Choosing the Best Structural Lateral Force Resisting System
The decision of the lateral force resisting system for a building should be made by the structural engineer and the architect. The decision is based on a multitude of factors including structural performance, integration with architectural systems, integration with mechanical systems, constructability, and cost. This course will investigate several common lateral force resisting systems; steel moment frames, steel braced frames, wood shear walls, concrete shear walls and compare the suitability of those systems for use in low-rise buildings. Metrics will be developed to assist in the decision making process. Use of those metrics will be explored through examples.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What operational challenges does this course address?
This course addresses structural design decision-making and loadresistance considerations related to Choosing the Best Structural Lateral Force Resisting System. The decision of the lateral force resisting system for a building should be made by the structural engineer and the architect. The decision is based on a multitude of factors including structural performance, integration with architectural systems, integration with mechanical systems, constructability, and cost.
What real-world situations or incidents is this training designed to prepare personnel for?
The training is designed to prepare personnel for structural design and performance decisions engineers encounter across varied materials and loading conditions associated with Choosing the Best Structural Lateral Force Resisting System. The decision of the lateral force resisting system for a building should be made by the structural engineer and the architect. The decision is based on a multitude of factors including structural performance, integration with architectural systems, integration with mechanical systems, constructability, and cost.
What safety or compliance concerns does this course help organizations address?
This course helps organizations address structural design standards, building codes, and reliability requirements tied to Choosing the Best Structural Lateral Force Resisting System. It supports stronger awareness, more consistent practices, and better day-to-day decision-making on real municipal AEC projects.
Which personnel or departments would benefit most from this training?
This training is most relevant for structural engineers, along with organizations seeking to strengthen knowledge, consistency, and role-specific readiness connected to Choosing the Best Structural Lateral Force Resisting System.
How can this course support department readiness, consistency, or professional development?
This course can support department readiness and professional development by reinforcing structural engineering knowledge and supporting more consistent design decisions across projects related to Choosing the Best Structural Lateral Force Resisting System.
How does this course fit into a broader training program?
This course fits well within a broader training program focused on structural engineering professional development. It can be used to support onboarding, refresher training, continuing education, and more consistent performance across municipal AEC teams.
