches the following specific knowledge and skills:

  • The effects of tornado loads on structures in the U.S.
  • Basic design parameters as defined in ASCE 7-22
  • Procedure for determining when design for tornado loads is required based on ASCE 7-22
  • Procedure for calculating design tornado loads based on ASCE 7-22
  • Determining effective plan area, tornado velocity pressure and enclosure classification
  • Protection of glazed openings
  • Tornado missile impact testing requirements of ASCE 7
  • Determining tornado pressures for rooftop solar panels
  • Combined static and dynamic loading conditions
  • Load combinations for strength design and allowable stress design

Certificate of Completion

You will be able to immediately print a certificate of completion after passing a multiple-choice quiz consisting of 15 questions. PDH credits are not awarded until the course is completed and quiz is passed.

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