Performance Based Wind Design: Introduction

In this presentation, we will introduce the key concepts in Performance Based Wind Design (PBWD) and the ASCE Prestandard for PBWD v1.1. Topics covered include performance objectives, the PBWD design process for the main wind force resisting system utilizing linear analysis methods, wind time histories, and acceptance criteria.

• Course will award 1.0 hour of continuing education
• Diamond Review approved in all 50 states
• This webinar will be available as a recording.

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Speaker:

Jeff Dragovich, Ph.D, SE, F.ACI, is an Associate with DeSimone Consulting Engineering where he leads the research and development group. He has 28 years of experience in structural design, performance-based engineering, and nonlinear analysis. He is a licensed civil and structural engineer in Washington and California and is a Fellow of the American Concrete Institute. His professional experience spans tall building design and analysis method development.

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