Join the NCSEA-SEAOC Wind Design Webinar Series, a comprehensive five-session program covering key aspects of wind design based on ASCE 7. This series, led by top experts in the field, will explore fundamental wind principles, Main Wind Force Resisting Systems and Components & Cladding design, non-building structures, and cutting-edge advancements such as performance-based wind design and AI applications. Each session includes practical insights, example problems, and live Q&A to enhance learning. Whether you’re new to wind design or looking to refine your expertise, this series will equip you with the knowledge and tools to navigate the evolving landscape of wind engineering. This series will use ASCE 7-16 as the baseline and then provide updates where relevant to ASCE 7-22. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from industry leaders and stay ahead of the latest developments in wind design!
The registration fee for the Seminar is $595 for members ($995 for nonmembers), which includes all 7.5 hours of education. Each individual webinar can be purchased separately for $250 for members ($300 for nonmembers).
- Purchase all webinars in the Seminar and have access to the recordings for 1 Year.
- Each seminar purchase is per office location. If your firm is operating remotely, contact NCSEA at ncsea@ncsea.com on how to accommodate multiple users from the same location.
- Each webinar is 90 minutes long (1.5 PDHs), and is from 12pm – 1:30pm CT.
Schedule of Events
February 25 – Day 1: Chapter 26 & General Wind Design Principles, Presented by Emily Guglielmo, S.E., P.E., F.SEI, and Gwenyth R. Searer, P.E., S.E.
This session serves as the foundation for the entire wind design webinar series, introducing key wind design principles and Chapter 26 of ASCE 7. The session will provide an overview of wind design history, fundamental wind flow concepts, and an overview of the scope of Chapter 26. Attendees will gain a detailed understanding of wind maps, the Hazard Tool, exposure categories, internal pressure coefficients, gust effect factors, and topographic factors. The session will also cover key updates from ASCE 7-22, including changes to Kd. Example problems from the SEAOC Wind Design Manual will be used to reinforce the application of these concepts.
March 4 – Day 2: Main Wind Force Resisting System (MWFRS), Presented by Adam Boswell, P.E., S.E.
This session will provide an overview of the design of Main Wind-Force Resisting Systems (MWFRS) in structures, their functions, and significance to wind resistance. We will delve into analytical methods including directional and envelope procedures, and explore comparative use cases, as well as discuss the latest research on these analytical methods. Additionally, we’ll address key design considerations, such as design equations and issues like torsion and irregular buildings. The session will conclude with a practical example problem using the SEAOC Wind Design Manual to illustrate MWFRS design in action.
March 11 – Day 3: Components and Cladding (C&C), Presented by John O’Brien, P.E., S.E.
This session provides a deep dive into Components and Cladding (C&C) wind loads, distinguishing them from MWFRS loads and explaining their significance in building performance. Attendees will learn calculation methodologies for C&C loads and explore design considerations such as corner and edge zones, parapets, and effective wind areas. Using SEAOC Wind Design Manual examples, the session will demonstrate best practices for designing cladding, roofing, and façade elements to withstand wind loads.
March 18 – Day 4: Non-Building Structures, Presented by Jordan Jarrett, Ph.D., P.E.
The wind provisions in ASCE 7-22 cover numerous non-building structures, and this presentation will overview these current requirements and highlight changes in ASCE 7-22 compared to earlier versions. The non-building structures that will be discussed include freestanding walls and signs, rooftop structures and equipment, silos and tanks, rooftop solar panel systems, parapets, canopies, and more! The presentation will also provide background on the development of these code provisions and the intent of the code to aid engineers in the implementation of these provisions, particularly for structures that are not directly addressed.
March 25 – Day 5: Beyond the Code, Presented by Roy Denoon, Ph.D., Greg Kopp, Ph.D., Russell A. Larsen, P.E., S.E., David Banks, Ph.D., P.E., and Moderated by Emily Guglielmo, S.E., P.E., F.SEI
This concluding session explores advanced and emerging topics in wind design, including performance-based wind design (PBD), wind tunnel studies, computational fluid dynamics, and digital tools. Attendees will gain insights into designing for irregular structures, an area that has historically lacked guidance, and will learn about recent research findings. The session will also discuss the integration of AI, computational fluid dynamics (CFD), and digital tools into wind design workflows. Updates on wind tunnel testing will be provided. This session will conclude with an interactive panel discussion featuring leading experts in the field.
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